Tinnitus and Eustachian Tube Problems Following Tooth Extraction

[davcamp]

I am learning that there are myriad reasons for tinnitus after a tooth extraction. I have been diagnosed with Eustachian tube issues but from what I'm reading it could be the interplay of nerves and various other issues causing both tinnitus, Eustachian tube, and sinus congestion issues. It is great to know there are other people out there suffering, and to learn more from their stories.

I had my left number one molar removed in July 2023 which has caused persistent tinnitus and problems with clearing my left ear. I am 64 and had all four wisdom teeth removed when I was 18, with no issues like this that I can recall. I feel pressure behind my ear and was diagnosed with a Eustachian tube infection, but it has not responded to antibiotics. I feel like it is a waste of time to see more doctors, but I am under the care of an ENT right now because I have sinus issues that I've never had before in my life, which I am told can be the result of the Eustachian tube infection. I don't have complete confidence in my doctor, he's always trying to sell me one kind of surgery or other. Ridiculous.

If anyone out there has had this combination of circumstances, I would love to hear anything that has helped them! Thanks for reading.

 

[billie48]

If anyone out there has had this combination of circumstances, I would love to hear anything that has helped them!

Welcome to Tinnitus Talk.

The issues of sinus infection, congestion and Eustachian Tube disorders (ETD) have been regularly discussed in prior posts by members. Generally these problems require an ENT to check over and medications may be needed to resolve them. You can also do a search of these problems in the forum to see if you can find information helpful to you from other members' experiences. Take care. God bless.

Sample search results of ETD sinus infection:

https://www.tinnitustalk.com/search/9280003/?q=ETD+sinus+infection&o=relevance

 

[FlatDarkEarth]

@davcamp, how did you end up with all this? I think I am having somewhat similar troubles at the moment.