What Causes Inner Ear Discomfort Along With Headache And Dizziness?

Posted on Tue, 13 Feb 2018

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Question : My 18 year old daughter is suffering from inner discomfort she describes as pressure. Also cannot hear clearly out of same ear and has a mild headache and slight dizziness.

Any recommendations are appreciated.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need clarification / more information

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Kindly clarify by inner discomfort do you mean inner ear discomfort or not.
For how long has this been occurring.
Is there any fever associated with these symptoms.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)

Yes inner ear discomfort. She woke up with symptoms this morning. No fever so far.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (19 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Explained

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Based on your description, it's most likely that the affected ear is congested. It needs to be examined for any purulent discharge or secretion due to a bacterial infection. If present, then antibiotics can be advised.

If no such finding is made on examination and Otoscope exam is also normal, then decongestants like Pseudoephedrine can be added to Ibuprofen in consultation with your doctor.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil,
General & Family Physician

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad