tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post4810014404101307783..comments2024-01-14T03:48:36.601-05:00Comments on Fauquier ENT Blog: Balloon Dilation For Treatment of Eustachian Tube DysfunctionFauquier ENThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18011731559130483399noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-27625042143532160352018-01-13T00:51:17.238-05:002018-01-13T00:51:17.238-05:00Hi,
Did you have this done and how did it go? Whic...Hi,<br />Did you have this done and how did it go? Which Kaiser did you have it done at? Thanks Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09543941576422657796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-68035967866886366812017-08-21T11:42:33.759-04:002017-08-21T11:42:33.759-04:00Hi Tina, sorry you are suffering. I had this proce...Hi Tina, sorry you are suffering. I had this procedure 6 yrs ago. It took two tries, but my ears have been clear ever since. I believe this surgery just got FDA approved, but, some ins companies are still fighting the codes. I would keep trying with them. Have your dr send them a letter explaining why you need it. Good luck! DianaUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13795108882713602364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-67938076484974288112017-08-16T12:06:50.649-04:002017-08-16T12:06:50.649-04:00HI, Im a 45 year old female that was born with a c...HI, Im a 45 year old female that was born with a cleft palate, Ive always had ear trouble, but out grew a lot of it until I turned 40. Since that time I've had tonsillectomy with partial adenoidectomy and tubes placed. I get ear infections at least 2-3 times a month, and my tubes are not draining the thick drainage, Im in pain, constant hearing loss. My ENT want to do the balloon but my insurance denied it as investigational. Any suggestion on how to get this approved?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03894147518841758978noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-28552326628879713252017-05-14T12:43:37.287-04:002017-05-14T12:43:37.287-04:00nice post iam also suffering from this disease i c...nice post iam also suffering from this disease i cant focus on my work <br />nice post make me want to cry good job <br />diet househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00023762949086128578noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-10770872139238641122016-09-20T01:36:38.278-04:002016-09-20T01:36:38.278-04:00I have had 14 T tubes inserted in my right ear sin...I have had 14 T tubes inserted in my right ear since j was 19. I'm 47 now. I have had an eardrum replacement surgery where they used cartelidge from my skull because I still needed a tube. I am a court reporter and was getting close to having to retire early (in about five years) because my hearing is deteriorating with each new tube. <br />Kaiser here in Northern California just approved this procedure and I'll be the 4th patient to have it done. I see it as a miracle. I have, in one day, gone from almost certain early retirement and yearly to twice yearly ear tube surgery to quite possible one last surgery and retiring whenever I feel is right!!! I cannot wait and I will post my results. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14536721232082559466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-60952298168502867452016-01-30T23:24:55.988-05:002016-01-30T23:24:55.988-05:00Hi Louise, I haven't been on here for a while,...Hi Louise, I haven't been on here for a while, I'm e mailing w some of these people. Are some posts missing? I don't get an alert when someone posts so I get out of the loop sometimes. I had this balloon dilation surgery about 4 yrs ago and my ears are still clear. Hope that helps, dianaDianahttp://www.doggyboutique.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-26072933731230291582016-01-21T04:13:16.409-05:002016-01-21T04:13:16.409-05:00What happened to all the rest of the comments that...What happened to all the rest of the comments that used to be on here? :(Louisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06499212001724546420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-59760848087042078292016-01-11T17:37:00.034-05:002016-01-11T17:37:00.034-05:00Please do tell me if this procedure worked on you ...Please do tell me if this procedure worked on you because my daughter is suffering terribly and this might be an only option left....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-58416431927342277652015-10-14T20:41:46.112-04:002015-10-14T20:41:46.112-04:00Hi Rosemarie. How is your hubby doing now? Pleas...Hi Rosemarie. How is your hubby doing now? Please tell me where Dr Ian Alexander is. ThanksAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-87951316980305913392015-09-13T09:41:25.935-04:002015-09-13T09:41:25.935-04:00Has anyone had long term success with this procedu...Has anyone had long term success with this procedure. I've had tubes inserted in both ears four times in the last five years because of drainage problems in my eustachian tubes. My doctor is considering balloon plasty once insurance covers the procedure next year. I'd like to hear from others who have had it done before going ahead with this. Wonder what the long term success is. Is the balloon then deflated and removed immediately after insertion? Any advise, tips would be welcome.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-48745926201397619712014-11-02T22:48:23.810-05:002014-11-02T22:48:23.810-05:00I had my eustachian tube opened via balloon by Dr....I had my eustachian tube opened via balloon by Dr. Jordan Pritikin of Chicago in April 2014.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-47658399744925909272014-10-21T16:36:05.775-04:002014-10-21T16:36:05.775-04:00How did it go with Dr Brian Weeks? My ENT said tha...How did it go with Dr Brian Weeks? My ENT said that he will refer me to Dr. Dennis Poe if I am interested. I had tubes put in both ears 2 weeks ago, and the results are not what I was hoping for. I am an audio engineer and musician, and the loss of bass in my hearing from putting in the tubes has basically put me out of work until I can get this resolved.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-11399730498626052542014-10-17T14:07:54.601-04:002014-10-17T14:07:54.601-04:00I've had the balloon dilation done twice now a...I've had the balloon dilation done twice now and neither time did it help me at all. Very frustrating as I've had this problem for 9 years now. I made an appointment to see Dr. Poe as he is only 2-3 hours from me but the waiting list is over a year...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10331219393819827530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-20928254063463199902014-08-11T00:49:00.106-04:002014-08-11T00:49:00.106-04:00I saw dr brain weeks in July of 2014, the man is a...I saw dr brain weeks in July of 2014, the man is amazing, truely knowledgeable and his staff/partner, Janene is great. I'm a candidate for Eustachian tube plasty, I will post after the operation and inform of my results. Lugo. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-78490087380498303542014-08-06T15:12:56.278-04:002014-08-06T15:12:56.278-04:00I have a history of my eustachian tube getting plu...I have a history of my eustachian tube getting plugged. I'm from Canada and can't get my family doctor to refer me to an ear,nose and throat specialist until I go through 4 to 6 weeks of pain while I use a nasal spray. I know this won't work for me because I have had a tube placed in my ear before which is the only thing that worked in the past. I'm told I have a narrow eustachian tube from birth and prone to getting a clogged ear when diving, going on an airplane or just changing elevation while driving. I'm wondering if I can get this procedure in the US?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-43389658467907810292014-04-11T19:44:53.851-04:002014-04-11T19:44:53.851-04:00Dr Dean is doing this for me next Wed. :-)Dr Dean is doing this for me next Wed. :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-37308312544891641012014-03-27T22:40:53.847-04:002014-03-27T22:40:53.847-04:00Dr. Marc Dean in Ft Worth Texas does this procedur...Dr. Marc Dean in Ft Worth Texas does this procedure. He is a great Dr.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-80818548161209540322014-03-22T17:03:23.211-04:002014-03-22T17:03:23.211-04:00I am 63 years old and have suffered ear infections...I am 63 years old and have suffered ear infections, pain, sinus infections, etc. for a lifetime. My current ENT has diagnosed me with a dysfunctional eustachian tube. this surgery would benefit me, I am sure, very much. Is there anyone in the southern U.S. trained to perform this procedure?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-87115831275938960492014-01-08T15:51:07.128-05:002014-01-08T15:51:07.128-05:00The balloon dilation will work for most people. Dr...The balloon dilation will work for most people. Dr. Brian Weeks in San Diego is a great doctor. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-74674815470023781652013-11-04T16:24:05.128-05:002013-11-04T16:24:05.128-05:00Hi Shannon
I too have this condition. It seems lik...Hi Shannon<br />I too have this condition. It seems like most doctors have no answers and just try to treat with nasal sprays and prednisone. Nothing has helped for me and i suffer every day. I dont feel like myself anymore. i feel like im trapped in a bubble in my own head due to the fullness and pressure..its so frustrating not having treatment or a cure... Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-50050396511978820872013-04-26T08:00:45.534-04:002013-04-26T08:00:45.534-04:00I am very interested in getting this treatment don...I am very interested in getting this treatment done,I have been suffering from eustachian tube dysfunction for nearly 9 years now. I am so tired of suffering this way and I want help!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-28288690829420671912013-01-11T05:02:16.061-05:002013-01-11T05:02:16.061-05:00Hi Rosemarie,
My name is Shannon and I am conside...Hi Rosemarie,<br /><br />My name is Shannon and I am considering this procedure. I was just wondering if you had it done and if you had any advice for me?<br /><br />Thanks in advance for any advice you can pass on!<br />ShannonAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05160060493038674560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-68329736446799265102013-01-11T05:00:16.536-05:002013-01-11T05:00:16.536-05:00Hi everyone,
I would love to learn more about thi...Hi everyone,<br /><br />I would love to learn more about this procedure as I have been suffering from eustachian tube dysfunction for about 2 years now and just recently figured out what it was. It is very uncomfortable and I am dying to get it fixed as it drives me crazy on a daily basis. I would love to hear from others that have had their eustachian tube fixed through either this balloon dialation or by getting a tube put in.<br /><br />I appreciate any advice or information! Thank you so much in advance.<br /><br />Shannon (you can also email me at: shannon_hillery@hotmail.com). Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05160060493038674560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-19606801137721259402012-07-31T15:58:46.021-04:002012-07-31T15:58:46.021-04:00Hi fawN, I was wondering how your husband is doing...Hi fawN, I was wondering how your husband is doing now...is he better since this procedure? Where did he have it done? Did he have motion sickness feeling, dizziness or balance problems, or vertigo problems prior to procedure? Thank you so much for responding to me...any information is greatly appreciated...you are a good person, with all you had going on to take the time to respond to me...hope all is better for your husband! RosemarieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8621317379873499702.post-10232175445350106762012-03-21T12:16:31.189-04:002012-03-21T12:16:31.189-04:00Rosemarie, my husband had this procedure done the ...Rosemarie, my husband had this procedure done the day after you posted your question. He's had hearing loss most of his life and recently noticed he was unable to pop his right ear when changing elevations and it would always feel plugged. Past treatments and investigations (nasal spray, MRI, CT scan) led to this procedure and insurance paid for all but our 10% which turned out to be a little over a grand for us. He went under general anesthesia for the first time in his life, and they did the balloon dilation for both ears. Recovering from the anesthesia (grogginess/headache/vomiting) was the most difficult, but now his hearing is about the same as before. They say it could take 4-6 weeks to notice any improvement due to inflammation/swelling. The doctor was Ian Alexander. Good luck! ~fawNfawNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17866441595104153957noreply@blogger.com