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I've been dizzy for a few weeks.. doc said there's a little bit of fluid in ear. could this cause dizziness? any way to clear it without decongestants

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Dizziness: Yes fluid in the ears common cause of dizziness but it will not disappear without some treatment I would try a decongestant

Answered 3/31/2021

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A member asked:

I've been dizzy for a few weeks.. doc said there's a little bit of fluid in ear. could this cause dizziness? any way to clear it without decongestants

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Fields answered

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