I have inner ear problems (tinnitus/hyperacusis). If I have lidocaine injections for hair transplant, will it make my ears worse

February 18, 2018
Asked By:JL1985KR in Ohio, OH

For ENT specialists. I am looking into hair transplants. However, I have inner ear issues (tinnitus/ear ringing, hyperacusis/sound sensitivity). During hair transplants, lidocaine is frequently injected into the scalp. Lidocaine is listed as an ototoxic drug and tinnitus a possible side effect. Given that I already have inner ear issues, does that mean I’m unable to withstand lidocaine injections? Will it make my ears worse? Or will it only do that if lidocaine levels reach “toxicity?”

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March 10, 2018

Answer: ​It is best to contact your doctor about pre operative care and issues since each doctor has a different regimen.​

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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March 10, 2018

Answer: ​It is best to contact your doctor about pre operative care and issues since each doctor has a different regimen.​

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
February 23, 2018

Answer: Tinnitus

February 23, 2018

Answer: Tinnitus

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