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Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
This resource explains the role of the Eustachian tube and what happens when it doesn’t function properly. It describes Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD), how it affects middle ear pressure, and common symptoms such as a feeling of fullness in the ear and muffled hearing. The resource notes that ETD is usually temporary and commonly experienced..
- Organisation:
- Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital
- Topic:
- Ear nose and throat
- Target audience:
- General
- Service area:
- VIC
- Published:
- May 2025
- Last reviewed:
- February 2026
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Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
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