DEAR DR. GOTT: I have had an ear problem for approximately two years. My ear built up with fluid. A tube was inserted. Now my ear continues to drain a clear fluid, like when your nose runs. When I wake up, it is full of liquid. After turning over, it drains out. I have been to four doctors without any help.
DEAR READER: Several things can cause chronic ear drainage, but without further details, I cannot begin to guess what the cause of yours may be.
You don’t mention if you have any other symptoms. Why did your ear first build up with fluid? Did you have an ear infection? Do you have any loss of hearing? Pain? Is the fluid crystal clear, or is there some cloudiness to it? Is there any blood present or an odor? [Read more…]