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10 Treatments for Otitic Barotrauma

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Overview

Ear barotrauma is a condition that causes ear discomfort due to pressure changes. In each ear, there is a tube that connects the middle of the ear to your throat and nose and helps to regulate ear pressure. This is called a Eustachian tube, na[read article]

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Tests for Otitic Barotrauma

1. Otoscopy An otoscope is a hand-held instrument with a tiny light and a cone-shaped attachment called an ear speculum, which is used to examine the ear canal. An ear examinat... More
2. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
3. Hearing Tests A tuning fork is a metal instrument with a handle and two prongs or tines. Tuning forks, made of steel, aluminum, or magnesium-alloy will vibrate at a set frequency... More
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Medical Procedures for Otitic Barotrauma

1. Non-Surgical Relief of Ear Pressure
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Surgical Procedures for Otitic Barotrauma

1. Aspiration of Middle Ear An ear tube insertion is a procedure by which a specialized physician inserts tiny tubes into one's eardrum to reduce the occurrence of ear infections and allo... More
2. Ear Tube Insertion An ear tube insertion is a procedure by which a specialized physician inserts tiny tubes into one's eardrum to reduce the occurrence of ear infections and allo... More
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Prescribed Medications for Otitic Barotrauma

1. pseudoephedrine(Nasofed ) PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (soo doe e FED rin) is a decongestant. It is used to treat congestion of the nose or sinuses. More
2. phenylephrine topical
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Over the Counter Medications for Otitic Barotrauma

1. pseudoephedrine(Sudafed , others...) Close PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (soo doe e FED rin) is a decongestant. It is used to treat congestion of the nose or sinuses. More
2. phenylephrine topical(Hemorrhoidal , others...) Close
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