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Hi. my left ear aches a bit & sometimes , & for a day or two , (only once) heard a beep sound ..& i'd hear this wind sound ..any ideas?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

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Serous OM: Most likely there is some fluid collected behind your tympanic membrane (eardrum) that is causing these symptoms. This fluid is at high risk to become infected. Try a decongestant and see your care provider with increasing pain or fever.

Answered 10/25/2016

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A member asked:

Hi. my left ear aches a bit & sometimes , & for a day or two , (only once) heard a beep sound ..& i'd hear this wind sound ..any ideas?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lori Semel answered

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