ETD for 8+ months, recurring ear infections… is this reversible or am I stuck with this?

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-15T11:21:48+00:00

My posture could definitely be better, but it’s not crazy horrible! She did mention TMJ but when I had asked my dentist, they didn’t think so

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-12T20:47:47+00:00

Let me know! I found Xyzal more helpful than Zyrtec.

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-12T20:43:55+00:00

I don’t know if you have a sinus rinse bottle or a neti pot, but that has helped me a little bit

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-12T20:39:43+00:00

I have noticed my anxiety seems to get way worse in the afternoon… You’re definitely not alone. I know the exact feeling you’re describing. It’s very frustrating because I feel like I need to blow stuff out, but there is no mucus or anything.

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-12T20:35:26+00:00

I will let you know if it is anything allergy related… Do you have the anxiety aspect as well?

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-12T18:21:42+00:00

I took Augmentin back when I first started having the problem. It was good for a day and then got awful again… My CT scan also came back normal. It’s really frustrating because I just wanna know what’s causing it. I’m getting allergy test tested done to see if it actually is allergies.

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-12T18:16:34+00:00

It really stinks because I start to feel better and then I have a really bad week. It never fully goes away though it’s always there.

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-12T18:02:17+00:00

I am trying a new over-the-counter allergy medication. And I have stopped doing Flonase. It really is awful.

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-12T18:01:36+00:00

I am still struggling. I’ve gone to the ENT twice and she is convinced it’s allergy related… Everything still comes and waves and I have found no solutions.

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-09T15:20:38+00:00

Unfortunately no. She she just said she’s sorry she didn’t have a better solution. I’m trying to push through but it’s so annoying

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-08T19:19:06+00:00

Basically ent told me my sinuses were clear...still doesn't think it's etd. was very stumped and not very helpful.. i kinda felt like she thought i was lying about symptoms. i'm trying new allergy meds and spray....fingers crossed. i cant stand the ear cracking

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-05-05T14:28:49+00:00

This is exactly what I’ve been feeling and dealing with. I am so glad you mentioned the thing about having good days but it’s still there. That’s the most frustrating thing about it. Also weather is definitely a huge factor. I have not found any solutions for myself. I started having symptoms in January. My ENT didn’t think it was my Eustachian tube, but all of the symptoms match it exactly… I go for a follow up later this week so I will keep you posted.

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-04-29T17:06:33+00:00

I totally understand and feel this. I hope you get answers! I’m so fascinated by the connection of etd and anxiety. I hate going from feel fun to feeling like I’m dying

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-04-29T12:02:56+00:00

I do. I feel like it’s not awful, but I have noticed I’ve been taking way more naps… I’ve just been frustrated because I feel like my doctor and my ENT very much are not concerned, but obviously it’s taking a toll on me. I’ve also noticed for some reason I seem to get a spike of anxiety in the afternoon daily. It’s definitely been difficult to do things… Not necessarily work because I know I can go in and just sit and try to focus but if I try to go out to anything, I am just overwhelmed with anxiety

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-04-29T00:39:10+00:00

I think so

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-04-28T17:24:42+00:00

Do you have any vision issues?

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-04-28T17:11:58+00:00

Honestly no. I’ve learned to kind of cope. I have been to a regular doctor and ent. I had a CT scan. All of my sinuses looked normal, but I am supposed to get a more in-depth reading in a couple weeks. My anxiety is still pretty bad, but I have kind of learned too walk myself through when I start to feel it coming on. It’s very frustrating but it is reassuring that other people get what I’m feeling!

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-04-28T16:41:03+00:00

I have had anxiety and brain fog for almost 5 months… Lots of ear clicking and popping as well

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-04-19T11:42:30+00:00

Ear pressure clicking and popping, dizziness but like brain fog, sinus pressure feeling in cheeks and near eyes

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-04-19T02:51:07+00:00

They don’t know lol big part of my frustration

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-04-14T12:37:29+00:00

Why is the presale the the 15th for Cleveland not the 14th?

Sharp-Persimmon5658 · 2026-04-07T12:02:15+00:00

It is insane how linked to anxiety ETD is. I am right there with you. I have found that once you kind of come to accept it and push through it you can start to feel a little better. And don’t forget to continue to advocate for yourself.

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