How can I alleviate my symptoms of sudden hearing loss?
February 5, 2023 | 25,00 EUR | answered by Jessica Jung
Dear Sir or Madam,
My name is Alwin Kock and I am reaching out to you as I have been experiencing symptoms of sudden hearing loss for the past few days. I would like to know how I can alleviate my symptoms and if there are any possible treatment methods that could help me.
The situation started about a week ago, when I suddenly felt a strong pressure in my ear and my hearing on the affected ear significantly decreased. Since then, I have been hearing muffled and distorted sounds in that ear, and I also have a constant ringing in my ear that is very distressing and worrying.
I have already tried to stay calm and relax, but the symptoms have not improved. This has been affecting my daily life and work, as I have difficulty following conversations and perceiving sounds correctly.
Therefore, my question to you is what steps I can take to alleviate my symptoms of sudden hearing loss. Are there any medications that could help me, or are there specific therapies that I should consider? I would be grateful for any advice or recommendations you can provide to help me feel better and improve my hearing.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Alwin Kock
Dear Mr. Kock,
Thank you for your message and your trust in my expertise in the field of otolaryngology. I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing symptoms of sudden hearing loss. Sudden hearing loss can be very distressing, but there are various measures that can help alleviate your symptoms and improve your hearing.
First and foremost, it is important that you see an ENT specialist to obtain an accurate diagnosis and to investigate possible causes of your sudden hearing loss. The doctor will typically conduct a comprehensive examination, including an otoscopy, a hearing test, and possibly further tests such as tympanometry or audiometry, to determine the extent of your hearing loss.
There are various treatment options for sudden hearing loss that can be tailored individually depending on the cause and severity of the symptoms. In some cases, a medication therapy with cortisone-containing preparations may be prescribed to reduce inflammation in the inner ear and improve blood circulation. These medications can be taken orally or administered as an infusion.
In addition to medication therapy, special treatments such as infusion therapy with magnesium or vitamins, acupuncture, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, or physical therapies like ultrasound or laser treatments may also be considered. These therapies can help improve blood circulation in the inner ear and support the regeneration of damaged nerve cells.
It is also important to ensure sufficient rest and relaxation during the acute phase of sudden hearing loss to support the healing process. Avoid stress, loud noises, and strenuous physical activities to give your ears the necessary rest.
I strongly recommend that you schedule an appointment with an ENT specialist as soon as possible to receive an accurate diagnosis and an individualized treatment plan. The earlier you start treatment, the better the chances of recovery usually are.
I hope that my explanations are helpful to you and that you will experience an improvement in your symptoms soon. If you have any further questions or need more information, I am at your disposal.
Best regards,
Jessica Jung
