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Omaha, NE

Does anyone have sudden, brief lived stabbing inner ear pains that come and go and are sometimes accomapamied by similar head pains? I am wondering what they could be.

January 21, 2019
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Members connected over the frustrating experience of sudden, sharp stabbing ear pains that come and go quickly, with many sharing that they've... Read more

Members connected over the frustrating experience of sudden, sharp stabbing ear pains that come and go quickly, with many sharing that they've experienced similar symptoms for months or years without a clear diagnosis despite visits to ENT specialists. Several members offered potential explanations and coping strategies, including TMJ disorder from jaw clenching (which can cause pain radiating from the jaw to the ear and head), inner ear infections, sinus issues, fibromyalgia-related pain, and hyperacusis (a hearing sensitivity condition). A recurring theme was the relief many find in taking Advil when the pain becomes unbearable, along with frustration at conflicting medical opinions and the challenge of pinpointing the exact cause of these mysterious, brief but intense pains.

A MyFibroTeam Member

It is hard for me to tell over the train whistle lol.
But do get ear pain and the head pain is 24/7, just degrees and location change.

January 24, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes, about 3times a month. It’s maddening. The pains are very sudden and sharp and lasts until I take 2 Advil when the pain gets impossible . The Advil really works for me but I don’t take it often

January 22, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

May come for. Your jaws, we tend to hold our jaws rigid, at least I do , especially in the ear, because I'm tense from dealing with everything hurting.

January 22, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have that a lot but never figured out what causes it.

January 21, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member It could be an inner ear infection or it could be something to do with your TMJ. I have TMJD and when my jaw is out of whack, I get shooting pains from my jaw to my ear and up to the side of my head. It is painful and comes and goes depending if you are chewing hard /chewy foods or if you are clenching your jaw if you are frustrated or uptight etc. IF it is your problem, there are some little exercises to help. Also, I have an appliance that I wear at night.
Good luck Kelly! I hope you can find out what is giving you grief! 👍❤🤗❤

January 21, 2019

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