Comments on: Ears/Sinus/Head Clogging Issue…

By: Juana

Juana — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 02:47:19 +0000

Recently I increased my workouts by duration and intensity. Although
I have worked out most of my life, only now is when I experienced
what most here are talking about. My left ear feels clogged and when
I moved my head from side to side I could hear a clanking noise, as if a piece of bone is loose right on the top part of outer ear. It is a very
strange feeling and very uncomfortable. I actually just noticed about
a week ago. I have not seen a Doctor yet but plan to very soon if it
doesn’t get better. I was also searching for causes of my symptoms
when I saw this page. I am planning to make a copy of it to show my
Doctor. Thank you all and Good Luck!

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:43:29 +0000

I have been doing thsi regular after playing basketball or running track the last couple of years.I am in my 30s. Has anyone got any medical advice on this yet >?

By: Eileen

Eileen — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:58:22 +0000

I have had the same problem with feeling like my ears are clogged up from exercise since I was a runner in high school – about 16 years now. When I am in better shape, it is less likely to happen, but can still occur with an intense work out. I try to be sure I’m hydrated and have eaten enough calories because I think lack of either contributes. I also notice it particularly on weekends when I’m likely to have a late brunch – more evidence that waiting too long between meals, dehydration, or possibly a drop in blood sugar are the culprits. It’s hard to combat once it happens and is very annoying. Sorry to hear so many people suffer from it, but relieved I am not the only one.

By: Jeff

Jeff — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:48:15 +0000

I have had this problem since jr high that I can remember. I remember trying out for a semi-pro football team and the coach was talking to me and I remember just shaking my head acting like I understood. I cant believe know one has this problem that has the answer for it.

By: Lauren

Lauren — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 19:31:11 +0000

I thought I was the only person this happened to. It doesn’t t. No answers here but I’m glad I’m not alone!

By: Pearl Williams

Pearl Williams — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 05:26:20 +0000

I have this drumming in my ears only when i’m reading. The doctor said my glasses might need upgrading so i went ahead and did that but that hasn’t changed, I’ve just gone back to college and so i’m doing a lot of reading and cannot concentrate. has any one gone any ideas of what might be causing this..

By: Eric

Eric — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 23:32:38 +0000

i stumbled upon this blog trying to solve the same annoying problem, i’m glad i’m not the only one with this problem but still it’d be nice to have a solution

By: devin

devin — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 23:01:24 +0000

Wow i was thinking it was just be because of ear wax or something so i have just ignored it for a few years but it keeps comming back year after year and it is really bothersome… i play soccer so like every time i run this happens…

By: Amy

Amy — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:27:56 +0000

I have this problem too. Especially after I run or do strenuous exercise. It’s comforting to know that I’m not the only one that experiences this. Please let me know asap if you find out the cause for this, or how to stop it!! Thanks

By: Mel

Mel — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 02:39:15 +0000

I have been told this has to do with exceeding your target heart rate and by doing so, your heart starts to shut down blood flow to various parts of non-vital areas. I have heard marathon runners sometimes get it so bad they have to have parts of their colon removed due to the blood flow being shut down for too long. My husband has been having this while doing high exertion activities and we have been looking into it. He has a heart condition, so this is probably his problem. However with most people, the remedy is to buy a heart monitor and slowly work on getting your target heart rate higher to be able to withstand vigorous activity.