Tympanometry is a test that measures the eardrum's response pressure waves. Since fluid behind the eardrum will affect the ability of the eardrum to move normally, tympanometry can be useful in ...

Hansa Bhargava, MD Earaches can be really painful and it's because the fluid behind the eardrum can actually cause pressure on the eardrum that causes a piercing pain. If you've ever sat on flight ...