Headaches
Headaches are a very common problem amongst people of all ages. Head pain has myriad causes, but many people don’t realize that vestibular dysfunction is one of them.
Despite the fact that you may not consider headaches’ relationship with your ear health, the auditory system can be a major player in certain types of headaches, including migraines.
How can Indiana Ear help me with headaches?
In order to assess your concerns, the Indiana Ear team may perform a combination of hearing and vestibular testing. This allows us to examine how your entire auditory system is working in order to determine whether your headaches may have a vestibular cause.
Your doctor may also recommend an MRI or CT scan to gather more details. In some cases, otitis, or ear infections, can cause headaches in patients.
If an ear infection is present, we will determine the best course of treatment depending on the type and severity of the infection.
Indicators and Symptoms of Headaches caused by ear and hearing issues.
You may not think of Indiana Ear when you’re considering seeking treatment for ongoing or severe headache symptoms. However, there are many indicators that you should consider when you’re concerned about head pain.
Migraines are a common indicator of a vestibular disorder, and a neurotologist like Dr. Disher has the expertise to assess whether your headaches may be linked to your ear health.
Headaches accompanied by other symptoms including dizziness, vertigo, earache, facial muscle weakness, facial pain, tinnitus, and hearing loss may also be linked to your auditory system and should be diagnosed by an experienced ear-care professional. Several rare but serious conditions can cause certain combinations of these symptoms, and early diagnosis is key to continued health.
