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Can Tympanometry Detect Inner Ear Issue?
Hi, I have been experiencing ear pain and a buzzing sound in my left ear. I consulted a doctor who checked my ear with an otoscope, and they mentioned that the ear looks normal. However, I'm still concerned about the possibility of an underlying issue.
I would like to know if tympanometry can help detect an inner ear infection or any other issues that might not be visible through an otoscope. Could this test provide additional insights into what might be causing these symptoms?
Or if the otoscope shows a normal ear then tympanometry will show normal?
Note :Already done PTA
Looking forward to expert advice. Thank you!
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yes you can go for Tympanometry, it can rule out if there is fluid in the middle ear, which can be a cause for buzzing sounds in ear.
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Dr. Jaimini Thakkar
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Anand
Yes You can do Tympanometry.
It will rule out middle ear fluid or other disease.
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Dr. Chandaa V J
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
Impedance audiometry is the next investigation of choice
Followed be some medication accordingly
Consult ENT
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Dr. Nafisa Parveen
Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
18 yrs exp
Delhi
You can do tympanometry test.. It will confirm if there is any fluid accumulation in the middle ear or not.
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