Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) can usually be treated on your own, but depending on the cause or severity of symptoms, you may need to see a doctor.

Chronic dysfunction of the eustachian tube Presenting complaints include hearing loss, persistent pain, or "clicking" in the ear. Patients must allow time for treatment (if required) to take effect.

Eustachian tube dysfunction is when the tube fails to open, causing pressure changes in the ear. This often comes with reduced hearing and a sensation of ear pressure, ...

A balloon procedure allows people suffering from Eustachian tube dysfunction, a painful ear condition affected by altitude changes, to fly, swim, scuba or sky-dive without pain.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has permitted the marketing of a novel balloon device, The Aera Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation System (Acclarent), to treat persistent Eustachian tube ...

Dear Doctor: My hearing loss is related to my Eustachian tubes: They stay closed. I can open them and improve my hearing by holding my nose and blowing, but the effect lasts only a short time ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Does a person with Eustachian tube dysfunction have to be careful when washing her or his hair? I am concerned that the water that gets into the ear can be felt going down the throat.

Silverstein H, Light JP, Jackson LE, et al. Direct application of dexamethasone for the treatment of chronic eustachian tube dysfunction. Ear Nose Throat J. 2003;82:28-32. 2.

DEAR DR. ROACH: Does a person with Eustachian tube dysfunction have to be careful when washing her or his hair? I am concerned that the water that gets into the ear can be felt going down the throat.

Eustachian tube dysfunction is when the tube fails to open, causing pressure changes in the ear. This often comes with reduced hearing and a sensation of ear pressure, ...

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