Objective Tinnitus Concomitant with Eye Blinking: A Case Report
Journal of Audiology & Otology
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: 101-103, 2015.
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ABSTRACT
Tinnitus is a common auditory phenomenon associated with many otological diseases, and is usually subjective. Objective tinnitus can be generated by para-auditory structures, usually derived from vascular or myogenic sources, or the eustachian tube. We present a rare case of intermittent unilateral tinnitus associated with eye blinking. Otoendoscopic examination showed that the external auditory canals and tympanic membranes were normal; however, rhythmic movements of both tympanic membranes, concomitant with the tinnitus, were evident whenever the patient blinked. The tympanometry and stapedial reflexes measured via impedance audiometry exhibited saw-tooth patterns; movement of the tympanic membrane was associated with eyelid blinking. The patient was managed conservatively, with reassurance and medication, and the condition became well-controlled. Here, we present this educational case and review the literature.
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Reflejo
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Acúfeno
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Membrana Timpánica
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Pruebas de Impedancia Acústica
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Parpadeo
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Conducto Auditivo Externo
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Enfermedades del Oído
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Trompa Auditiva
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Párpados
Límite:
Humanos
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Journal of Audiology & Otology
Año:
2015
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