Mount Sinai Otolaryngology

Physicians & Surgeons, Otorhinolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat), Physicians & Surgeons, Physicians & Surgeons, Allergy & Immunology

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Mount Sinai Otolaryngology

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Ear Infections
A prolonged or significant pressure gradient in the middle ear can result in some type of barotrauma. This can be a perforated eardrum (the eardrum acts like the burst disk in the scuba tank, and gives way when subjected to enough pressure). If the eardrum doesn’t perforate, fluid with or without blood can accumulate in the middle ear space. Unlike the middle ear infections that young children get, this fluid is clean with no bacteria. Clear fluid is called an “effusion”, and a bloody effusion is called a “hemotympanum”. The effusion is actually the result of fluid in the bloodstream (plasma) filtering into the middle ear when following the pressure gradient.

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119 W 57th St, New York, NY 10019

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Location: The Mount Sinai Hospital
AKA: Mt Sinai Otolaryngology
Other Link: http://mssm.edu
Categories: Physicians & Surgeons, Otorhinolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat), Physicians & Surgeons, Physicians & Surgeons, Allergy & Immunology, Physicians & Surgeons, Ophthalmology, Physicians & Surgeons, Orthopedics, Physicians & Surgeons, Pediatrics

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Mount Sinai Otolaryngology

General Practitioners

Ear Infections
A prolonged or significant pressure gradient in the middle ear can result in some type of barotrauma. This can be a perforated eardrum (the eardrum acts like the burst disk in the scuba tank, and gives way when subjected to enough pressure). If the eardrum doesn’t perforate, fluid with or without blood can accumulate in the middle ear space. Unlike the middle ear infections that young children get, this fluid is clean with no bacteria. Clear fluid is called an “effusion”, and a bloody effusion is called a “hemotympanum”. The effusion is actually the result of fluid in the bloodstream (plasma) filtering into the middle ear when following the pressure gradient.

Ophthalmologists

Glaucoma
Note that these drugs do have side effects, the most common being slightly blurred vision, mouth dryness and mild queasiness that generally does not progress during the trip. When using the patch, it is very important not to apply it and then touch your eyes before washing your hands. There are certain medical conditions which can be seriously worsened by this drug (such as glaucoma or intestinal problem).

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Computed Tomography
A formal hearing test can distinguish between conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, and therefore should be a part of the evaluation of any diving related ear injury. Other tests include an assessment of the function of the balance mechanism, which can be measured in a special lab. A CT scan is rarely helpful, as a PLF cannot be seen on an x-ray.
Chemotherapy
Ginger. Some people (mostly those that don’t really get sick) swear by it. Chewing some ginger gum or ginger root doesn’t hurt, and when you hurl at least you will have something for your breath. Again, no consistent research shows that this works for seasickness, although it is sometimes used in patients undergoing chemotherapy.

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Physical Therapy
Finally, there is the condition known as Mal de Debarquement ("the sickness of getting off a boat"). Some people are unsteady and have difficulty walking after reaching dry land. This is thought to be an issue with the brain's adaptation to a new environment, and not an ear problem. In such cases, inner ear testing is normal, but the symptoms may last for a long time (months). Treatment with vestibular suppressants (like Bonine or Dramamine) rarely works, but sedatives and specialized physical therapy (vestibular rehabilitation) may be helpful.

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