Question 1

dizziness lightheadedness faintness pulsating head pressure ringing ears for 5 months. symptoms come n go no triggers. ct scan w out contrast clear.

Accepted Answer

Wrong test: For these symptoms you need a neurologist evaluation, and likely an MRI will be ordered.  A ct of the brain, even with contrast, is not adequate.  Start with the neurologist.

Question 2

tested negative for covid. how to treat this at home: slight sore throat up beneath the nose, some draining into the throat, ringing ears, some hotness no fever and head pressure. seems to be something viral whole house caught it?

Accepted Answer

: Everyone in the household should test for COVID; it would be a mistake to rely on only one result. If all negative, probably you're sharing a common cold. There's nothing unusual about that. As for all colds, there is no treatment that speeds recovery, you just have to pass through it. Over-the-counter treatments like acetaminophen and decongestants can lessen symptoms.

Question 3

can allergies cause constant head pressure and tinnitus?

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Yes: The accurate evaluation of this problem will require a physical examination by a healthcare provider. Allergy testing can be done by either skin testing or blood testing (rast).

Question 4

hi, i have severe head pressure only when i lie down, goes away when upright, wakes me, stiff painful neck, pulsatile tinnitus,  speech disturbances ?

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See your doctor: Is this new?  Do you have any other systemic signs, like a fever, body pain etc.? It sounds like you have a more complex situation ongoing, which needs evaluation.  See your local doctor for an assessment, especially if this is a new set of symptoms.

Question 5

im having some side effects from my medication. ive been taking ciprofloxacin, omeprazole, and bentyl for an ulcer for 7 days.  i have head pressure, vision disturbance and tinnitus. my joints and neck are stiff. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: Are you taking ciprofloxacin to treat h pylori or another condition?  Full doses of bentyl  may cause some visual symptoms &amp; headache.  I'm not sure that your neck &amp; joint stiffness are side effects. You could ask your prescribing MD for advice regarding your symptoms &amp; changing your medications. Your pharmacist can also advise you about your medications' side effects.

Question 6

can you have intracranial hypertension with an opening pressure of 18? severe headaches & head pressure, pulsatile tinnitus, dizziness. head/eyes/face pulsate in sync with my heartbeat. no optic swell

Accepted Answer

Yes ;ClassicMigraine: 18 mmhg is a bit high for an initial opening pressure; nl typically considered in the 7-15 range. The symptoms you describe are classic migraine (vascular) headache ; be aware these usually have major buried human/emotional underpinnings, though usually treated by most physicians (ineffectively  ; with complications) as just a body problem.

Question 7

can ear problems cause head pressure feeling daily? get head pressure & a lot of ringing in my ears

Accepted Answer

Yes it can.: Follow up with your pcp and ENT dr for proper and effective treatment of your condition. Take care!        http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ear-infections/ds00303.      http://m.hopkinsmedicine.org/neurology_neurosurgery/specialty_areas/vestibular/conditions/vestibular_migraine.html.

Question 8

ears won't stop ringing what can i do?feels like head pressure. dizzy. had mri about a year ago for spasms was clear. sinus feels clear.

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Early treatment possibly with steroids may help keep this from becoming a long-term problem. If you're if you might have an acute in your ear inflammation either infectious or from another inflammatory cause .

Question 9

ringing in ears, mild headach, forgetfulness, mild head pressure for two years.. i jerk my neck 100x daily [motor tic]. is this cancer? i'm a hypocon

Accepted Answer

Treatment team: Please see your doctor to identify/rule out any medical conditions and TRUST him/her.  Then see a mental health professional to treat your health fears.  Pleasure consider using medication if offered but not alone.  You need therapy from someone who specializes in anxiety disorders.  Clinical hypnosis may be helpful.  See www.ashch.net for referrals.  Peace and good health.

Question 10

head pressure building, dizzy going to sleep like feeling, ears ringing more and more, dream like vision, speech becoming twisted and difficult.

Accepted Answer

Multiple symptoms: We cannot help you if you give us absolutely no useful information about yourself. We don't even know how old you are and what your medical history is or what medications you are on. You may be intoxicated, having an anxiety attack or a stroke in which case you should seek medical attention immediately.

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Dizziness lightheadedness faintness pulsating head pressure ringing ears for 5 months. symptoms come n go no triggers. ct scan w out contrast clear.

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Tested negative for covid. how to treat this at home: slight sore throat up beneath the nose, some draining into the throat, ringing ears, some hotness no fever and head pressure. seems to be something viral whole house caught it?

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Can allergies cause constant head pressure and tinnitus?

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Hi, i have severe head pressure only when i lie down, goes away when upright, wakes me, stiff painful neck, pulsatile tinnitus, speech disturbances ?

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Im having some side effects from my medication. ive been taking ciprofloxacin, omeprazole, and bentyl for an ulcer for 7 days. i have head pressure, vision disturbance and tinnitus. my joints and neck are stiff. should i be concerned?

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Can you have intracranial hypertension with an opening pressure of 18? severe headaches & head pressure, pulsatile tinnitus, dizziness. head/eyes/face pulsate in sync with my heartbeat. no optic swell

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Can ear problems cause head pressure feeling daily? get head pressure & a lot of ringing in my ears

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Ears won't stop ringing what can i do?feels like head pressure. dizzy. had mri about a year ago for spasms was clear. sinus feels clear.

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Ringing in ears, mild headach, forgetfulness, mild head pressure for two years.. i jerk my neck 100x daily [motor tic]. is this cancer? i'm a hypocon

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Head pressure building, dizzy going to sleep like feeling, ears ringing more and more, dream like vision, speech becoming twisted and difficult.

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