Ringing In Ears Due To Hiv Medication

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ringing in ears for two years

I'm HIV and HEP C positive. I've been for nearly 9 years now. I've never been on formal medication prescribed by Doctors. But I have been treating myself with good food and vitamins. Vitamins, on and off. I have not had a serious down...

Response from Douglas T. Dieterich, M.D.

New York University, School of Medicine

Dear XmasThe not feeling well could certainly be caused by the two viruses you have and treating either one or both could alleviate that. The ringing in your ears may be due to ear infections and should be checked out by a specialist. There are... Read more »

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Hi there,Over (at least) the past six months I have had constant ear ringing in both my ears. When... Read more »

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