I think you should ask your doctor about the possibility of hydrocephalus. It may be triggered by getting inflammed sinuses, but I don't think a sinus infection can be causing all of that. Increased fluid in your brain could be causing the noise and the warm sensation. I think there are medications that can help reduce it, including Acetazolamide (Diamox). In your case it could be a symptom of a mild case of spina bifida, which also causes scoliosis. Not to scare you, because I don't think it's severe, but maybe you should check with your doctor. See this site for info http***www.spineuniverse.com/displayarticle.php/article3089.html
Popping is top/inside head and at sides of head above ears.
Though I do appreciate your reply^
To those who may have similar symptoms; this page comforted me greatly: http://www.*************.com/chronic-pain/tmj-38544-5.html
With an MD and then a Neuro appointment, nothing informative came out of it accept for the suggestion of TMJ. Which could very well be the cause, hopefully.
TMJ on webMD: http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/temporomandibular-disorders
I've accepted(at least for now) that the best I can do about this is ignore it, until I demonstrate symptoms that are actually alarming to these professionals..
I'm taking anti-inflamitories, and just saying TMJ to every weird click/pop/burn/needle/ache/etc so I can move on.
Hi when you said that you heard a pop sound below the ear it maybe your jaw . It may be a dislocated jaw symptoms it cause you jaw to tightness with a lot a muscle spasm you may have pain in your head not the regular is like a pressure in the sideways. also pain in the jaw and cheek i would recommend seeing a TMJ specialist and oral surgeon hope this help
The popping seems to have gone away now for the most part.
Now I just constantly have a very mild/WEIRD headache(s), morphing through various types of pain and areas in my head. My left temple is still slightly "bigger" than the other, and not noticeable, but it does hurt sometimes. Been having some mild migraines as well, noise hurts, especialy talking.
Also been feeling ALOT more twitchy and hyper than usual, and been having alot of freaky thought spasms. I have never had a seizure before, but these electrical things are not helping my anxiety.
I've got a dr appointment on the 7th, with just some basic MD guy.
As scary as Spina Bifida sounds and probably is, I am somewhat comforted by your post. There is something called temporal arteritis I found on the net that is related with alot of my symptoms.. and I will be almost extatic just to hear that I don't have anything like that.
Appreciate your reply jbm.
A sinus infection can lead to some of the symptoms you describe. However, they should resolve, and if they persist for more than a few weeks, I would consider imaging to exclude a more serious cause.
Head imaging can be done with a CT scan, and if negative, an MRI scan. This may be especially prudent in the setting of visual changes.
The sinusitis can be treated with the appropriate antibiotics, and the post-nasal drip should be evaluated for an allergic cause. Allergy testing can also be considered as well.
If the symptoms continue, I would consider a referral to a neurologist or ENT physician. This can be done at an academic medical center, where they may be more familiar with uncommon causes.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin Pho, M.D.
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