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52 years
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Ronald Ward
- Larkspur, California
- Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
- Accepting new patients
Tinnitus: A Proposed Rating System for Workers' Compensation Claimants
By Ronald R. Ward, M. D. , F. A. C. S. (OTO/HNS) & Robert Sweetow, Ph. D. (Audiology) The United States Dept. of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration estimates...
What does it mean when you hear buzzing in your ear?
This is called tinnitus. Usually subjective, meaning only you hear it. Most commonly associated with hair cell damage in the cochlea from noise exposure. Type in tinnitus on your READ MORE
This is called tinnitus. Usually subjective, meaning only you hear it. Most commonly associated with hair cell damage in the cochlea from noise exposure. Type in tinnitus on your browser for more information NOTICE TO RECIPIENT: If you are the intended recipient of this e-mail, you are prohibited from sharing, copying or otherwise using or disclosing its contents. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply e-mail and permanently delete this e-mail and any attachments without reading, forwarding or saving them. Thank you. Ronald Ward, M.D., F.A.C.S., e-mail address: rrw1946@sbcglobal.net, Tel: 415-385-9848
Ear infection/tear in eardrum?
I will assume the reason for the Rx was to treat a Eustachian tube issue and/or middle ear fluid. Probably zithromax. Did the MD teach you how to pop your ear with a valsalva maneuver? READ MORE
I will assume the reason for the Rx was to treat a Eustachian tube issue and/or middle ear fluid. Probably zithromax. Did the MD teach you how to pop your ear with a valsalva maneuver? If not, Google this, and do it several times a day. No smoking. alcohol intake, or dust exposure. Difficult to tell you more without a look in your ear. You may need to repeat the Rx or get another antibiotic. Did you have a tympanogram? or hearing test
Ringing in ears?
Could be an associated symptoms of hyperacusis. Centrally (brain) mediated sound sensitivity. Unless you you are grinding/clenching your teeth and causing TMJ pain which radiates READ MORE
Could be an associated symptoms of hyperacusis. Centrally (brain) mediated sound sensitivity. Unless you you are grinding/clenching your teeth and causing TMJ pain which radiates to your ears.
Vocal cord damage?
Sounds like muscle tension dysphonia. if you do not have a professional voice coach and an otolaryngologist you can, I suggest that you do so.
Swollen lymph node?
if it changes in size, i.e. larger then smaller, it is most likely being, inflammatory, and behaving as it should. If it get larger without tenderness or pain, you should it evaluated READ MORE
if it changes in size, i.e. larger then smaller, it is most likely being, inflammatory, and behaving as it should. If it get larger without tenderness or pain, you should it evaluated by ENT
Strep throat multiple times but not contagious?
Most likely the tonsil tissue was incompletely removed. Some procedures fail to remove tonsil tissue at the base. Also could having strep nasopharyngeal infections.
Clogged eustachian tubes?
You need to see an ENT and audiologist. Those medications will be of no use. No smoking or alcohol intake.
Kissing someone when I have enlarged tonsils?
Only if the kissee is immune compromised.
Thyroid problem?
Sounds like you need to see an endocrinologist to get real information. You appear to be hypothyroid per the TSH readings, however the Free T4 was normal. HCG injections have not READ MORE
Sounds like you need to see an endocrinologist to get real information. You appear to be hypothyroid per the TSH readings, however the Free T4 was normal. HCG injections have not been proven to be indicated or effective in weight loss. You must also nearly starve yourself when getting HCG. I suggest seeking advice from a licensed weight loss professional, avoiding sugars, salt and fatty foods, count calories, daily exercises, personal trainer, total change in dietary habits. Sounds simple but you must burn more calories than you take in. There is no quick, easy, or simple solution.
Stuffy nose?
Differential diagnosis: Chronic allergic rhinitis. sinusitis, chronic non-allergic rhinitis/ sinusitis, nasal polyps, septal deviation, rhinitis medicantosa (nasal spray overuse), READ MORE
Differential diagnosis: Chronic allergic rhinitis. sinusitis, chronic non-allergic rhinitis/ sinusitis, nasal polyps, septal deviation, rhinitis medicantosa (nasal spray overuse), tumor, nasopharyngeal disease. See an ENT
What do I do about this ear pain?
Possibilities: TMJ pain, trigeminal neuralgia, auriculotemporal neuralgia, referred pain from oral cavity. Take ibuprofen or naproxen. Hot moist compresses. Soft foods and liquids. READ MORE
Possibilities: TMJ pain, trigeminal neuralgia, auriculotemporal neuralgia, referred pain from oral cavity. Take ibuprofen or naproxen. Hot moist compresses. Soft foods and liquids. See an ENT.
Can’t hear on left side?
Probably impacted the cerumen. Use the 3% peroxide undiluted a few more times. Get in shower and run hot water into involved ear. If not better, see ENT for micro cleaning
Nasal/allergic rhinitis?
First stop all throat clearing. This creates more secretions as a reflex. Some of items you mention may be allergens, others are not, They are irritants. In winter your allergies READ MORE
First stop all throat clearing. This creates more secretions as a reflex. Some of items you mention may be allergens, others are not, They are irritants. In winter your allergies should be less active. You need to see an allergist, no your local physician, for possible allergy skin testing. Then get a plan with this knowledge to avoid allergens, establish which medications are indicated, and possibly seek ENT evaluation if surgical management is indicated. Zyrtec is the best OTC antihistamine. Flonase make take several days to get a tissue level. It is a maintenance medication, not something to use sporadically. Find an allergist who will follow you long term.
I need an audiologist who deals with cochlear implant patients?
Contact ASHA. American Speech Language and Hearing Association. They may be able to point you in the right direction. Most university medical centers have audiologists who deal READ MORE
Contact ASHA. American Speech Language and Hearing Association. They may be able to point you in the right direction. Most university medical centers have audiologists who deal with cochlear implants
What is the recovery for a child's tonsillectomy?
Varies with the child, the type of procedure. Generally 7-14 days
One lymph node under jaw is always swollen?
Could be lymph node, other type of mass, or submandibular gland enlargement. Advise seeing an ENT for evaluation
Can hearing loss be fixed?
Need much more information. Was she born with hearing loss? What age is she? Ear infections? Tubes? Have you Seen An ENT?
No voice?
Need much more information. Most common reason would be viral laryngitis. Rest your voice completely, drink a lot of water, no smoking, no alcohol. If not not better in three to READ MORE
Need much more information. Most common reason would be viral laryngitis. Rest your voice completely, drink a lot of water, no smoking, no alcohol. If not not better in three to five days, see an ENT
Getting a medical humidifier?
Look for a CPAP vendor in your area. They will help you with airway humidification equipment. Helps to irrigate with dilute salt water. One tsp. of table salt in quart of water. READ MORE
Look for a CPAP vendor in your area. They will help you with airway humidification equipment. Helps to irrigate with dilute salt water. One tsp. of table salt in quart of water. Use bulb syringe
Inconsistently timed 'pressure' in left ear. What could be the cause?
Most likely a Eustachian tube problem. Either dysfunction (opening problem) or overpatency. Occasionally symptoms like these indicate overactivity of the intratympanic muscles
