Ears feel puffy, severe hearing loss

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

Hello: The main factors that can cause hearing loss include:
Advice: Medications: Some commonly used medications can be harmful to hearing. Long-term intramuscular injection of streptomycin or improper use of gentamicin may lead to tinnitus and deafness. Erythromycin, aspirin, and certain anticancer drugs can cause hearing problems if issues arise after taking or injecting them. In such cases, medication should be stopped immediately, and medical examination should be sought.
Noise: Noise can reduce blood flow to the auditory cells and nerves in the ear, impairing hearing function. It is a significant factor in current environmental pollution. The louder the noise and the longer the exposure, the greater the hearing loss, and recovery can be quite difficult. Otitis media is a common cause or factor of poor hearing in children. Therefore, it is essential to actively treat otitis media, especially chronic suppurative otitis media, and undergo tympanic membrane repair surgery promptly to aid in hearing recovery.
Eustachian tube dysfunction can also lead to hearing loss. Catarrhal otitis media can cause dysfunction of the Eustachian tube, resulting in an imbalance of atmospheric pressure between the inside and outside of the eardrum. Over time, due to the pressure from the external auditory canal, the eardrum may retracted. Additionally, rhinitis, pharyngitis, or nasal congestion from colds can also cause Eustachian tube dysfunction.
First, you need to have your hearing checked and make an appointment with an otolaryngology department ( within 10 yuan). After the examination, it can be determined whether surgery is necessary and the associated costs. Wishing you a speedy recovery!