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Dizzy/Lightheaded for Four Years

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ashiode
ashiode

So I've been permanently dizzy/lightheaded for four years. I've had all the tests and an MRI. Nothing has come up. My ENT measured negative ear pressure in both ears and I've tried steroids and nasal sprays but no joy. One nostril (not the always the same one) always seems partially blocked and when I close the other nostril and blow, my ears seem to block up and my dizziness gets worse for a few seconds. 

Any suggestions?

Thanks.

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  • leila29439
    leila29439 ashiode

    Posted

    Hi ashiode

    Neg ear pressure is similar to blocked tubes.  Can cause ear infection.

    Don't know if can help but as far as nose is concerned have you tried natural honey not supermarket honey.  It natural antibiotic and helps keep sniffle, flu away.

    Must be bad suffering so long.  My mum used to walk sidewise due to middle ear affecting her balance.  Don't think they could ever help her except stop swimming.  Not funny I know.

    Mind you I'm nearly 50 so that was 70 year ago. Hope they got better answers now.

    I find that blowing nose hurts ears so try not to do it.  Mine caused by ear infection.  5 rounds of antibiotic pain is getting better yeah.

    Good luck hope someone can help.

    • clare14843
      clare14843 leila29439

      Posted

      Do you just eat a spoonful of honey? I suffer with my ears and balance too. 
  • ayzzie19624
    ayzzie19624 ashiode

    Posted

    Hi i join in this forum bcuz i too have benn feeling dizzy like im in a boat everyday. It start when i have colds last 2months it started i feel lightheaded then it became waving dizziness, dull headache , my head feels full and neck pain. I take antihistamine i get a little better but still i feel awful bcuz i cannoy do much thing bcuz i feel dizzy always. How do you cope up with dizziness everyday do you medication you take? I want to know bcuz i feel desperate of my symptoms. I think of it everyday it affect me a lot i cannot sleep good and no appetite to eat. I hope someone help me and advice me i need it. Thanks
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