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Fibromyalgia and ear problems

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Sammee
Sammee

I have had fibromyalgia for 5 years now. Over the past three months I have been experiencing problems with my left ear, where it feels blocked, causing pain and discomfort, it has affected my hearing, makes me feel sick at times, and I find it difficult to bend over without feeling dizzy. Needless to say this has effected my mood. After three months of trying different ear and nose sprays the doctor has now referred me to the ear,nose and throat clinic. Due to the ear problems it has worsen my fibromyalgia. The Dr said I may need to have grommets. Has anyone else had a similar problem and if so has there been any thing in particular that has helped?

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  • trisha87499
    trisha87499 Sammee

    Posted

    I have had that for years I now have 2 hearing aids, however if they are out I can still get pain and deep itchiness which can then be quite painful
    • Sammee
      Sammee trisha87499

      Posted

      Thanks for replying. Did they give you hearing aid straight away or did they try other things first?
    • trisha87499
      trisha87499 Sammee

      Posted

      Yes, my hearing aids were done there and then after seeing the ent doctor, they did a hearing test and I didn't realise how bad my hearing was xx

  • bill38615
    bill38615 Sammee

    Posted

    I just repliedvtl an earlier post re leg weakness and explained that i am sufering tinittus in left ea

    Hr.

    My doctor refuses to discuss fibro expressingbthat it can be a label to hang things on that are otherwise undiagnosed.

    My ears have been a problem in the past but never hhid bad.

    • Sammee
      Sammee bill38615

      Posted

      That must be very difficult for you. I did struggle getting a diagnosis I had to fight for a year before it was finally confirmed. I was seen by neurologist and he did the various tests-physical examination and a mri. Unfortunately it takes a lot of time to get diagnosed.
  • kiki74
    kiki74 Sammee

    Posted

    I have what I call Cauliflower ear. Tinnitus followed by everything being muffled. I just got over a massive sinus infection and went to ent. He checked everything out and saw some inflammation still in my ears and sinuses when scoped. Sending me for cat scans to see my sinus function better to see if there are any blockages. But I have heard from many people on here that have Tinnitus. And no remedies. You're not alone but unfortunately I also don't have answers. Still waiting for insurance approval for tests.

  • Sammee
    Sammee

    Posted

    Thanks for replying. I hoping it won't be too long before I get to see the ent clinic.

  • roy36708
    roy36708 Sammee

    Posted

    Yes, indeed I experience ear problems from time to time. Last summer I had several spells with vertigo, sinus allergies, etc. Then it will resolve itself when I am on the brink of making an appt. with my doctor! Now that I am 65, I never know what is due to normal aging or fibro!I have found that nothing really sems to make that much difference for me, but I hope the ear,nosethroat clinic will have some solutions for you.
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