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Eustachian tube Dysfunction
I’ve been struggling with Eustachian Tube Dysfunction (ETD), mostly in my right ear. Symptoms included heaviness, fullness, popping, squeaks during Valsalva, and sometimes temporary tinnitus. My left ear is affected only occasionally. I also have allergies and high IgE levels, which make things worse. With treatment, the squeaking has reduced and the ear feels lighter, though recovery is slow and up-and-down. My ENT also mentioned balloon dilation, but explained it carries some risks, so I’m unsure if it’s the right step. I’m managing with lifestyle changes like steam inhalation, diet control, and exercise, and slowly noticing improvement.
This fullness occurs after sleeping but after taking nasal spray fullness volume reduced
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Yes please continue the same and visit your doctor
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Dr. Jaimini Thakkar
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Anand
you can wait 3 months with medical management if it's persistent then go for balloon dilatation.
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Dr. Farheen Khan
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
4 yrs exp
Saharanpur
Get NCCT nose with PNS to rule out sinus issues.
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Dr. Ch Snehalatha
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
5 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Continue the nasal spray and nasal decongestant tablets
But you have allergic rhinitis, it will recur.
Better to go for ballon dilatation
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Dr. Vishnusankar T G
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
Krishnagiri
Better u go for balloon dilatation( if it is chronic)
Medical management( temporary only)
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