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Have you been experiencing difficulty equalizing pressure in your ears that seems unrelated to barometric weather changes?

This is something other MyMSTeam members have noticed too. MS can affect the nervous system in ways that create unusual pressure sensations in the head and ears. Since MS impacts how nerves send and Show Full Answer

Have you been experiencing difficulty equalizing pressure in your ears that seems unrelated to barometric weather changes?

This is something other MyMSTeam members have noticed too. MS can affect the nervous system in ways that create unusual pressure sensations in the head and ears. Since MS impacts how nerves send and receive signals, it can sometimes cause sensations that feel like pressure or fullness in unexpected places. Some things worth considering:

- MS-related nerve changes can cause unusual sensations, including pressure feelings in the head and ears
- Sporadic symptoms are very common with MS, as symptom severity tends to come and go
- Relapses or flares can sometimes bring on new or unfamiliar sensations

It's really worth bringing this up with your neurologist, especially since it's a new symptom for you. They can help determine whether it's MS-related and suggest ways to manage it.

Living in the mountains adds an interesting layer since elevation changes can also play a role — another good reason to loop in your care team!

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