On Thu, 2 Sep 2010 15:16:52 -0400, Michael Dines wrote
(in article 1jo7k4l.pezl871ufovziN%mjcnospamheredines@gmailno spam.com):
D.M. Procida wrote:
Michael Dines wrote:
I only seem to get this sensation when I am tired and haven't had enough
sleep. Otherwise, my ears seem to be in excellent shape.
Does this sound like it might be tinnitus?
You get this when you're tired? Are you so tired that you're yawning?
That can do it.
Have you tried the "pinch your nose, close your mouth, and blow"
depressurisation trick? If that works it could be something to do with
sinuses or eustachian tubes.
No, it doesn't appear to be related to that, though it feels much like
it.
It's been quite unpleasant today - I woke up with it, and it didn't go
away. By the afternoon I resorted to earplugs, in an attempt to
counteract the one-sided feeling of deadness/fullness that is so
unpleasant. What I mean is, feeling it in just one ear is horrible.
In the last 45 minutes the feeling has slowly receded, though not
entirely.
I am pretty sure that its origin is neurological or nervous rather than
physical.
Daniele
It could be something minor (likely) or it could be something nasty
(less likely). If I were you I'd see my GP again and insist on a
referral to the local ENT department. That way if it's minor you're
reassured (and hopefully cured), if it's nasty they can catch it in
time.
Good luck.
The American Tinnitus Ass'n was very helpful about 15 years ago. They faxed
me a copy of OTC drugs and prescribed medications, all of which brought on
tinnitus. Caffeine and alcohol also contribute.
If possible, try not to obsess. Try some relaxation techniques or meditation.
Regards,
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