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Can i have an mri scan done to clear my mind about this buzzing noise in my head. ive had an ent doctor check my hearing a had temp aids put on ?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

MRI will not: improve tinnitus. Have hearing aid volume and intensity settings reviewed and additionally even a small amount of ear wax (cerumen) wax from the tip of the hearing aid will cause buzzing, MRI is useless unless associated head or ear trauma.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/11/2019

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A member asked:

Can i have an mri scan done to clear my mind about this buzzing noise in my head. ive had an ent doctor check my hearing a had temp aids put on ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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