Question 1

can a sinus infection cause motion sickness?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: The presence of any infection can affect your sense of balance and lead to dizziness/imbalance.

Question 2

ear infection in mar with vertigo. symptoms progressed to mri that showed lg mucous retention cyst in sphenoid sinus. daily headaches/pressure, motion sickness, nausea, neck pain, ear pain/presssure. could this be cause?

Accepted Answer

: Best to see ENT.

Question 3

i have a constant reoccuring ear infection that causes frequent ringing. leading to dizziness and motion sickness. what home remedies are there?

Accepted Answer

Ear infections: This is a serious problem that you should be working with an ENT specialist.  Chronic infections can be quite serious, and home remedies are not powerful enough to cure most infections.

Question 4

could a severe case of shingles affecting the upper spine or a middle ear infection trigger chronic vestibular migraine? history of moderate motion sickness, but never had persistent dizziness before chronic vm (30 y/o) and wonder if these caused it?

Accepted Answer

: It is possible. Best to get chacked by ENT for real cause

Question 5

can untreated ear infection/tooth abcess/sinus infection/gum disease cause lymph nodes in left supraclavicular? any possibility?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, the bacteria are activating your immune system and the lymph nodes swell when they increase production of white blood cells to fight the infection.  Please get the infection taken care of.

Question 6

sinus infection for a few weeks now, developed bad night cough and some ear pain is this all normal part of sickness/ healing?

Accepted Answer

Sinus infection: No your symptoms are not part of the healing process. See your doctor to rule an infection in your chest or ears.

Question 7

does a sinus infection cause shortness of breath and what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Sx's: With an upper respiratory infection - more than one area can be affected. I would seek prompt medical attention if you are having trouble breathing. Take care.

Question 8

can a sinus infection cause pain/burning on the top back of your head because? i had a bad sinus cold that started last tuesday. monday i went on meds

Accepted Answer

Let your dr know: Referred pain patterns from the sinuses can go to different parts of the head / scalp. It's best to contact your doctor and let them know what you're experiencing. They may need to give you something that will help you feel better, plus document your symptoms. Hope you feel better soon!

Question 9

can a sinus infection cause blood in mucus?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely.: This is not an uncommon finding. If your symptoms persist you should be evaluated as you may need antibiotic treatment as well as decongestants and antihistamines.

Question 10

could a sinus infection cause balance problems?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A condition called vertigo can follow a viral illness and cause transient balance problems/ dizziness that resolves over time.

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Ear infection in mar with vertigo. symptoms progressed to mri that showed lg mucous retention cyst in sphenoid sinus. daily headaches/pressure, motion sickness, nausea, neck pain, ear pain/presssure. could this be cause?

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I have a constant reoccuring ear infection that causes frequent ringing. leading to dizziness and motion sickness. what home remedies are there?

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Could a severe case of shingles affecting the upper spine or a middle ear infection trigger chronic vestibular migraine? history of moderate motion sickness, but never had persistent dizziness before chronic vm (30 y/o) and wonder if these caused it?

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Can untreated ear infection/tooth abcess/sinus infection/gum disease cause lymph nodes in left supraclavicular? any possibility?

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Sinus infection for a few weeks now, developed bad night cough and some ear pain is this all normal part of sickness/ healing?

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Does a sinus infection cause shortness of breath and what should i do?

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Can a sinus infection cause pain/burning on the top back of your head because? i had a bad sinus cold that started last tuesday. monday i went on meds

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Can a sinus infection cause blood in mucus?

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Could a sinus infection cause balance problems?

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