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Chat Area => General Discussion Area => Topic started by: cam2502 on 29 December 2009, 22:06:45
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got a ringing in my left ear and its driving me mad. anyone recommend any home remedies as getting to docs for a syringing will probably take til march. :y
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suicide is a potential cure, but probably a bit drastic ;D
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warm olive oil in the ear will hep loosen any wax or get some otex ( i think that is the name) from the chemist :y
failing that see the doc could be something else
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its affecting my speach as well...one minute im talking too loud, the next its a whisper...feel like a right plum!
HELP!!!!! ;D
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Ringing in the ear is Tinnitus and can be a serious problem .... have a good read on this site...
http://www.tinnitus.org.uk/index.php?q=information/info+sheets/front+page/what_is_tinnitus.htm
and get to a doctor. It is probably nothing .. but could be.
And BTW .. syringing does NOT cure tinnitus, and ear wax does NOT cause it either
http://www.tinnitus.org.uk/index.php?q=node/42
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If it were a wax problem.....and, If you are certain that you do not have a punctured ear-drum; you might try irrigating the ear canal using a shower spray-jet (wandering handset type is easiest) with "as warm as tolerable" water; hold the shower head close to the ear and move it about to enable the 'jet' to penetrate deeply into the ear-canal whilst tipping your head over to enable the run-off to come out.....it 'sounds' (and feels) uncomfortable whilst your doing it, but the warm water lavage will surely soften and loosen the wax. :y
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Dont mess with it mate,see your doctor ASAP.
They dont do new ear drums,though can get plastic floppy bits!
Due to drastic surgery for a burst eardrum that wasnt seen to I had to have my drum removed-stupid thing still hisses though! WHAT! SORRY? EH?
eddie
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I'd get to the docs asap, and get it checked out, and in the meantime don't be tempted to poke any thing in it.
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as said, i would see the doc & not play around with this, it could be nowt...but. be safe. :y
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Ringing in the ear is Tinnitus and can be a serious problem .... have a good read on this site...
http://www.tinnitus.org.uk/index.php?q=information/info+sheets/front+page/what_is_tinnitus.htm
and get to a doctor. It is probably nothing .. but could be.
And BTW .. syringing does NOT cure tinnitus, and ear wax does NOT cause it either
http://www.tinnitus.org.uk/index.php?q=node/42
Sage advice indeed E 8-) 8-) :y
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Ringing in the ear is Tinnitus and can be a serious problem .... have a good read on this site...
http://www.tinnitus.org.uk/index.php?q=information/info+sheets/front+page/what_is_tinnitus.htm
and get to a doctor. It is probably nothing .. but could be.
And BTW .. syringing does NOT cure tinnitus, and ear wax does NOT cause it either
http://www.tinnitus.org.uk/index.php?q=node/42
Sage advice indeed E 8-) 8-) :y
Not really ... after 38 years in aviation (and being in charge of the aircraft pressurisation) I have seen/dealt with far too many folks who have ignored minor ear problems until they suddenly become very major.
It's not nice when the guy who complains of shooting pains in his ears, tells you he's had earache for a week but ignored it.... shortly followed by a scream and blood as his eardrum bursts...... mind you .. once it bursts my job got easier .. it was the trying to stop it bursting that was the hard part !!!
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got a ringing in my left ear and its driving me mad. anyone recommend any home remedies as getting to docs for a syringing will probably take til march. :y
I suggest you answer it then mate if its ringing. ;DSorry couldent resist that,but on a more serious note,the missus reckons using earex,and if that doesent help in a couple of days,you need to see the quack. ::)
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Ringing in the ear is Tinnitus and can be a serious problem .... have a good read on this site...
http://www.tinnitus.org.uk/index.php?q=information/info+sheets/front+page/what_is_tinnitus.htm
and get to a doctor. It is probably nothing .. but could be.
And BTW .. syringing does NOT cure tinnitus, and ear wax does NOT cause it either
http://www.tinnitus.org.uk/index.php?q=node/42
Sage advice indeed E 8-) 8-) :y
Not really ... after 38 years in aviation (and being in charge of the aircraft pressurisation) I have seen/dealt with far too many folks who have ignored minor ear problems until they suddenly become very major.
It's not nice when the guy who complains of shooting pains in his ears, tells you he's had earache for a week but ignored it.... shortly followed by a scream and blood as his eardrum bursts...... mind you .. once it bursts my job got easier .. it was the trying to stop it bursting that was the hard part !!!
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That's the great thing about experience E, it gives gravitas to any advice offered :y :y
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got a ringing in my left ear and its driving me mad. anyone recommend any home remedies as getting to docs for a syringing will probably take til march. :y
Sit the other side of the wife?
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i suffer from tinitus and its no joke .you need to get it checked out asap ! if it is wax get yourself a hot water bottle wrap it in a towel and put your head on it the side with the ear problem usualy eases the pain ?get to the docs or a walk in center if you have one where you are ? :y
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I suffer from this every year or 2 so sympathise ........
Try Googling Hopi Ear Candles ...........
Contact an alternative therapy practitioner in your area - the type of person who does aromatherapy or reflexology - many but not all do ear candles.
Yes, its a bit odd but seems to do the trick, although if the ears are badly blocked it might not.
The going rate is about £30 to £35 for a treatment and is very effective.
A cheaper option is yo use Olbus wax dissolving drops - this softens the wax to the point where (after a few days treatment) it often clears itself. Many Docs surgeries wont do a syringing without drops first.
HTH
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suicide is a potential cure, but probably a bit drastic ;D
Have you been reading my medical books?
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If it were a wax problem.....and, If you are certain that you do not have a punctured ear-drum; you might try irrigating the ear canal using a shower spray-jet (wandering handset type is easiest) with "as warm as tolerable" water; hold the shower head close to the ear and move it about to enable the 'jet' to penetrate deeply into the ear-canal whilst tipping your head over to enable the run-off to come out.....it 'sounds' (and feels) uncomfortable whilst your doing it, but the warm water lavage will surely soften and loosen the wax. :y
I'm not sure that this would be a good idea. I've had ear problems for 40 years, and I've been told to avoid getting water down my ears if it's in any way possible. I've been banned from swimming (which is no loss, as I never learned anyway, and I hate cold water).
I was unaware until I looked on the NHS website just now that earwax buildup could cause tinnitus. I'm inclined to think that an ear infection is more likely, and that means you need to see a doctor a.s.a.p.
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Just an update.....tried the olive oil first, sadly after couple of hours it hadnt worked. Then tried ear drops, no help either, so rang the docs today.....guess what......
i have to ring back at 8am,the same as everyone else trying to see a doc today.... :(
So no doubt come 8am, the phones will be jammed and by the time i get through all the slots will have gone!
So after 3 nights of lying awake til 4/5 am and facing a fourth,and on the advice of a friend who has had an ear infection and described the pain as being severe, i rang nhs 24....
I described the symptoms( hoping she would say come up to hospital and we'll take a look) and the advice was.....ring the doc in the morning! :o >:( :-/ ...AAARRRGGG!!!!!
To be fair to the nhs24 woman though she was very nice and helpful with other tips...ie, hot towel/water bottle near ear.
So i'll just have to bare it another night and hope the doc can take a look in the morning. :(