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Yes, actually I had a humming in my ears last week that coincided with the solar flares that impacted the Earth that caused the spectacular Aurora Borealis. My humming was low pitched that started on one side and and gradually worked it's way to the other side of my head. It only lasted for 10 seconds. They only happened a few times an hour. It also caused headaches.
I called my neurologist to see if it was neurological or a general medicine issue. The nurse said the doctor wanted to see me. This was before I read of these symptoms. Since these solar flares are over for now, I haven't had these headaches or the humming in my ears.
The neurologist wanted me to get a brain MRI and to see a ENT doctor. He sent a referral to the ENT but I canceled the appointment. I don't think a brain MRI is necessary.
@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member,
May I make a suggestion?
When I started looking for another PCP, I told him on my first visit with him, “This is your interview with me. What you say today will determine whether or not if you will be my Doctor and I will be your patient.” He was surprised to hear that. I said this because I was tired of being ignored by other Doctors.
Though he was surprised, he asked me to sit down and then asked what my medical history was. He actually listened to what I had to say. I also discussed with him my concerns from the other doctors who would not listen or answer my questions.
From that day forward, he has answered every question I’ve ever asked if he had an answer. He is also mentioned to me that if he does not have an answer, he will look into it. He did not read my medical history until after I discussed things with him. I told him about my hypersensitivity to medication and all the other issues I’ve had. I even shared with him my family’s medical history. He then looked at my chart and seen many things. He began to ask me questions and I would answer accordingly. My PCP and I have an understanding. My first visit with him was 45 minutes. He is still my PCP today. For this, I’m thankful.
My suggestion is this: let the next doctor UC know that this is their interview. That you were looking for a doctor that will listen, explain things in terms that you can understand, and answer your questions no matter what it is. If they’re not willing to do that, find another doctor
@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member,
Here is a suggestion for you; ask your neurologist and your PCP about it. The reason why I mentioned both because sometimes your primary care physician may just ignore it. Neurologist have a more common understanding of it, supposedly. Your PCP may recommend a ENT. Doctor to rule out any other possibilities, such as earwax or sinus congestion..
@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member,
I have had tinnitus (ringing in the ears) off and on all my life. It only became 24/7 in 2019, around the time I had vertigo just before I was diagnosed with seizures. I’ve had Tinnitus ever since. Only recently have the Doctors even considered it important. I noticed about 3 months ago that I have been turning the TV up louder and louder just to hear my favorite YouTube channels. I mentioned it to my PCP and he became concerned. He sent me to an audiologist. (Hearing specialist).
It turns out that I have lost some hearing in both ears. More in my right than in my left. The left ear is mild hearing loss as to where my right ear is mild to moderate hearing loss. The tinnitus is 24 seven even when I sleep. The audiologist that I see recommended white noise or pink noise. Not familiar with the pink noise. Anyway, it has to do with static sounds. Some people would rather listen to classical music which like Mozart, Beethoven, etc..
The audiologist told me that tinnitus is a neurological issue, but only if other symptoms are ruled out. If you have wax buildup in your ears or have major sinus congestion that can cause tinnitus and increase it as well if you have it already. I hope this information is helpful. Being the curious person that I am, I wonder if it is a vitamin deficiency..
It's constant but not overbearing so I just ignore it. It was very dealing loud while dealing w/ drugs the last 6 weeks. Stability focus as well until I picked up new script from original Rx. Ringing went back to normal levels.
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