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RE: I have annoying fluid build up in left ear as well, decongestants prescribed but no luck

Fluid buildup will cause temporary hearing loss. This happens because the fluid restricts the movement of the eardrum. However, once the fluid drains completely there should not be permanent damage and hearing should be fully restored.

Allergies can cause this fluid to develop. That was true in my case almost four years ago when I lost my hearing completely in my left ear for several days.

An Afrin generic equivalent should work. Do not use it much past 3 days because it is addictive and there is a rebound effect which will make things worse.

For allergies I take a prescription steroid nasal spray:

Flunisolide 25 MCG/ACT (0.025%) Nasal Solution

You spray it once or twice in each nostril twice per day. I haven't had fluid buildup for several years.

If when the fluid drains restricted hearing persists obviously there are other causes which must be explored.

I hope this helps.

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