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Does Grommets Insertion Cause Muffled And Fuzzy Ears?
I had ear grommets inserted 2 days ago, My right ear is muffled although I can hear. When I blow my nose I feel air escaping in my outer ear, is this normal. will the fuzzy ear feeling disappear in time,just how long will it take,
I am a 73 year old female and my symptoms were blocked ear Dr said it was eaustachion tube dysfunction and my ears were not venting properly.
I am a 73 year old female and my symptoms were blocked ear Dr said it was eaustachion tube dysfunction and my ears were not venting properly.
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Yes these symptoms are common and will gradually disappear by 2-3 weeks. If however you develop ear discharge or the blocked sensation comes again, then it would be advisable to meet your doctor again
Regards
Yes these symptoms are common and will gradually disappear by 2-3 weeks. If however you develop ear discharge or the blocked sensation comes again, then it would be advisable to meet your doctor again
Regards
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