Suggest Remedy For Ear Aches With Nausea And Dizziness

Posted on Mon, 6 Jul 2015

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Question : I went to an ENT with an ear ache that caused me to feel nauseous and dizzy. I was told my adenoids had a lot of scarred tissues. I was given antibiotics but is feeling worse. Is this the norm? I am 51 years.

Answered by Dr. Naveen (-2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Possible middle ear infection...

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for posting the query

The symptoms described by you could be related to middle ear infection secondary to Eustachian tube (the tube connecting nose and the ear) block. Following Eustachian tube block, there will be pressure variation in the middle ear, which gives rise to dizziness in some individuals.

As there is no mention of the antibiotics taken, it is difficult to comment about its possible adverse effects.

My suggestions to you are:
1. Continue with the nasal sprays prescribed to you.
2. Do steam inhalation 2-3 times a day.
3. Drink plenty of warm water.
4. Avoid coffee/smoking/fizzy drinks/chilled food and beverages.

Hope I have answered your query; I will be available for the follow-up queries.

Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N.
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj