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Can ent dr see if u have etd by checking ears or only thru a ct scan of sinus and ears?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

ETD?: Eustachian tube dysfunction? Diagnosis can often by made by interview alone as symptoms/clinical course are typical. Aseptic swelling of the middle ear compartment (seen on ear exam) is supportive. CT scan will not help. If severe, and optimized treatment strategies for allergic or non-allergic rhinitis, gastric reflux, etc fail; then ENT will sometimes place ear tubes.

Answered 3/12/2020

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