Pressure-Related Ear Pain
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Pressure-related ear pain, also known as ear barotrauma, occurs when there is an imbalance between the air pressure inside the ear and the surrounding environment, a common situation during flights, diving, or sudden altitude changes.
Common symptoms: discomfort or pain in the ear, a sensation of a plugged ear, temporary hearing loss, and sometimes ringing or dizziness.
When should you see a doctor? If the pain is severe, persists after the pressure change, or is accompanied by hearing loss, an evaluation is advisable.
Which specialist treats it? The otolaryngologist is the right professional to examine the ear and rule out complications. If discomfort does not ease after a trip or a dive, the sensible thing is to seek specialized guidance.
Data on 179 doctors who treat pressure-related ear pain
Which specialist treats pressure-related ear pain?
Ear pain related to pressure changes should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT), a specialist in ear, nose, and throat conditions. This doctor can identify the cause, whether related to altitude changes or congestion, and provide appropriate care. You can book an appointment near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pressure-related ear pain
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Luis Miguel Méndez Saucedo
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Rodrigo Fernández Pellón
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. Nuria Esperanza Boronat Echeverria
Frequently asked questions
What is pressure-related ear pain?
Pressure-related ear pain, also known as ear barotrauma, occurs when there is an imbalance between the air pressure inside the ear and the surrounding environment, a common situation during flights, diving, or sudden altitude changes.
Which doctor treats pressure-related ear pain?
Ear pain related to pressure changes should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT), a specialist in ear, nose, and throat conditions. This doctor can identify the cause, whether related to altitude changes or congestion, and provide appropriate care. You can book an appointment near you.