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What dr.do i go to about shingles, because they have gone inward in my ear, gp says not his realm, ent says done all he can do slow speech, no bal ?
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Shingles in Ear: Shingles in the ear is very serious. The treatment initially includes antivirals and high dose steroids. Hearing loss that remains after this treatment is done may remain. Balance issues can be improved with balance therapy.
Answered 8/1/2013
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See below: You may need to see a neurologist as well as infectious if the shingles infection is still active.
Answered 7/21/2013
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Infectious disease: I would possibly consider consulting with an infectious disease expert who may have access to newer antiviral therapeutic medications.
Answered 9/28/2016
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