Prednisone for eustachian tube dysfunction

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Avatar n tn I see some of the posts u make concerning eustachian tube dysfunction. I've had this now for 4 months, cant get my tube to open all the way. I went thru 52 days of 4 different antibiotics, 2 rounds of prednisone one in Jan. One in Feb.still blocked. They do crinkle and crackle a lot so my allergist said that is good, cause it means air is trying to go through but not enough to fully pop them. I've tried the steam, pinching the nose and blowing I do a nasal spray also.
Avatar f tn This is more so as you have episodes where you feel the ‘opening up’ and temporary relief from pain. In Eustachian tubes dysfunction, the blockage can be intermittent. If the Eustachian tube dysfunction, does not resolve with medical therapy like nasal sprays, then surgical options are the choice of treatment. Myringotomy, where a tiny slit is made in the eardrum to aspirate any middle ear fluid and to allow temporary ventilation into the middle ear space.
Avatar n tn I've had chronic ear infections in my right ear starting at 15 years old, I'm 30 now. The doctors say it's Eustachian tube dysfunction, and since 2009 I've had three tubes put in my right ear, the first two fell out but so far the third one's held on. That has decreased the infections somewhat, but I still get them. I asked my ENT if there was any way to prevent this and he laughed and said "Go back in time!
Avatar f tn I have this weird ear pain that goes away when I open my mouth, has anyone experienced this? I have been told it my be Eustachian Tube Dysfunction. Any thoughts on how to permanently stop the pain? I can't walk around with my mouth open, obviously.
Avatar f tn This can be caused by Eustachian tube dysfunction. Speak to your doctor about this. Things that often help Eustachian tube dysfunction include taking an antihistamine (generally associated with allergy medication and can often be bought over the counter), nsaids such as ibuprofen and benedryl. Chewing gum, swallowing or yawning may help as well. https://www.healthline.
Avatar n tn Is there anything that can help me with my plugged ears that click most of the time and three ENT's called it eustachian tube dysfunction. Also have TMJ. This discussion is related to <a href='/posts/show/662792'>anyone else with Eusachian Tube Blockage</a>.
Avatar m tn Went to the ER where they diagnosed Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and was given antihistimines, which only make me groggy.
Avatar n tn The Eustachian tube is a tube that links the nasopharynx to the middle ear. The Eustachian tube also drains mucus from the middle ear. So if it becomes swollen shut or clogged, the symptoms you described will occur. For those that experience chronic daily problems with Eustachian tube dysfunction, benefit by aggressive control of allergies (with antihistamines, decongestants, and prescription nasal sprays). Allergy evaluation can be helpful.
Avatar n tn I asked if you could provide placebo-controlled studies to support your liberal use of antihistamines for eustachian tube dysfunction. These would be found using, for example, PubMed or simply searching through the core Otolaryngology journals. They aren't there. Because Google or Wikipedia said so should be meaningless to us. Your statement that, "antihistaminics...reduce the nasal as well as congestion around the opening of the Eustachian tube" is simply unproven.
Avatar m tn Hi, This must probably be an Eustachian tube dysfunction, I think you can continue with the nasal spray, saline nasal drops and steam inhalation 2-3 times/day. Drink plenty of warm water. If the symptoms does not subside please do consult your ENT specialist. Any more doubts you are welcome.
Avatar f tn After various doctor visits, I went to an ENT in February who diagnosed me with eustachian tube dysfunction and recommended ear tubes to allow my eustachian tubes to have time to work correctly again. For the last three months I have also suffered continuous dizziness/lightheadedness with extreme fatigue and a feeling of head 'fuzziness'. I tried some alternative treatments for the dizziness, to no avail. I am now scheduled to go in on May 18 to get ear tubes inserted.
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Avatar n tn As Eric has mention previously it sounds likely that your son is suffering from Eustachian Tube Dysfunction (ETD). Once the Eustachian tube (tube from nose to ear) blocks it creates a negative pressure in the middle ear cavity, this is sort of like a vacuum effect in the middle ear, hence the eardrum retracting inward. Is your son sometimes nasally and a mouth breather? The trick with ETD is Eustachian tube stimulation to unblock the tube, however it is likely to clear on its own.
Avatar m tn Hi, sinus infections can cause dizziness, as inflammation in the nose and sinuses can cause inflammation around the Eustachian tube, which is the tube that runs from the back of the nose to the middle ear and is responsible for draining the middle ear of fluid. If there is Eustachian tube dysfunction from nose or sinus inflammation, fluid can remain in the middle ear which can lead to dizziness. If you do have a chronic sinus infection, typical antibiotic treatment is for 4-6 weeks.
Avatar m tn Hi, intermittent periods of hearing loss can occur with eustachian tube dysfunction. There are tubes called ‘Eustachian tubes’ which connect the middle ear to the throat, this balances the air pressure in the ears. This tube can get blocked due to infections of the throat, which can give lead to a feeling of fullness in the ears and hearing loss. In Eustachian tubes dysfunction, the blockage can be intermittent. Please discuss this with your doctor am sure he will provide further assistance.
Avatar f tn He called an ENT as we live in a small town. My dr. thought it was acoustic neuroma but the ENT. thought it was Eustachian Tube dysfunction. Have had major headaches also. CT scan showed extra fluid on the brain. I am also on pain pills. NOTHING is working and I am sitting here crying wondering if I should go up to the hospital. I am 52. HELP!
Avatar m tn Hello and hope you are doing well. The crackling sound could be due to Eustachian tube dysfunction. There are tubes called 'Eustachian tubes' which connect the middle ear to the throat, this balances the air pressure in the ears. This tube can get blocked due to infections of the throat, which can give lead to a feeling of fullness in the ears. If there is Eustachian tube dysfunction, fluid can remain in the middle ear which can lead to dizziness.
1139187 tn?1355706647 Inflammation in the nose and sinuses can cause inflammation around the Eustachian tube, which is the tube that runs from the back of the nose to the middle ear and is responsible for draining the middle ear of fluid. If there is Eustachian tube dysfunction from nose or sinus inflammation, fluid can remain in the middle ear which can lead to dizziness and tinnitus. Regards.
Avatar n tn This provided absolutely no change, however once the tube went into the right ear the left ear started to slowly feel stuffy as well, but not to the same level. Next ENT checked the eustachian tubes for any dysfunction and found nothing. A battery of hearing tests showed my hearing was fine, but the reflex in my right ear was off/not occurring (though he dr also noted that would not cause the full feeling.
Avatar m tn It can as inflammation in the nose and sinuses can cause inflammation around the Eustachian tube, which is the tube that runs from the back of the nose to the middle ear and is responsible for draining the middle ear of fluid. If there is Eustachian tube dysfunction from nose or sinus inflammation, fluid can remain in the middle ear which can lead to dizziness.
Avatar m tn A Eustachian tube to connects the throat to each middle ear, allowing air pressure to equalize around the sensitive timpanic membrane (eardrum). Eardrums and Eustachian tubes are common to some reptiles, birds, mammals. My best guess is that you are experiencing Eustachian tube dysfunction due infection, allergy, or other problem, which is preventing equalization pressure on the eardrum. This can cause sharp pains in the head -- level 10 pain -- that no pain reliever can eliminate.
Avatar m tn If I had chronic Eustachian tube dysfunction, would it not most likely cause Otitis Media or be detectable upon ear exam. I have had bilateral ear fullness and crackling, unable to pop the ears for almost a years now. My physician said my ears look fine. I am concerned about possible adenoidal hypertrophy as a possibility.
Avatar m tn sinuses can cause inflammation around the Eustachian tube, which is the tube that runs from the back of the nose to the middle ear and is responsible for draining the middle ear of fluid. If there is Eustachian tube dysfunction from nose or sinus inflammation, fluid can remain in the middle ear which can lead to dizziness. Please discuss this with your doctor. Hope this helped and do keep us posted.
Avatar m tn I've had a Eustachian tube in my left hear for a couple years and recently it starting to bother me. Ear feels itchy, and will hear bubble pop sound and when I pressed down on the outer flap that covers the ear hole sounds and feels like there's water or fluid in my ear. Can i go to my ent and ask if he can pump that out? I went with this issue a couple months and they did a culture of the fluid and gave me antibiotic drops and oral medication.
Avatar n tn You may have some Eustachian tube dysfunction. However, it is atypical for Eustachian tube dysfunction to cause headache, particularly in the frontal region. I would suspect another cause for your facial pain and headache.
Avatar m tn Nasal saline irrigations over the counter like NeilMed or Neti pot are very effective, but worsen Eustachian tube dysfunction (water in the ears or feeling of fullness in the ears). The best diagnosis for this problem is a CT of the sinuses. Surgery is recommended to patients that fail maximal medical treatment. Hope this helped and do keep us posted.