One morning, 6 weeks ago, I woke up with the following symtoms: ears felt plugged, light headedness, lots of pressure in my ears, some aching in the ears. Waited several days, when it did not clear up (I had not been sick in a year), went to my Dr. He thought I had fluid behind my eardrums, put me on antihistamine. Did not help. My hearing, especially in one ear is distorted, Loud sounds (and certain pitches) really bother me. Tried antibiotic a week later, didn't help. Sent me to a specialist. Had a hearing test, which showed a deficit in my left ear (one frequency I cannot hear well). Tried steroids for 10 days. Didn't do a thing. Had a head MRI, normal. Dr. said nothing he can do for me. Condition may not go away ever. Thinks it may be inflamation caused by a virus. I am not satisfied with the "nothing can be done" answer. Looking for additional opinions, advice, direction. What is wrong with me and what can I do to help myself get better?