Can ear wax build up cause Vertigo?
I was just diagnosed with Vertigo last week (after constantly having dizzy spells for a week and a half). The doc gave me some Antivert to take and it seems to be helping with the dizziness but I still feel a little off balance. I've recently been noticing that my ears feel clogged..like I have some wax build up in my ears and was wondering if too much ear wax in the ear could be causing the vertigo? My doctor never looked inside my ears when he diagnosed me and now I really wish he would have. I'm going to try to make another appointment with my doctor soon to see if he can do something about cleaning the wax out. Maybe that'll help? Thanks!
What diseases / disorders cause increased ear wax production?
The Ear is made up of three parts, namely the Outer , Middle and the Inner ear. The outer ear is a tunnel containing sebaceous glands and ceruminous glands (nothing but modified sweat glands) which contribute mainly for the ear wax production. Ear wax is a mixture of cerumen, dead cells, hair, keratin and dust.Ear wax is nature's way to trap germs, dust and other irritants so as to prevent ear infection (Pretty cool, isn't it?). Wax constantly travels outwards due to the production of fresh wax inside the ear canal so that the older wax falls out on its own (Imagine it like a conveyor belt machine). Actions of the jaw like talking and chewing also help to massage the wax out of the ear canal.Causes of excessive ear wax production include:1. Genetic predisposition to produce excess ear wax (just like how some people sweat more compared to others)2. People with narrow ear canals and narrow ear canal openings3. Coarse, thick haired ear canals which again is genetic4. Overzealous ear cleaning with fingertips or cotton buds or q-tips (This will only worsen the condition by causing impaction of the wax by pushing it further down into the ear canal.)5. Prolonged use of earphones6. Any mass blocking the ear canal, ex. Exostosis favoring retention of wax7. Inflammatory conditions of the skin or scalp, ex. eczema or seborrhea8. Contact with certain chemicals such as hair spray or hair dye (Always use cotton balls in your ears when using these products.)9. Working in dusty environmentImpacted ear wax can pretty much be present all the time but precipitate symptoms like mild deafness, giddiness or ringing sensation in the ears suddenly when water enters the ear canal while taking a bath or a swim as this causes the wax to swell up.In case of impacted wax, it is best advised to visit an ENT surgeon to get the wax removed.
Can allergies cause earwax to build up?
Absolutely. Airborne allergies (and to a certain degree certain food allergies) cause the body to want to protect itself. Mucous production, rhinitis, watery eyes, and wax (cerumen) production are all ways the body seeks to protect the mucous linings and other vulnerable areas. The hard part is that since cerumen is not made in response to histamine, the anti-histamines that are typically taken to control allergic rhinitis, hives, sinus congestion, etc are ineffective at controlling wax production. The only way to reduce/eliminate/limit wax production is to do a desensitization protocol (shots or sublingual drops) to reduce the body's response to the allergen AND to attempt to watch out for foods that might add to their allergic responses. I recommend my patients go through elimination of dairy products and wheat to see if that reduces their allergic load.
I'm feeling nauseous?
Did you eat anything unusual prior to feeling the nausea? You could "At Your Own Risk" try this Natural Remedy: **Read the information on the link below before attempting.** Ginger Tea: Bring to a boil a cup of water with 6+ fresh slices of ginger, let it cool for a minute(add 1tsp of honey/optional) and sip it till it's all gone. (ginger is also good for Nausea, Dizziness, Anxiety & Stress). You may also chew a slice of ginger into a pulp and swallow it, if you can handle the pungent feeling it gives to your mouth, add some honey for less pungent effect. Repeat any of the above every 6 to 12 hrs. even after symptoms have subsided. (health boost). The above remedy is also helpful for acid/reflux/heartburn/gas/stuffy nose/sore throat/cold & sinus & allergies symptoms. Read this: http://www.herbwisdom.com/herb-ginger-ro... --and this: http://heartofwisdom.com/heartathome/201... --and this: http://www.livestrong.com/benefits-of-ra... After all, reading leads to knowledge. ;) Use Q-tips to gently clean inside the ears. Too much earwax build up can cause all sorts of illness. When in doubt, consult your doctor. I hope you find your cure today. Have a healthy happy life. :) Source: Research
Why do I feel nauseous every morning?
I'm a 14 year old girl. No I am not pregnant because I'm too self conscious to have sex. Anyways, every morning a wake up sick to my stomach. I feel like puking. After I eat it makes it worse for a while then it goes away. Why is this happening?
Can I use hydrogen peroxide to remove ear wax?
Hey Abraham. Unless you are having an issue with excessive earwax, you may not need to remove it at all. Some conditions can cause excess earwax such as unusually narrow ear canals, excess hair in the ear canals, environmental pollution, hearing aid use, aging and autoimmune disorders. Some people simply produce more than others.Diluted, hydrogen peroxide can safely be used in the ears to remove excess earwax. Undiluted hydrogen peroxide can be caustic to the skin and should not be used. A solution of half WARM water and half peroxide works well. I stress “WARM” water, because pouring cold liquids into the ear canal can induce dizziness, nausea and even vomiting because it stimulates the acoustic nerve . Lay on your side to allow the solution to remain in the ear canal for a few minutes and then lean the head to drain it out. You can also irrigate the ear gently with the solution using a bulb syringe. Applying too much pressure can damage the eardrum. Tilt the head so that the canal being irrigated is pointing down over the sink/towel and slowly flush the canal with several syringes of liquid while observing for debris.OTC earwax removal products are stronger than diluted peroxide and they usually contain a substance called urea that acts as an emollient and protects the ear canal from damage caused by peroxide. If you don't get good results with the diluted peroxide, this product may work better. If you still have trouble removing the earwax buildup, see your PCP or an ENT.If you have ear pain, drainage and/or redness, never attempt to remove earwax. Infection may be present and will need to be treated with antibiotic drops or pills.
What causes that swooshing sound in your ears?
most likely tinnitus. i have it too. its just a constant buzzing sound. some people hear it in there heads, while others hear it in their middle ear. mine is in my middle ears. Tinnitus can be perceived in one or both ears or in the head. It is usually described as a ringing noise, but in some patients it takes the form of a high pitched whining, buzzing, hissing, humming, or whistling sound, or as ticking, clicking, roaring, "crickets" or "locusts", tunes, songs, or beeping. It has also been described as a "whooshing" sound, as of wind or waves. Tinnitus is not itself a disease but a symptom resulting from a range of underlying causes, including ear infections, foreign objects or wax in the ear, and/or injury from loud noises. Tinnitus is also a side-effect of some oral medications, such as aspirin, and may also result from an abnormally low level of serotonin activity. if you are having a problem with it, talk to your doctor. he/she can suggest things to you to help with the noise. and to help you "cope" with it also. The sound perceived may range from a quiet background noise to one that can be heard even over loud external sounds. The term "tinnitus" usually refers to more severe cases. Heller and Bergman in 1953 conducted a study of 80 tinnitus-free university students placed in a soundproofed room found that 93% reported hearing a buzzing, pulsing or whistling sound. Cohort studies have demonstrated that damage to hearing (among other health effects) from unnatural levels of noise exposure is very widespread in industrialized countries. God Bless <
Can cleaning your ears make you feel ill?
I can only theorize here, since I'm not 100% sure, but here it goes:The skin in the ear canal is very delicate and sensitive that even a cotton swab is like sandpaper to it. So when you're rubbing that cotton swab in there, the skin got irritated and probably inflamed. You're right in that there is a tube that connects the ear with the throat (technically nose), and that's the Eustachian tube. Since all of these structures are connected, with enough inflammation of the ear canal, you can also have inflammation in the Eustachian tube, sinuses, and everything else downstream. Your immune system went on high-alert for a possible invasion and infection (or maybe you actually did have a brief infection) after disrupting the delicate ear canal. Once you stopped the ear trauma, your body calmed down and that's why you felt better the next day. The theory of bacteria actually traveling from your ear to your throat is not likely since your eardrum is in the way. However, you could have introduced bacteria in the ear canal and that started the chain of events of feeling ill, once again going back to how everything is connected. You could also have had the beginnings of an otitis externa (infection of the ear canal), which could explain the swollen lymph node. Consider this a warning sign your body is trying to give you. If I were you, I'd stop putting cotton buds in my ear canals. Someone has already asked about cleaning ears here: If you aren't supposed to stick a Q-Tip into your ear canal, how can one be expected to keep their ears clean?Also, a bit about why cotton buds are bad for your ears: Are Q-tips bad for your ears? Do they affect one’s hearing?(By the way, semantics, but technically, the ear canal is still the "outer ear." The "inner ear" is the swirly stuff in that first image: cochlea, semilunar canals, etc. and right next to your brain. The eardrum, malleus, incus, and stapes consist of the "middle ear.")
What causes dizziness while chewing?
My best friend says she gets a little dizzy and disoriented when she chews solids (ie, raw carrots) and all together, has less clarity now than two years ago. Could it be an equilibrium problem (which her mother suggested)?