ear swelling - Allergies Message Board

spoonse · 02-05-2009, 01:18 PM

Hi there i have a possible mould spore allergy although i'm not sure and am awaiting a test which is next week ,but for two years or so now i've been getting a swelling sensation in which feels like my eustachian tubes .

It started when i built a shed in my garden which was designed as a games room but after it was built i noticed a green powdery type mould on the walls and carpet and ever since then i have this ear trouble which is worse when i listen to music.

I wanted to ask if anyone has heard of this before and once the spores settle in your ears/tubes etc could it be an on going problem as i have had ears tested and they are fine but the problem is still there any ideas anybody?

Thanks Lloyd

danabarb · 02-07-2009, 11:31 PM

the swelling sensation is most likely an allergic reaction to the mold. Mold can raise outright Hell with people and an allergic reaction to it, can definitely effect your ears. Try acupuncture. It has done wonders for me and I am DEADLY allergic to mold. Good luck.

spoonse · 02-08-2009, 12:13 PM

thanks Danabarb,
i'm going for a skin test next week and once i know that the mould IS the cause then i can think about acuppuncture i'll try anything,have been looking at a device that apparently incinerates the airbourne spores so might look into that too,
cheers Lloyd

danabarb · 02-08-2009, 05:57 PM

Lloyd,

I forgot to tell you that if you go to an acupuncturist, he or she may try to sell you all sorts of herbs; believe me, you will not need them. Am glad I could be of some help and if you have any questions, feel free to ask. Good luck.

spoonse · 02-09-2009, 12:54 PM

Danabarb,
thanks for that info,i'll be on my guard.Can i ask you ,did you go for a few treatments of acupuncture or was it just the once?
And how has it benefited you,are you still allergic to mould or as it eased all your symptoms and made it all a bit more beareable for yourself?

regards
Lloyd