Wow I thought I was alone in this situation , this is the post I was about to write , I can almost copy it and post it on here, you just described the exact symptoms I have and the exact outcome thanks. Let's work on brake in this down as I have not had any help from the doctors all I get is nasal spray and allergy meds and a kick in the wallet.
I thought I was the oddball out having these symptoms off and on for about 20 years. At first I thought it was just too much living and drinking in my twenties. When I stopped drinking, it was not as severe, but it was still happening. I did have a problem with high cholesterol, high triglycerides, and high blood pressure. I got all that under control and for a long time I did not have symptoms. I moved to a healthier lifestyle with better eating, quit smoking and exercise. When the symptoms stopped, I thought I had it down. It had been about 4 or 5 years and nothing. But the last couple of months, I have been experiencing them almost daily and this last week every time I get up out of my chair here at work. I have ready so many of your posts and did also look into Meniere's disease. I do suffer from chronic allergies so I find the post nasal drip theory interesting. My blood pressure is still normal, but I have to admit I have fallen off the healthy lifestyle wagon. You're posts have given me a lot to think about and discuss with my doctor. Thanks again
Have you have you blood pressure checked regularly? I get that feeling when my bp is high. I've also had that feeling when I had a severe sinus infection. Go to an ear, eyes and nose dr. And ck your bp when you get that feeling in your head. Goodluck
I'm no doctor and am responding way later but I had the same stuff....dizziness and fulness filling in my ears and continued to pop them to get relief. FINALLY I took a capful of Peroxide, lay on my side and poured it in. Stayed on my side for 20 minutes...as it fizzed and fuzzed in my ear. Sat up, drained it out...repeated on my right side, 20 minutes, drain it out....PERFECTION! Cheap fix for scary, annoying problem. It softens the wax in your ear and sets you right.
I would recommend the Epstein barr virus panal bloodwork done, I also just had a sinus cyst removed in surgery ....I have hope it improves, I used tea tree and olive oil drops ( 8 drops olive oil and 5 drops of tea tree oil in my ear last night and today ...blessings!
I recently posted a question on here (sensation of fullness in ears) and when coming back to check for replies noticed this thread which I can definitely relate to.
I struggle with depression and anxiety both of which are due to personal issues with work/life and which are at least affected if not also caused by this medical issue. Trintellix and clonazapam perhaps reduce the feeling (or maybe better worded reduce any other headaches etc in these regions and help relax me) but do not seem to make the symptoms go away. Stress does make things worse but that goes for almost every disease and i have a hard time believing stress is what is causing these issues (although my doctor seems to think it is in my head...).
My main symptoms are fatigue, a sensation of pressure in the ears (although I can relieve the pressure using valsalva etc so don't believe it is a real pressure at least not in the ear cavity), my left temple region in specific has some weird symptom of almost skin tightness or someone lightly touching it, left eye sometimes feels like it has minor pressure behind it, left scalp sometimes feels odd like someone is touching it and at times has twitched. The ear issue affects both ears but temple/scalp issue is always left side only. As others have mentioned I sometimes feel like I have trouble focusing my eyes although I do decent enough at eye test (can focus, it just feels like I have to try to do so at times, I do have a minor prescription which means vision has degenerated since laser eye surgery 7-8 years ago). Optometrist did a field of vision test supposedly tests for pressure on optic nerve but it came back fine although the test seemed a little questionable to me. One other potential optical symptom is aniscoria although this is fairly common and minor in my case, the weird thing is that I do not remember ever noticing it until the past year or so which is during the time my other issues/symptoms have developed.
When I first talked to doctor about plugged ear feeling he looked in ear saw it has fluid in it and started me on nasal rinses. Have done nasal rinses for months now, tried nasal steroids, gone to an audiologist(hearing and tympanogram were normal). Believe it is better now but still feel the sensation most days in varying levels. Exercising can set it off and is the one time i can start to feel vertigo(if i exercise really hard sensation will build up and no amount of moving jaw, pressure equalisation etc will provide relief and this is the only time i have ever felt dizzy but it has happened a few times now).
I have never considered myself to have allergies but in fighting with this stuff I felt like at least some of the symptoms were allergy related. I started taking antihistamines(claritin) and leukotreine blockers(singulair) a couple weeks ago and found some relief but mostly to symptoms of nasal congestion, scratchy throat and sneezing. I stopped taking them for a couple days and symptoms were worse so seems to be some correlation but hasn't made the ear or temple stuff go away. I haven't played with the mediciation enough but am guessing it is the singulair that helps me more then the claritin. Have talked doctor into seeing an allergist, still waiting for appointment.
Doctor thought maybe it was something related to a TMJ disorder. Have had chiropractor help stretch it out, was tight at first but since has loosened up. Pops every once in a while. When I move my jaw i hear kind of a squishy sound especially on right ear not sure if that is normal or not. Saw a dentist who did some tests and checked teeth for signs of clenching and grinding, but only minor signs of clenching, no sore jaw muscles etc was determined TMJ disorder was unlikely (unless is a style that doesn't cause tenderness in muscles or messes up tmj movement which is really all that has been tested for).
I have been to a neurologist, appointment was mainly to review hand tremors(have had them for years now) he came to same conclusion as previous neurologist, essential tremors. He wants to send me for a head ct for these other symptoms but that hasn't happened yet.
So in short I have tried months of nasal rinses, nasal steroids, anthistamines, leukotreine blockers, antidepressants, benzodiazepines, tried taking more vitamines (b complex, vitamin d, calcium/magnesium, omega 3 and others), blood tests for most of the normal stuff, been to an optometrist, dentist, audiologist and now neurologist. Have only seen minimal improvement. Hoping the ct (might opt for private MRI first) will show something.
There were some more options listed in this thread (Lyme, Meniers, migraines, intercranial hypertension) which i haven't considered/looked into and will do so, thanks for others sharing their results.
Between this and the stress from work I have barely been able to function so I hope I find some sort of solution/relief because I do not believe I can keep up my stressful line of work while dealing with these health issues. Hopefully others are finding answer too and will share them as they do.
I lost my hearing one my left side completely. With tremendous pressure and tinnitis, It happend sporadically over a year with feelings of thick mucus, I realised just a few days ago that it had started about the\ time I was using glaucoma drops. Despite the doc fearing I would endanger my sight I stopped the drops the blockage cleared within hours - getting better all the time. My hearing is back to normal after two days. Pressue is gone. Life is great
Hello. I just came across this site and I see many of you have posted as early as 2012. I pray you have all found answers to your problems. If not, i will briefly share my journey which started in 2001 at 42 years old and I finally got solid answers in 2016. Shame on our medical community.
SEPTEMBER 2001: I discovered while showering a large round welt/hive behind my left armpit. No itch or pain. Within hours I felt like I was getting the flu (?) but no cold symptoms. Aching and weird sensations all localized to my left side radiating out from my left arm. I was in great shape/excellent health but I thought maybe I was having a heart attack (I had all the signs) so I went to my doctor that day. I was told I had a virus and to go home and rest and the "hive" by my armpit was unrelated. I questioned if it could be Lyme disease and she laughed at me. (I lived in CT).
By the next morning I couldn't stand up without passing out. I called the doctor on call and he told me to go get blood work that day and prescribed doxycycline. 2 days later he called to say I tested positive for Lyme, instructed me to take the doxy (for 3-4? weeks) and I would be "good to go". I went on with my life.
NOVEMBER 2012: I was showering and felt something "pinchy" behind my right armpit so I jumped out of the shower looked in the mirror to discover a tick embedded under my skin. I called my then-current doctor and he prescribed doxycycline but within 1 day I was itching all over with a full body rash. He said that was all he could do for me. I never went back to him. I tried to self treat for Lyme with potent natural remedies as I had stopped using western medicine over the years. I was "doing well" relatively speaking, so I thought. Over the years I had many odd health issues and went to many doctors including primary care, ENT, neurologist walk-in centers and hospital emergency rooms all who told me there was nothing wrong with me and I should calm down and enjoy life. I was just getting older and should accept my body was changing. How can you do that when you go from feeling healthy as a horse to experiencing:
-raging headaches,
-numbness and tingling in my legs, feet, hands
-intense itching up and down my shins
-odd sensations across my face like it was going numb
-hearing my heartbeat in my ears mostly at night but sometimes during the day
-whooshing sounds/ringing in my ears when lying in bed at night
-bouts of vertigo
-panic attacks
-sinus issues
-the "flu" that would last for only a day or two.
JUNE 2016: I had just returned from a very busy few days in California and was feeling run down and exhausted. I stayed home from work for a couple days to shake it off and ended up flat on my back for 3 weeks when my boyfriend finally dragged me kicking and screaming to the walk-in medical center nearby. By now I didn't have a primary care doctor as I didn't trust any of them. None of their diagnoses were correct and none of their poisonous medications worked long term. The walk-in tested me for the flu, mono and Lyme. The first 2 were negative and the Lyme was positive (new bands, new bite). The very next day I was sitting in a Lyme specialists office. I have been undergoing treatment for the past 2 years with my practitioner in CT. I've since moved to Arizona to get away from the cold weather which makes my symptoms worse. Trying to kill off these parasites which have taken up residency in my body over the years has been a daunting task. I am treating this time around completely holistically and I plan to win. My doctor gave me choices and has guided me in my options. I still have a long way to go but now I have answers to my strange symptoms. I'm not old (almost 60 but still in great shape) just sick with Lyme. Please don't believe the antibiotics can kill the parasites. It can only temporarily weaken them. Then they make babies and find new places to hide in your body. They create a biofilm around themselves which is difficult to break through. Read. Educate yourself. Feel free to contact me. I'll help if I can. I pray for all of you that you will find answers. I hope you don't have Lyme but always explore that option if you don't have answers. God bless.
Joyce
I have the same exact problem no clue what to do head sinus pressure vertigo comes and goes sometimes tingle in hand feet if u find out anything let me know ill do the same for u
I was diagnosed with Meniere's Disease (with many of the symptoms everyone is listing)...but I did find a way to stop the vertigo. I visited a nutritionist who told me I was gluten intolerant (I also experienced heartburn, stomach pains, etc)...once I cut the gluten out of my diet, my vertigo disappeared. My stepmom had sent me an article about food allergies and vertigo, so that is why I decided to see a nutritionist who did testing. So for those out there who might be looking for an answer, you might want to see if you have any food allergies...it can affect yours ears, not just your GI tract!
Hi been in the same boat for 6 months now can manage with Serc but not without it
Been to ENTs Neurologist physio Chiro ...my neck n shoulders trouble a lot
Would like to hear more feedback if anyone has found a permanent solution
My wife has struggled with “clogged” ears, vertigo and hearing loss for 15 months now. We’ve been to ENT, Neurologist, Primary Care, Headache specialist, and now to an Integrative Health Specialist. He believes that she has Lymes Disease. We have not done the blood test that confirms Lymes (and the coinfections) due to the cost but will be doing it soon. Best wishes to you all - from a hubby, I know it tough to see my spouse suffer and not have relief and I can’t do anything for her either. Sometimes it seems like weather triggers an episode...sometimes we feel it is hormonal...but it is never consistent.
Yes I have also been having these symptoms Now for 2 months it is so dehabiltating. Anyone have any answers? I am due for an MRI soon.
My neck always cracks and and brings on a nausea feeling and vertigo also.
Hey, I'm currently having the same symptoms. What was the problem? Please reply
Hi
I live in London, England and I have been having these symptoms for the last two months - "swooning" feeling in my head. Pressure behind my eyes and in my temples and across my sinuses and feeling tired all the time, despite sleeping a lot. My eyes feel as though they are not focusing properly, despite a "better than 20/20" eye test last week. Feel as though my right is needs to pop.
My doctor has been treating me with Betahystine for Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, and I've had the Epley Manouver done a couple of time, but its not helping. Some days are betting than others and the symptoms are less severe than others but I just feel so ill.
I felt better for a week, while lazing around on holiday in Greece, but have relapsed after a few days trying to live normally again now home.
A different doctor has now prescribed antibiotics "in case an infection is causing it" and has referred me to an ENT consultant, but the first appointment is nearly 8 weeks away.
Most recently, I have had numbness and pins and needles in my forearms, hands and fingers, especially on my right side.
I am feeling very scared and emotional......
Slightly reassured that I'm not the only person feeling this, but not being diagnosed with a reason for how I'm feeling.
If anyone gets a diagnosis for their symptoms please share!
Hi, I have been having the same problem going back to the 1990"s and have all the medical testing that many have mentioned here plus more. (The Grand Tour), Today I was on youtube and came across a video that actually seems to help relieve alot of the pressure in my head, neck, forehead, and so on. The name of the video is (Absolute Best TMJ Treatment You Can Do Yourself for Quick Relief) and the name of the Chanel is (physicaltherapyvideo) This is a quick relief video and they have a long term treatment video also called. (TOP 3 EXERCISES FOR TMJ- Temporomandibular Joint Pain/Disorder). I hope this helps someone. I just tried this less than 30 minutes ago but it's the first thing I have ever found that had any positive effect.
I have the same issue too! I live in Toronto, Ontario and my symptoms are more severe in the spring and summer. The heat or humidity or air pressure must contribute to it. In the Spring/Summer I have both ears blocked or one ear blocked constantly. Feels like I need to pop it but nothing relieves it. However, end of November my symptoms completely disappear until the following April!
I saw an ENT specialist and had a miremgotomy performed without the tube insertion ( they just poke a tiny hole in your eardrum) to relieve any negative pressure that may be built up behind my ear but unfortunately it didn't help.
My mother had pluged in ears preasure in head for 10 years and with gods help we found the BLACK SEED OIL COLD PRESED and it helped the very first time she took it!! Try it hoop it help you all!!
Try the Black Seed Oil cold prased it helps!!
I would also suggest to get Vit B12 and D tested . Use Vit B12 tablets and get some early morning sun .Use saline spray.I had similar symptoms as above but under control by following above.Do you have acidity also .Control acid reflux .
Hello
I also have this problem or something similar
It's like there is a clogging or build up in my left ear behind and against the eardrum, similar to having my ear covered or a finger in my ear, it results in
-much lessened hearing with lessened ability
-hearing internal movements a lot more such as breathing, talking and blood flow
-unprompted momentary bouts of dizziness
-a general sense of clumsiness or imbalance
-and of course from these effects come frustration and without a proper diagnosis comes confusion and helplessness, which combined leads to depression, etc.
It's almost like theres wax in there but it's not wax, and if I could just get some warm water in there to melt and flush it out or twist and tilt my head a certain way to drain it, but unfortunately it's still there
I have tried the following with no success
-ear candling
-cotton buds, rolled tissues, and all kinds of ways to try and clean my ear
-depressurising and internal throat and nasal manipulations
-swimming in waves at the beach seemed to help because the water pressure of being dumped by a wave seemed to correct it but it was also painful, this was only temporary and the mysterious affliction soon returned
I'm 41yo
I recently quit smoking approx 3months ago and was smoking 3-5 a day for 25years
I recently had my gall bladder removed approx 8months ago
I have another probably unrelated symptom of dermatitis around my calves and ankles, also around my eyes
I do have a very minor increase in symptoms when there is an increase in moisture in the air either from rain or humidity however it's so minor that I believe it's just me noticing it more because I'm stuck in the house instead of busy doing stuff
I have not tried medication yet
I have not been to see anyone other than GP's, GP's just subscribe it to Tinnitus or Menieres and say there's no cure
It's been presenting now for approx 3months, starting in August 2016
I think we can use this forum to collate our similar symptoms and attempted cures and figure out not only what our health issue is but also a remedy
Let's work together and figure this out
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I have the same problem and think I have solved it. Basically I was keeping the air too hot in the summer and this was causing high humidity in the house.. the hight humidity cause my sinuses to inflame and infect.. so I hired a company to take humidity away from house (250 dollars) . I then bought a hair purifier (makes ozone disinfects viruses and bacteria) (120 dollars) . Now I keep home at constant 76 F in the summer and will buy a small air dehumidifier for the summers, just in case. I also read that latest research links high humidity to sinus infections, ear are connected so then we get vertigo!!!!! I understand how you feel have had vertigo a few times and it was the scariest thing ever.. also look on Google research connecting high humidity to sinus and vertigo problems and good luck! Maruzza2
how are your headposition and overall body posture? If you neck is not in alignment with the spine it can affect pressure in the ears. Try do a quick research on proper neck posture and compare it to your own