Ears popping

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Any of your TS kids have Tinnitus (ear popping/ringing) too? My son has been complaining that he has that feeling (as if he is in the flight) and that he has to pop his ears out to feel better. He says that he has this problem more pronounced when we are travelling at higher altitudes and otherwise too he has it almost all the time but not so severe. Is this a part of TS, is it a tic or is it a separate problem?

Any natural tips/supplements to address this issue?

Eagerly waiting for your replies on this.

 

thanks

[Sheila]

No doubt others will have helpful ideas for this, but allergy or sensitivities to environmental factors can be related to ear popping. See http://www.dustmites.co.nz/ch/faq.html as just one explanation. There's an excerpt below. Both sections mention ear popping. Do any of these ideas make sense in your son's case? Sheila

 

What is allergic rhinitus?

Allergic rhinitus, commonly known as hay fever, refers to a clinical condition where people have constant upper respiratory symptoms consisting of all or some of the following symptoms: nasal congestion (stuffiness), post-nasal drip, sneezing, runny nose, itching of the eyes, ears, nose, throat, headaches or sinus pressure, ear popping and fatigue. People with allergic rhinitus make specific allergic antibodies (IgE) to allergens that lead to their clinical symptoms. Allergic rhinitus may be seasonal such as during the spring, summer or fall or it may occur year round (perennial). Allergic rhinitus can lead to several complications such as sinusitis, ear infections and asthma.

 

What is non-allergic rhinitus?

Non-allergic rhinitus is a chronic nasal condition characterized by constant nasal congestion and post-nasal drip. These symptoms typically occur year round and may be associated with ear popping, sinus pressure or headaches and sore throats. Non-allergic rhinitus, if not treated with the proper medications can lead to recurrent sinus and ear infections. Common triggers of non-allergic rhinitus include weather changes, barometric/atmospheric pressure changes, temperature changes, postural changes, irritants such as tobacco smoke, chemical solvents and paints, cleaning agents, perfumes, cosmetics and smoke from burning wood.