Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

Clogged/Fullness in Ears and Pressure/Vertigo in Head

Hi everyone,

I have been having this problem for the last 4 years and still didn't find a solution for my problems. It started with ear pressure and my ears feel clogged and full all the time and I keep trying to pop them every day. I keep opening jaw and pushing through nose to try to keep them open but with no longterm success. This has been happening on a daily basis for the last for 4 years and it is really hard to live like this.

The second problem is the head pressure and these weird feelings in my head. This is something that comes and go (or is bearable at least for some time), but when it is there I feel like there is constanly some pressure around my forehead, eyes, sometime at the back aswell and in my neck. I feel a bit of vertigo and I find it hard to focus because of this (with stress it gets even worse). If i lie down I can also very easily hear my hearbeat in my head.

I have already been to multiple ENTs,Neurologist, took CT of head, sinuses, went to TMJ specialist,chiropractor,bioresonance and probably some other stuff that I can't remember now. Thing is all results came back normal and noone could tell me what is wrong with me while I know something is not right.

If someone has experienced this or found a relief or know what it is, then PLEASE help as I am desperate to get better.

TY
86 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
Avatar universal
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.
Helpful - 0
2 Comments
My issue is triggered by changes in weather.  Am guessing it has to do with air pressure.  I keep my clogged ear issue at bay by a few things---  I will take an OTC antihistamine such as Claritin.  It helps and I take it when I go to bed.  I do reverse ear pops (hold nose and blow, your ear will pop), I chew gum and I will once in a blue moon take pseudophedrine during the day.  I have not had a bout of vertigo in a very long time thank goodness.  Hope your wife finds help.
Hi 15 months for wife. Have you and your wife gotten any answers regarding Lyme and co-infections? Please read through these posts as I have told my story and have commented on others posts. I'm not sure how to communicate other than here as putting your email address doesn't post. I have learned so much on this dreadful journey and would like to help others navigate these waters so they don't have to go through what I went through. If anyone knows how to share email addresses here, please post. In the meantime please know that for LYME AND CO-INFECTIONS blood tests are only a partial answer. The real key is to look at your clinical profile...what are your symptoms. There is no magic pill or combination of meds that will cure you. The answer lies in good nutrition. No sweets. No foods that convert to sugar. No gluten. No dairy. No alcohol. Turn your body into a hostile environment for these parasites. Only then will they leave. Take care of yourself (sleep, eat healthy, exercise, SWEAT! and you will get better. Find a good Lyme literate doctor to help you. RUN from any doctor promising magic pills, quick miracles, ridiculously expensive treatments or anything that sounds too good to be true. For every honest doctor out there, there are a hundred who will promise you the moon for a price. RUN FROM THESE SCAMMERS. You will know when you find one who truly cares to help you. I wish all of you reading this good health.
Avatar universal
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.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
Hey, I'm currently having the same symptoms. What was the problem? Please reply
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
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.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
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.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
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!!
Helpful - 0
Have an Answer?

You are reading content posted in the Ear, Nose & Throat Community

Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Ask a question
Popular Resources
Think a loved one may be experiencing hearing loss? Here are five warning signs to watch for.
Discover the common causes of and treatments for a sore throat.
Learn about what actually causes your temperature to spike.
Find out which foods you should watch out for.
Family medicine doctor Enoch Choi, MD helps differentiate between the common cold and more threatening (bacterial) infections
Dr. Steven Park reveals 5 reasons why breathing through your nose could change your life