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kung fu, patterns, pattern, ears, ear
27th of October 2003
Yesterday Sunday I went to one of Dennis kung fu camps in St Albans. It was a beautiful day with a chilled breeze.
We practised a two-man-pattern that I've never even seen before and it was great fun.
Just as it was getting dark I was just about the only one left in the field practising my patterns. (A pattern is a combination of movements you perform on your own to remember and learn your kung fu principles.) After a few runs I notice a strange thing. One of my ears got really hot. My forehead was normal and the other ear was really cold as normal. It was just like when you're about to get a fever except it was only the ear.
Strange but interesting since I've never experienced this. And no, there is no simple geometric explaination for it. It's got to be internal; or?
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P -
11th November 2003
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It's also always only the right ear. How about yours?
It's also always only the right ear. How about yours?
Julie -
31st March 2004
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This is strange for me also, it is my right ear, that even turns very red, this happens at least once a week.
This is strange for me also, it is my right ear, that even turns very red, this happens at least once a week.
Pravin -
6th January 2006
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Hi,
This is Pravin, yesterday one of my colleagues pointed that my left ear has turned red. This really put me off having no such info. that others also have such a thing, but now I feel much better having read about your experience
Hi,
This is Pravin, yesterday one of my colleagues pointed that my left ear has turned red. This really put me off having no such info. that others also have such a thing, but now I feel much better having read about your experience
Harry Nygaard -
10th March 2006
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I've been bothered by "Lots" of allergies most my life...Hint.Hint....but I saw today, that both ears are red, the left more than the right, and Both are hot..I like the date above..my birthday..I think red ears mean your horny, ie the hormones are up...And probably there is a virus irritation.
I don't think it's anything else but a minor virus that loves the heat from allergic reactions to whatever....Yes, I'm concerned...But try finding a doctor who either knows or cares..I think there is also a very minor middle ear irritation..again a virus.
Aside..The body is FULL of viruses..we are carrying a galactic number and species of these little mothers..the essence of the true life form..Viri!!
If anyone KNOWS something, please send to me..Thanks. I don't like "The Red Hot Ear Syndrome."
HN.
I've been bothered by "Lots" of allergies most my life...Hint.Hint....but I saw today, that both ears are red, the left more than the right, and Both are hot..I like the date above..my birthday..I think red ears mean your horny, ie the hormones are up...And probably there is a virus irritation.
I don't think it's anything else but a minor virus that loves the heat from allergic reactions to whatever....Yes, I'm concerned...But try finding a doctor who either knows or cares..I think there is also a very minor middle ear irritation..again a virus.
Aside..The body is FULL of viruses..we are carrying a galactic number and species of these little mothers..the essence of the true life form..Viri!!
If anyone KNOWS something, please send to me..Thanks. I don't like "The Red Hot Ear Syndrome."
HN.
angie -
21st May 2005
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I have experienced the same condition ever since I can remember, am 32 now
and had it happen today twice, which
was really weird, I always blew it off
and believed the old wives tale, that
someone is talking about me. Without
trying to sound nutty, I wonder
if it is a special gift or something,
because it doesn't itch, or anything,
all of a sudden it is just extremely hot. Kind of like if you happen to touch a hot pepper and not wash your
hands immediately. At least that is
the best way I can describe it. Oh,
and it happened around 1:00 p.m. and
I was at work, both times I was upset
at a situation that occurred.
I have experienced the same condition ever since I can remember, am 32 now
and had it happen today twice, which
was really weird, I always blew it off
and believed the old wives tale, that
someone is talking about me. Without
trying to sound nutty, I wonder
if it is a special gift or something,
because it doesn't itch, or anything,
all of a sudden it is just extremely hot. Kind of like if you happen to touch a hot pepper and not wash your
hands immediately. At least that is
the best way I can describe it. Oh,
and it happened around 1:00 p.m. and
I was at work, both times I was upset
at a situation that occurred.
Cindy -
15th December 2005
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I just noticed that my left ear gets red and hot. I noticed it right now at time that I am a bit upset. I know it has happened before, I thought it was an allergic reaction to an earring or something. I do believe it is related to being upset, possible hbp which I will check with my doctor. Or someone is just doing me wrong and I have six sense!
I just noticed that my left ear gets red and hot. I noticed it right now at time that I am a bit upset. I know it has happened before, I thought it was an allergic reaction to an earring or something. I do believe it is related to being upset, possible hbp which I will check with my doctor. Or someone is just doing me wrong and I have six sense!
Soyer -
24th August 2006
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I have also considered if it may be a heightened sense of sorts.
I have also considered if it may be a heightened sense of sorts.
Anonymous -
24th October 2006
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My son Alex - who is 6 and mildly autistic suffers from red ears as well. Without a doubt, it stems from a food allergy. 2 hours after injesting foods with high phenolic contents, his ear or ears turn bright red and are hot. After an hour or so it passes.
My son Alex - who is 6 and mildly autistic suffers from red ears as well. Without a doubt, it stems from a food allergy. 2 hours after injesting foods with high phenolic contents, his ear or ears turn bright red and are hot. After an hour or so it passes.
Mike C. -
19th December 2005
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My ears - yes both - have gotten warm and red before with no real explanation. A couple days ago, they got so hot they were almost painful! And the shade of red was approaching a purple-ish color! This lasted for a little more than an hour and then my ears returned to a normal temperature and color. Wondering if anybody else has experienced similar traits? There is no pattern to how often the "red ear syndrome" strikes me, but it is a few times each month where it's very noticable.
My ears - yes both - have gotten warm and red before with no real explanation. A couple days ago, they got so hot they were almost painful! And the shade of red was approaching a purple-ish color! This lasted for a little more than an hour and then my ears returned to a normal temperature and color. Wondering if anybody else has experienced similar traits? There is no pattern to how often the "red ear syndrome" strikes me, but it is a few times each month where it's very noticable.
Barbara Ford -
6th March 2006
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my left ear got so hot and red that it was hot to the touch. It kept on grtting hotter until i couldn't stand. Once the burning stopped my ear coole down it was much darker than the other one. It appeared to have been burned. My other ear does it also, but not at the same time.
my left ear got so hot and red that it was hot to the touch. It kept on grtting hotter until i couldn't stand. Once the burning stopped my ear coole down it was much darker than the other one. It appeared to have been burned. My other ear does it also, but not at the same time.
carole -
20th March 2006
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i have been getting hot ears only after 7pm for about a year. just wathing tv or cooking dinner. Some say its a hot flash others thyroid..who knows..docs think i am crazy
i have been getting hot ears only after 7pm for about a year. just wathing tv or cooking dinner. Some say its a hot flash others thyroid..who knows..docs think i am crazy
Heather -
23rd April 2007
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My ears do this too but it seems to last much longer for me this is the only difference. If someone touches my skin when its like this they say it feels like im burning up and thats how I feel, like my blood is boiling. I have it everyday and it seems to be constantly now.
My ears do this too but it seems to last much longer for me this is the only difference. If someone touches my skin when its like this they say it feels like im burning up and thats how I feel, like my blood is boiling. I have it everyday and it seems to be constantly now.
Peter -
11th November 2003
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Yes, for me it was the right ear too.
Are you a student of Fujian White Crane mr. P?
Yes, for me it was the right ear too.
Are you a student of Fujian White Crane mr. P?
Don -
4th December 2003
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I ALSO GET ONE HOT EAR AND I'VE NOTICED A CORRELATION WITH LACK OF SLEEP. SOMETIMES MY LEFT AND SOMETIMES MY RIGHT EAR.
I ALSO GET ONE HOT EAR AND I'VE NOTICED A CORRELATION WITH LACK OF SLEEP. SOMETIMES MY LEFT AND SOMETIMES MY RIGHT EAR.
Marty -
17th January 2006
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I have had this ear problem(?)for a few years now, and my son age 11 also experiences it occasionally; a redness and hotness to it that's somewhat uncomfortable; usually one at a time. And I try to link it with lake of sleep or tiredness. Is it a symptom of high blood pressure? Help needed.
I have had this ear problem(?)for a few years now, and my son age 11 also experiences it occasionally; a redness and hotness to it that's somewhat uncomfortable; usually one at a time. And I try to link it with lake of sleep or tiredness. Is it a symptom of high blood pressure? Help needed.
D -
26th May 2006
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i think you may be right with the lack of sleep and possible syptom of high blood pressure.im wondering the same thing.especially the high blood pressure.every time i get upset both my ears get really red,hot and just burn!its really scary.anyways if you find anything out let me know please ill do the same thanx!!!!!!1
i think you may be right with the lack of sleep and possible syptom of high blood pressure.im wondering the same thing.especially the high blood pressure.every time i get upset both my ears get really red,hot and just burn!its really scary.anyways if you find anything out let me know please ill do the same thanx!!!!!!1
coolcat Deb -
2nd September 2006
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hi mine are bright red & burning right now, the right more so...happens almost every day, most times the eveings. I do have high blood pressure, I just checked mine and it was perfect 120/74...I also get the headaches, but I dont have one today. I do however have a moderate sized bulging disc at C4-5 in my neck...maybe we all should compare meds? just a thought? Deb
hi mine are bright red & burning right now, the right more so...happens almost every day, most times the eveings. I do have high blood pressure, I just checked mine and it was perfect 120/74...I also get the headaches, but I dont have one today. I do however have a moderate sized bulging disc at C4-5 in my neck...maybe we all should compare meds? just a thought? Deb
Anonymous -
24th October 2006
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My son Alex - who is 6 and mildly autistic suffers from red ears as well. The majority of his issues pertaining to the autism are food related. Without a doubt, it stems from a food allergy. 2 hours after injesting foods with high phenolic contents, his ear or ears turn bright red and are hot. After an hour or so it passes.
Try the IgG 96 panel food allery testing done by Great Plains Laboratories cost - $200. If you have Horizon blue cross, they should cover it. Good luck!
My son Alex - who is 6 and mildly autistic suffers from red ears as well. The majority of his issues pertaining to the autism are food related. Without a doubt, it stems from a food allergy. 2 hours after injesting foods with high phenolic contents, his ear or ears turn bright red and are hot. After an hour or so it passes.
Try the IgG 96 panel food allery testing done by Great Plains Laboratories cost - $200. If you have Horizon blue cross, they should cover it. Good luck!
wrestling milf -
18th December 2006
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I've just been sitting around not getting anything done. I've just been letting everything wash over me these days. My life's been basically unremarkable lately. Pretty much nothing seems important, but so it goes. I've pretty much been doing nothing to speak of.
Hallo! Es hat sich doch gezeigt, dass die 301 Umleitung einer minus-31 Domain nichts bringt weil die Seite auf die umgeleitet wird auch auf Platz 31 landet. Wenn nun jemand seine -31 Domain auf meine Domain umleiten wurde um mich als Konkurrenten zu argern, gabe es fur mich keine Moglichkeit diese Manipulation herauszufinden. Ich wurde ratseln was ich falsch gemacht hatte und dabei ist es nur ein Trick der Konkurrenz. Edit: Ich habe die Frage vergessen! Gibt es doch eine Moglichkeit herauszufinden ob jemand seine Domain auf meine umgeleitet hat?
I've just been letting everything wash over me. I've pretty much been doing nothing. I've just been sitting around not getting anything done.
I've just been sitting around not getting anything done. I've just been letting everything wash over me these days. My life's been basically unremarkable lately. Pretty much nothing seems important, but so it goes. I've pretty much been doing nothing to speak of.
Hallo! Es hat sich doch gezeigt, dass die 301 Umleitung einer minus-31 Domain nichts bringt weil die Seite auf die umgeleitet wird auch auf Platz 31 landet. Wenn nun jemand seine -31 Domain auf meine Domain umleiten wurde um mich als Konkurrenten zu argern, gabe es fur mich keine Moglichkeit diese Manipulation herauszufinden. Ich wurde ratseln was ich falsch gemacht hatte und dabei ist es nur ein Trick der Konkurrenz. Edit: Ich habe die Frage vergessen! Gibt es doch eine Moglichkeit herauszufinden ob jemand seine Domain auf meine umgeleitet hat?
I've just been letting everything wash over me. I've pretty much been doing nothing. I've just been sitting around not getting anything done.
Anonymous -
20th January 2007
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an you are still getting nothing done...in fact you are so good at doing nothing, you dont make sense with your milf self....get off the drugs and go somewhere else with your nonsense....this conversation is for adults....not weirdos who are so bored and idotic, that they type in another language completly off the topic...yes i understood every bit of it.
and jkeihtn hujano baha tilinm to u also.
an you are still getting nothing done...in fact you are so good at doing nothing, you dont make sense with your milf self....get off the drugs and go somewhere else with your nonsense....this conversation is for adults....not weirdos who are so bored and idotic, that they type in another language completly off the topic...yes i understood every bit of it.
and jkeihtn hujano baha tilinm to u also.
Amit -
17th December 2003
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My son of about 8 years age also gets this one ear getting hot frequently . Is it an anomaly. Please do let me know
My son of about 8 years age also gets this one ear getting hot frequently . Is it an anomaly. Please do let me know
chiwhippit -
23rd January 2006
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My son is 9 and for the last week his right ear has gotten red and hot in the evening. What is this?
My son is 9 and for the last week his right ear has gotten red and hot in the evening. What is this?
Lisa -
17th December 2003
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Hi Guys, I am writing to ask if you know of any QiQong classes in St Albans?
Maybe the ear thing is showing an imbalance of your left and right/ yin/yang male/female. It would explain the lack of sleep due to the imbalance.
Hi Guys, I am writing to ask if you know of any QiQong classes in St Albans?
Maybe the ear thing is showing an imbalance of your left and right/ yin/yang male/female. It would explain the lack of sleep due to the imbalance.
Paige -
2nd February 2005
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I get red ear many times, but especially when I'm stressed or in an uncomfortable position. It's embarassing when I'm talking to someone and it starts up, but i know a lot of people that get the same thing so it's no big deal, it's just annoying. Sometimes it just happens though from touching it. Its wierd, and its always my left ear!
I get red ear many times, but especially when I'm stressed or in an uncomfortable position. It's embarassing when I'm talking to someone and it starts up, but i know a lot of people that get the same thing so it's no big deal, it's just annoying. Sometimes it just happens though from touching it. Its wierd, and its always my left ear!
Anonymous -
9th December 2005
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This started happening to me after a motorcycle accident and it also happens when I am anxious or stressed also. Actually, it's happening right now and that's how I found this site. I can't figure out what it is. I know that also now I get earaches and it sounds like the ocean in my ear - the blood rushing, of course. Not glad to hear you all have it but glad to know I'm not alone. Blood not flowing properly maybe - is the ear canal inflamed so it can't flow correctly? How do we fix it?
This started happening to me after a motorcycle accident and it also happens when I am anxious or stressed also. Actually, it's happening right now and that's how I found this site. I can't figure out what it is. I know that also now I get earaches and it sounds like the ocean in my ear - the blood rushing, of course. Not glad to hear you all have it but glad to know I'm not alone. Blood not flowing properly maybe - is the ear canal inflamed so it can't flow correctly? How do we fix it?
Anonymous -
9th December 2005
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Meant to also say it's usually only one ear and it's my left ear.
Meant to also say it's usually only one ear and it's my left ear.
shannon -
18th July 2007
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I am so surprised to find that im not the only person with hot ears!!!! My friends think im nuts because sometimes i have to wet a rag and hold it on my ear for about an hour....im happy to know its not just me...but,what the freak is the reason for this?
I am so surprised to find that im not the only person with hot ears!!!! My friends think im nuts because sometimes i have to wet a rag and hold it on my ear for about an hour....im happy to know its not just me...but,what the freak is the reason for this?
hunetr milf -
18th December 2006
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Nothing notable going on. My life's been generally dull today. So it goes. Not much on my mind to speak of.
I haven't gotten much done recently. I don't care. My life's been basically boring these days. Whatever. More or less nothing exciting going on lately, but pfft.
I haven't been up to much , but I guess it doesn't bother me. Pfft. I just don't have much to say lately, but maybe tomorrow. Basically nothing seems worth doing.
Nothing notable going on. My life's been generally dull today. So it goes. Not much on my mind to speak of.
I haven't gotten much done recently. I don't care. My life's been basically boring these days. Whatever. More or less nothing exciting going on lately, but pfft.
I haven't been up to much , but I guess it doesn't bother me. Pfft. I just don't have much to say lately, but maybe tomorrow. Basically nothing seems worth doing.
twistys -
7th January 2007
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My mind is like a complete blank, but so it goes. Basically nothing seems important, but I guess it doesn't bother me. I've just been letting everything wash over me , but pfft. I haven't been up to anything. Such is life. I can't be bothered with anything.
My mind is like a complete blank, but so it goes. Basically nothing seems important, but I guess it doesn't bother me. I've just been letting everything wash over me , but pfft. I haven't been up to anything. Such is life. I can't be bothered with anything.
Peter -
18th December 2003
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Lisa, I don't know of any in St Albans.
Yeah it must be an imbalance but of what? Or more importantly, why?
If it had anything to with the left part (the estetic) of the brain is working excessivly hard, then why don't you get a hot left ear when you do lots of math?
Lisa, I don't know of any in St Albans.
Yeah it must be an imbalance but of what? Or more importantly, why?
If it had anything to with the left part (the estetic) of the brain is working excessivly hard, then why don't you get a hot left ear when you do lots of math?
Jessica -
14th July 2004
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I do math for a living, accounting and finance type stuff and I get hot left ear all of the time! Especially when I have been working extra hard!
I do math for a living, accounting and finance type stuff and I get hot left ear all of the time! Especially when I have been working extra hard!
Emily -
14th July 2004
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I get hot left ear a lot, especially when I am working (I do math for a living as well). However, I get hot right ear when I am upset about something. Hmmm...interesting, isn't it?
I get hot left ear a lot, especially when I am working (I do math for a living as well). However, I get hot right ear when I am upset about something. Hmmm...interesting, isn't it?
casper -
26th August 2004
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I get it and asked my doctor about it; he says it is a form of migraine.
I get it and asked my doctor about it; he says it is a form of migraine.
Dan -
18th December 2004
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I also have this problem....it's nice to know I'm not the only one...I haven't found anything to fix the problem but as soon as I do, I'll post it....I think it's really important that we all just give tips that have helped them and maybe we'll find something that works for ourselves...I normally get the problem when I've been drinking...it never happens during the day...only after dinner...im going to try sleeping more and see if that helps
I also have this problem....it's nice to know I'm not the only one...I haven't found anything to fix the problem but as soon as I do, I'll post it....I think it's really important that we all just give tips that have helped them and maybe we'll find something that works for ourselves...I normally get the problem when I've been drinking...it never happens during the day...only after dinner...im going to try sleeping more and see if that helps
Anonymous -
19th March 2005
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I have the same left ear problem also and mainly 10-15 mins after dinner sometimes with feelings of tightness in the neck and throbbing in my head weird!
I have the same left ear problem also and mainly 10-15 mins after dinner sometimes with feelings of tightness in the neck and throbbing in my head weird!
Anonymous -
8th February 2006
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You must get medical attention asap. Call a rheumatologist who is aware of Polychondritis Relaps. Your symptoms need immediate attention.
You must get medical attention asap. Call a rheumatologist who is aware of Polychondritis Relaps. Your symptoms need immediate attention.
Anonymous -
24th October 2006
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My son Alex - who is 6 and mildly autistic suffers from red ears as well. Without a doubt, it stems from a food allergy. 2 hours after injesting foods with high phenolic contents, his ear or ears turn bright red and are hot. After an hour or so it passes. You Can confirm testing thru Great Plain Labrotories with their IgG 96 food panel delayed reaction food test (simple blood draw). Cost of test $200.
My son Alex - who is 6 and mildly autistic suffers from red ears as well. Without a doubt, it stems from a food allergy. 2 hours after injesting foods with high phenolic contents, his ear or ears turn bright red and are hot. After an hour or so it passes. You Can confirm testing thru Great Plain Labrotories with their IgG 96 food panel delayed reaction food test (simple blood draw). Cost of test $200.
D -
26th May 2006
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im not sure but it sounds like you should get a second opinion on the whole migraine thing.Just a thought.good luck!
im not sure but it sounds like you should get a second opinion on the whole migraine thing.Just a thought.good luck!
Patrick -
27th October 2004
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Thanks for this info. I hope you're feeling better. For the past few weeks my right ear has been hot. I've also experienced heat/discomfort behind the ear. I have been very stressed and not sleeping well. I was wondering if it was a migraine. It has been difficult to find any real info on these symptoms.
Thanks for this info. I hope you're feeling better. For the past few weeks my right ear has been hot. I've also experienced heat/discomfort behind the ear. I have been very stressed and not sleeping well. I was wondering if it was a migraine. It has been difficult to find any real info on these symptoms.
Anonymous -
5th December 2004
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I am so glad that I'm not the only person with this problem. I have found some discussions on the internet about Red Ear Syndrome which does seem to be connected with migraines (which I get) among other things. It often seems to happen when I'm feeling tired (as do the migraines) and can be either ear but not both at the same time. It's bizarre.
I am so glad that I'm not the only person with this problem. I have found some discussions on the internet about Red Ear Syndrome which does seem to be connected with migraines (which I get) among other things. It often seems to happen when I'm feeling tired (as do the migraines) and can be either ear but not both at the same time. It's bizarre.
Ric -
7th January 2005
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Hey all, i get hot ears to!!!! like sometime it can b right and sometimes it can be left, and i was always told it coz someone is talking bout U!!
And im not a very bright person so i dont use my brain alot.
Hey all, i get hot ears to!!!! like sometime it can b right and sometimes it can be left, and i was always told it coz someone is talking bout U!!
And im not a very bright person so i dont use my brain alot.
Jason -
14th December 2004
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I have episodes where both my ears will become burning hot and bright red. The rest of my body feels normal. I also notice that when this is happening my eyes feel tired and sensitive. I tried the tongue trick and it seemed to actually take most of the burning away. I was shocked that it helped. I have heard only that this is related to an increase in blood pressure in the head. If I only new more.....
I have episodes where both my ears will become burning hot and bright red. The rest of my body feels normal. I also notice that when this is happening my eyes feel tired and sensitive. I tried the tongue trick and it seemed to actually take most of the burning away. I was shocked that it helped. I have heard only that this is related to an increase in blood pressure in the head. If I only new more.....
Ali -
9th January 2006
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i have this problem my right ear is red and hot. can u plz tell me what is tongue trick . i dont know about this. so plz can u tell me how can i use that . a s a p. thank u .Ali
i have this problem my right ear is red and hot. can u plz tell me what is tongue trick . i dont know about this. so plz can u tell me how can i use that . a s a p. thank u .Ali
debra -
14th January 2006
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my son is 14 and complains with hot red ears frequently please let me know about this tongue trick thanks
my son is 14 and complains with hot red ears frequently please let me know about this tongue trick thanks
bob -
6th February 2006
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Could you please tell me the tongue trick. I have rhe same left ear sydrome
Could you please tell me the tongue trick. I have rhe same left ear sydrome
Laura -
23rd November 2004
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I get this on both ears pretty much everyday. Gets worse in the hotter weather. I am getting married soon and I dont want it to happen at my wedding. Any solutions to this embarassing problem???
I get this on both ears pretty much everyday. Gets worse in the hotter weather. I am getting married soon and I dont want it to happen at my wedding. Any solutions to this embarassing problem???
Peter -
23rd November 2004
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Try pressing your tongue up against the roof of your mouth towards the back so that the tongue almost "folds backwards". According to the chinese this will help the "energy flow" flow past instead of getting stuck around the head.
Congratualtions on your marriage.
Try pressing your tongue up against the roof of your mouth towards the back so that the tongue almost "folds backwards". According to the chinese this will help the "energy flow" flow past instead of getting stuck around the head.
Congratualtions on your marriage.
Anonymous -
12th January 2005
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I just tried this and my ear cooled off a great deal a minute later. Weird coincidence? Can't wait to try it again.
I just tried this and my ear cooled off a great deal a minute later. Weird coincidence? Can't wait to try it again.
Jay Coney -
11th December 2005
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yah, i tried it just now and it seems to work. maybe its all in the mind? hmm..
yah, i tried it just now and it seems to work. maybe its all in the mind? hmm..
Tamra -
15th May 2006
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I believe the tongue trick is part of the solution regarding 'blocked energy'. This may also stem from an imbalance with the cerebal fluid. In actuality, any kind of trauma to the head at any age can produce a pressure point and therefore blockage in the flow of the cerebal fluid. This can even be related to the trauma of the birthing canal and why many chiropractics advocate treating newborns. Try locating a practioner trained in the Uplegger Inst. of cranial saceral therapy to detect & correct any blockages. Research this. Incidentily, through this therapy, many migrains, sinisus,dyslexia, allergies etc.. have been successfully treated. AND, ADD & ADHD, etc. can be treated or reversed through environmental & nutritional therapies. Research this as well. Just google -Alternative and natural therapies for(type in whatever you want to research)Drugs will only cover up symptoms & cause side effects.They do not correct the underlying problem which is still there.
Best of luck & God Bless.
I believe the tongue trick is part of the solution regarding 'blocked energy'. This may also stem from an imbalance with the cerebal fluid. In actuality, any kind of trauma to the head at any age can produce a pressure point and therefore blockage in the flow of the cerebal fluid. This can even be related to the trauma of the birthing canal and why many chiropractics advocate treating newborns. Try locating a practioner trained in the Uplegger Inst. of cranial saceral therapy to detect & correct any blockages. Research this. Incidentily, through this therapy, many migrains, sinisus,dyslexia, allergies etc.. have been successfully treated. AND, ADD & ADHD, etc. can be treated or reversed through environmental & nutritional therapies. Research this as well. Just google -Alternative and natural therapies for(type in whatever you want to research)Drugs will only cover up symptoms & cause side effects.They do not correct the underlying problem which is still there.
Best of luck & God Bless.
rudy red ears -
28th September 2006
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about how far back to you go? do you go, "like straight up" or do you try to reach as far back as possible with the tongue? do you press hard? do you simply fold it all the way like a ball?please help!!!!!
about how far back to you go? do you go, "like straight up" or do you try to reach as far back as possible with the tongue? do you press hard? do you simply fold it all the way like a ball?please help!!!!!
Peter Bengtsson -
30th September 2006
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as far back as possible and not hard at all. Don't fold it back. It should still point up to the roof of the mouth.
as far back as possible and not hard at all. Don't fold it back. It should still point up to the roof of the mouth.
Anonymous -
5th November 2006
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The first time I tried it, my ear got hotter. Then I tried it again, and it worked really well!
The first time I tried it, my ear got hotter. Then I tried it again, and it worked really well!
joey -
3rd August 2006
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Same thing happens to me... I dont' want to get married because of this. Did you get any info on this? Any recommendations?
Same thing happens to me... I dont' want to get married because of this. Did you get any info on this? Any recommendations?
Big Red -
8th May 2008
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Wow, I never knoew som many people had this, I have been dealing with this as long as I can remember (though never as a child ony when I hit my teens) Both ears get bright red almost purple, and they have a burning sensation that hurts. Code Red I am exactly like what you describe, male, sensitive, shy and I am into art. I know what you mean about avoiding certain situations, I worry at times if in life I will be able to overcome this as I worry about what you have said with your career happening to me. It usually happens when it's hot, getting in my car mid day will do this to me, also happens when I get embarassed or am stressed out. Unfortunetly also happens when I talk to women, at which point due to the burning sensation I don't make eye contact and am prone to running my hand through my hair just above my ears. Laura I sympathize with you on this big time though if it does happen you could always have the photographer use photo shop to remove it (I have done this before).
Wow, I never knoew som many people had this, I have been dealing with this as long as I can remember (though never as a child ony when I hit my teens) Both ears get bright red almost purple, and they have a burning sensation that hurts. Code Red I am exactly like what you describe, male, sensitive, shy and I am into art. I know what you mean about avoiding certain situations, I worry at times if in life I will be able to overcome this as I worry about what you have said with your career happening to me. It usually happens when it's hot, getting in my car mid day will do this to me, also happens when I get embarassed or am stressed out. Unfortunetly also happens when I talk to women, at which point due to the burning sensation I don't make eye contact and am prone to running my hand through my hair just above my ears. Laura I sympathize with you on this big time though if it does happen you could always have the photographer use photo shop to remove it (I have done this before).
susan -
29th November 2004
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about 6 months ago i suddenly felt my right ear get hot and it was burning red. This now happens every few weeks with no warning, its always my right ear. Everytime it has happened is when i have had lack of sleep. The rest of my body can usually be cold. if I have a drink of alcohol especially after a night with very little sleep and when i'm run down about 5 minutes after my first drink i can feel my ear starting to burn.
I'm pretty sure that this has to do with poor circulation. The right ear would be because of the way the blood circulates round your body. When tired your body is over- exerting itself and is probably dehydrated. Increased blood pressure during this causes blood not to flow so easily.
i know someone who gets red ears that are hot when he is tired, but this is regularly...so i think its nothing to worry about its just becuase hot and tired.
I think the sudden onset of one burning red hot ear is a warning sign from your body that somethings wrong. Usually my ear goes away with drinking lots of water and titling my headin the opposite direction. I also find the need to crack my neck and find that massaging the surrounding area usually makes it pass in short time.
about 6 months ago i suddenly felt my right ear get hot and it was burning red. This now happens every few weeks with no warning, its always my right ear. Everytime it has happened is when i have had lack of sleep. The rest of my body can usually be cold. if I have a drink of alcohol especially after a night with very little sleep and when i'm run down about 5 minutes after my first drink i can feel my ear starting to burn.
I'm pretty sure that this has to do with poor circulation. The right ear would be because of the way the blood circulates round your body. When tired your body is over- exerting itself and is probably dehydrated. Increased blood pressure during this causes blood not to flow so easily.
i know someone who gets red ears that are hot when he is tired, but this is regularly...so i think its nothing to worry about its just becuase hot and tired.
I think the sudden onset of one burning red hot ear is a warning sign from your body that somethings wrong. Usually my ear goes away with drinking lots of water and titling my headin the opposite direction. I also find the need to crack my neck and find that massaging the surrounding area usually makes it pass in short time.
Eddie -
2nd December 2004
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Thats crazy stuff man, i was looking up info on burning, red ears cause thats been happening to me a lot for about a year or two now , I also get some redness on my face once in a while and my scalp also , the doctors say its a for of dermatitus ( i haven't talked to anyone about the ear thing). I usually just wait about an hour or two then it just goes away. The funny thing about this is I also study kung fu . My Jhong Law Horn and MeiHua praying mantis. though the ear stuff i think may have been happening before starting my KungFu Experience. My throat seems to get really really dry very quickly ....maybe its just all dehydration..who knows ...good luck everyone!
Thats crazy stuff man, i was looking up info on burning, red ears cause thats been happening to me a lot for about a year or two now , I also get some redness on my face once in a while and my scalp also , the doctors say its a for of dermatitus ( i haven't talked to anyone about the ear thing). I usually just wait about an hour or two then it just goes away. The funny thing about this is I also study kung fu . My Jhong Law Horn and MeiHua praying mantis. though the ear stuff i think may have been happening before starting my KungFu Experience. My throat seems to get really really dry very quickly ....maybe its just all dehydration..who knows ...good luck everyone!
Anonymous -
9th December 2005
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I don't believe the dermatitis thing because I have just recently seen the side of my face get red (and it's not dermatitis) along with my ear. My ear burns inside and out and I'm told it's not an infection. Mine never use to be that way but like a stated a few paragraphs up it was after I had an accident that it started happening.
I don't believe the dermatitis thing because I have just recently seen the side of my face get red (and it's not dermatitis) along with my ear. My ear burns inside and out and I'm told it's not an infection. Mine never use to be that way but like a stated a few paragraphs up it was after I had an accident that it started happening.
Natalie -
20th December 2004
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In my asian culture i have always been taught that when one of your ear is hot... it means someone you know is talking (gossiping) about you. Its been a long time superstitious thing in our culture.
In my asian culture i have always been taught that when one of your ear is hot... it means someone you know is talking (gossiping) about you. Its been a long time superstitious thing in our culture.
Alex -
31st March 2006
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I heard this superstition but it was a ringing in your ear. I dont believe our problem is a superstition, especially because I get the hot red ear on a daily basis. I'd be flattered if people were talking about every day, lol.
I heard this superstition but it was a ringing in your ear. I dont believe our problem is a superstition, especially because I get the hot red ear on a daily basis. I'd be flattered if people were talking about every day, lol.
Rae -
15th June 2007
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I am Italian and it means the saem in our culture. That someone you know is talking (gossiping) about you.
I am Italian and it means the saem in our culture. That someone you know is talking (gossiping) about you.
Della -
21st December 2004
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My husband gets a "hot ear" ocassionally and has had it for quite some years. My son who is 7.5 is now getting them quite frequently (almost daily). It is interesting to read about the math, and doing technical things, my husband does Design Engineering (a lot of computer, technical stuff), my son is also very intellectual, reads a lot, (uses his brain a lot). He also may not get the sleep he needs, and I have to remind him a lot to drink fluids, so the dehydration could also play a role. We thought we were the only ones with this. Very interesting reading.
My husband gets a "hot ear" ocassionally and has had it for quite some years. My son who is 7.5 is now getting them quite frequently (almost daily). It is interesting to read about the math, and doing technical things, my husband does Design Engineering (a lot of computer, technical stuff), my son is also very intellectual, reads a lot, (uses his brain a lot). He also may not get the sleep he needs, and I have to remind him a lot to drink fluids, so the dehydration could also play a role. We thought we were the only ones with this. Very interesting reading.
Christian -
10th January 2005
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I am glad that I am not the only one with the "single red ear problem." In my case it is always the left one. Tonight it happened while I was doing financial calculations (I help people with their investments for a living). I believe that it mainly happens to me when I concentrate on getting a more complex job done. I have not noticed any correlation with the amount of sleep I get.
I am glad that I am not the only one with the "single red ear problem." In my case it is always the left one. Tonight it happened while I was doing financial calculations (I help people with their investments for a living). I believe that it mainly happens to me when I concentrate on getting a more complex job done. I have not noticed any correlation with the amount of sleep I get.
Netty -
11th January 2005
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I also get the burning of the ears. It affects the whole outer ear and the lobe.
When this accures I also get real hot at the lower part of my head...twards my neck.
I've taking notice it starts about 1/2 hour after I eat certain foods. Oils, flour,caffein,alchole, or junk food. I don't eat allot of these foods..but when I do I find this happening when and everytime I do eat them. Fried foods I think are the worst..that is why I stay away from fried food. And stick with first cold pressed oils...and stay away from oils that are not suppose to be heated and used to fry food.
I hope this helps someone.
I also get the burning of the ears. It affects the whole outer ear and the lobe.
When this accures I also get real hot at the lower part of my head...twards my neck.
I've taking notice it starts about 1/2 hour after I eat certain foods. Oils, flour,caffein,alchole, or junk food. I don't eat allot of these foods..but when I do I find this happening when and everytime I do eat them. Fried foods I think are the worst..that is why I stay away from fried food. And stick with first cold pressed oils...and stay away from oils that are not suppose to be heated and used to fry food.
I hope this helps someone.
Ran -
21st February 2006
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So its not just me! I'e been getting red and burning left ear for about a year now. thought it was just an odd coincicence but am now begining to get fed up with it so went onto the net to see what I could find. Lots!!
Well, I'm sitting here with my tounge pressed up against the roof of my mouth to see if that helps. I guess it can't hurt. I'm a teacher and am sometimes bothered by the flaming ear during lectures. I'm sure the students have noticed, they don't miss anything! and I am aware of it. Will get medical attention if I don't get any relief from the toung method. I will also try chiropractic and maybe shiatsu. Will post results to this site.
Rudolf The Red Ear.
So its not just me! I'e been getting red and burning left ear for about a year now. thought it was just an odd coincicence but am now begining to get fed up with it so went onto the net to see what I could find. Lots!!
Well, I'm sitting here with my tounge pressed up against the roof of my mouth to see if that helps. I guess it can't hurt. I'm a teacher and am sometimes bothered by the flaming ear during lectures. I'm sure the students have noticed, they don't miss anything! and I am aware of it. Will get medical attention if I don't get any relief from the toung method. I will also try chiropractic and maybe shiatsu. Will post results to this site.
Rudolf The Red Ear.
AW -
23rd March 2006
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I am also a teacher (math) and I have had my left ear get hot and red for over a year now. I've been to 4 different types of doctors, all who told me nothing except that it is not an ear infection. I'm trying the tongue trick, its not working yet, but i will try anything because this is the most annoying thing I have to deal with! I cannot focus when my ear is hot and red which can go on for days. I have determined that it must be induced from stress about anything (work, personal life, etc.). Anybody that has any important, helpful information - please post it! Like many of you have said - doctors think I might be making it up or that I'm crazy.. Also, has anybody tried acupuncture or massage therapy as a way to help this?
Thanks.
I am also a teacher (math) and I have had my left ear get hot and red for over a year now. I've been to 4 different types of doctors, all who told me nothing except that it is not an ear infection. I'm trying the tongue trick, its not working yet, but i will try anything because this is the most annoying thing I have to deal with! I cannot focus when my ear is hot and red which can go on for days. I have determined that it must be induced from stress about anything (work, personal life, etc.). Anybody that has any important, helpful information - please post it! Like many of you have said - doctors think I might be making it up or that I'm crazy.. Also, has anybody tried acupuncture or massage therapy as a way to help this?
Thanks.
Netty -
11th January 2005
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I also forgot to mention I tried the tongue method that was mentioned above and it seemed to help. I truly believe it is an allergie of some type....but cannot figure it out. I've been watching anything that has color#5 in it...allot of foods..and granola have this in it.
I also forgot to mention I tried the tongue method that was mentioned above and it seemed to help. I truly believe it is an allergie of some type....but cannot figure it out. I've been watching anything that has color#5 in it...allot of foods..and granola have this in it.
Red Ear Barons -
19th January 2005
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I too have the hot ear. My friend Monica and I are plagued by this phenomenon. We thought we were the only ones. We were drinking Rolling Rock and recieved the unwelcome and all too familiar hot ear. Andre Cold Duck Champagne will relieve these symptoms temporarily, but will come on twice fold in about 5 minutes. So drink water with organic sea salt and about a teaspoon of lemon and chickory root, that should do it.
I too have the hot ear. My friend Monica and I are plagued by this phenomenon. We thought we were the only ones. We were drinking Rolling Rock and recieved the unwelcome and all too familiar hot ear. Andre Cold Duck Champagne will relieve these symptoms temporarily, but will come on twice fold in about 5 minutes. So drink water with organic sea salt and about a teaspoon of lemon and chickory root, that should do it.
Peter -
19th January 2005
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Why worry? It can't damage you and surely you're not in pain when your ears are hot.
Why worry? It can't damage you and surely you're not in pain when your ears are hot.
David -
27th March 2005
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If it happens once, and never came back fine, but you don't understand the social situation with this problem. It can be compared to uncontrolled blushing or problem sweating. It can really hit at the worst time like a meeting infront of many people, etc. How can it not bother you to not look and feel normal. Not everything is about pain, maybe not physical pain, but it causes mental and emotiuon pain - you can't see ...
If it happens once, and never came back fine, but you don't understand the social situation with this problem. It can be compared to uncontrolled blushing or problem sweating. It can really hit at the worst time like a meeting infront of many people, etc. How can it not bother you to not look and feel normal. Not everything is about pain, maybe not physical pain, but it causes mental and emotiuon pain - you can't see ...
Anonymous -
9th December 2005
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What bothers me is "not knowing" what it is. If I knew what it was and what was causing it and it wasn't going to cause problems later on then that's okay. But is it a "high" blood pressure problem - can it turn into a "high" blood pressure problem?
What bothers me is "not knowing" what it is. If I knew what it was and what was causing it and it wasn't going to cause problems later on then that's okay. But is it a "high" blood pressure problem - can it turn into a "high" blood pressure problem?
beenthere222222222 -
19th April 2006
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You fool - my husband is dying in ICU of lung and heart failure but on top of this he clinches his teeth, trembles and grimaces as the ear turns hot, burn, stings, and is excruciating, ENT doc is too dumb to diagnose it - my EX husband took lightly the excruciating pain of a tumor growing in my uterus the size of a softball (until it was removed) - docs too dense to find it for 7 years of agaony because it was buried deep in me so my EX husband said why worry, who cares, you gotta take it like a man UNTIL he got kidney stones and was slung over on an ER counter too busy for immediate attention and had to endure - then he was in sheer agony - we are taught empathy all of us eventually - perhaps you should develop more empathy before Karma teaches it to you in a future year when you least expect it.
You fool - my husband is dying in ICU of lung and heart failure but on top of this he clinches his teeth, trembles and grimaces as the ear turns hot, burn, stings, and is excruciating, ENT doc is too dumb to diagnose it - my EX husband took lightly the excruciating pain of a tumor growing in my uterus the size of a softball (until it was removed) - docs too dense to find it for 7 years of agaony because it was buried deep in me so my EX husband said why worry, who cares, you gotta take it like a man UNTIL he got kidney stones and was slung over on an ER counter too busy for immediate attention and had to endure - then he was in sheer agony - we are taught empathy all of us eventually - perhaps you should develop more empathy before Karma teaches it to you in a future year when you least expect it.
Grey -
18th December 2006
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I'm worry, but you seem to overreacted on this one.
The symptoms your husband is experiencing speak more strongly to a constant condition, most likely trigeminal neuralgia.
The condition we're discussing is how, occasionally, one of our ears reddens for an as-yet uncertain reason(s).
As for me, it seems to clearly emanate from the trigeminal nerve, but not in the neuralgia sense. I've had it for over a decade, and I'm 25, male, O+, well managed/masked OCD. Also suffer from PTSD and panic disorder, which can affect me for six-months/year at a time, but eventually fade into the background.
Let's not take the O+ type into consideration, as it's the majority bloodtype, or rather plurality. I think it's est. at something like 37% of the population.
It can sometimes precede a headache, at least in my experience, located also on the same side (right). In any case, when it happens, I can feel the ear burning, or someone will notice & point it out.
I'd certainly like to see us all try some data collection. When it happens, what we've eaten, environment, etc. Also, my ear is right, and I'm right handed, though was left-handed as a kid; my parents were weirdos who believed lefties were in danger of going to hell or something.
So, we'd basically need to collect some general data about ourselves and medical histories, along with logs of when/where/under what circumstances.
I may be able to devote a section of my website with it, if those who've expressed interest still have it. We can put together a questionnaire, and obviously just use coded numbers for patient ids, or work totally anonymously.
Email me with thoughts.
I'm worry, but you seem to overreacted on this one.
The symptoms your husband is experiencing speak more strongly to a constant condition, most likely trigeminal neuralgia.
The condition we're discussing is how, occasionally, one of our ears reddens for an as-yet uncertain reason(s).
As for me, it seems to clearly emanate from the trigeminal nerve, but not in the neuralgia sense. I've had it for over a decade, and I'm 25, male, O+, well managed/masked OCD. Also suffer from PTSD and panic disorder, which can affect me for six-months/year at a time, but eventually fade into the background.
Let's not take the O+ type into consideration, as it's the majority bloodtype, or rather plurality. I think it's est. at something like 37% of the population.
It can sometimes precede a headache, at least in my experience, located also on the same side (right). In any case, when it happens, I can feel the ear burning, or someone will notice & point it out.
I'd certainly like to see us all try some data collection. When it happens, what we've eaten, environment, etc. Also, my ear is right, and I'm right handed, though was left-handed as a kid; my parents were weirdos who believed lefties were in danger of going to hell or something.
So, we'd basically need to collect some general data about ourselves and medical histories, along with logs of when/where/under what circumstances.
I may be able to devote a section of my website with it, if those who've expressed interest still have it. We can put together a questionnaire, and obviously just use coded numbers for patient ids, or work totally anonymously.
Email me with thoughts.
Scott -
31st December 2006
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Grey, I think collecting data is a really good idea. It will help us identify the high drivers of this. Please email me with information/ questionaire/weblink if available. Thanks
Grey, I think collecting data is a really good idea. It will help us identify the high drivers of this. Please email me with information/ questionaire/weblink if available. Thanks
Peter -
22nd January 2007
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this sounds like a great idea.
Could you write the adress of the website so I can contribute with my facts. My ears gets red in the afternoon or evening every single day.
Triggers by touch,temp. change, lying down etc.
this sounds like a great idea.
Could you write the adress of the website so I can contribute with my facts. My ears gets red in the afternoon or evening every single day.
Triggers by touch,temp. change, lying down etc.
Cheryl Marconi -
11th March 2007
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Grey-
I'd like to know what you find out from the data. My 5-year-old son gets red ear or ears just about every evening at dinnertime. His father and uncle also get it. I am also a writer, and would be interested in writing an article about this research to make the issue more public. Obviously, it affects a lot of people.
Grey-
I'd like to know what you find out from the data. My 5-year-old son gets red ear or ears just about every evening at dinnertime. His father and uncle also get it. I am also a writer, and would be interested in writing an article about this research to make the issue more public. Obviously, it affects a lot of people.
Kelly -
1st January 2007
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Yes, it is a kind of pain. It is very uncomfortable and can stay that way for hours or days. There is no way to relieve the symptoms. My son can not sleep at night because of it. He has to put ice packs on his ears just to fall asleep. Please do not make light of other people's misery.
Yes, it is a kind of pain. It is very uncomfortable and can stay that way for hours or days. There is no way to relieve the symptoms. My son can not sleep at night because of it. He has to put ice packs on his ears just to fall asleep. Please do not make light of other people's misery.
Anonymous -
20th January 2005
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Hello. Im from croatia. That thing with red ear happens to me a lot. I went to a few doctors with that problem. Mesaured my blood preassure it was fine. I also did EKG,checked blood,hormons,...just becouse i felt unsafe. But all things i did showed me that i was fine. One doctor said that he thinks that red ears sometimes come if u think about problems too much,if ur sad,stressed and so one. This gonna sound stupid but sometimes when that happens i make myself to throw up....but people said that i deffinitelly should not do that. I noticed while i was on some weird diet with lots of fruit,some weird soup etc...my ears were fine for two weaks. So im guessing it might have something to do with food too. If someone wants to talk about it writte to me on my email.
Hello. Im from croatia. That thing with red ear happens to me a lot. I went to a few doctors with that problem. Mesaured my blood preassure it was fine. I also did EKG,checked blood,hormons,...just becouse i felt unsafe. But all things i did showed me that i was fine. One doctor said that he thinks that red ears sometimes come if u think about problems too much,if ur sad,stressed and so one. This gonna sound stupid but sometimes when that happens i make myself to throw up....but people said that i deffinitelly should not do that. I noticed while i was on some weird diet with lots of fruit,some weird soup etc...my ears were fine for two weaks. So im guessing it might have something to do with food too. If someone wants to talk about it writte to me on my email.
Julie D. -
12th February 2005
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I have this same problem! I went to the doctor, and she also told me it is an aura associated with migraines (which I do get). I also get a red ear when I am tired, stressed, or angry. It will always start in the left ear, and sometimes it will "travel" to the right ear. So strange!!
I have this same problem! I went to the doctor, and she also told me it is an aura associated with migraines (which I do get). I also get a red ear when I am tired, stressed, or angry. It will always start in the left ear, and sometimes it will "travel" to the right ear. So strange!!
kari -
21st January 2005
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well, well. I also do accounting for a living, and my left ear gets hot usually in the late afternoon or evening. What a relief that I am not a loner, and can be a part of the "hot ear club"!! I just tried the tongue thing, and I can't believe it worked. Did it really work physically, or was it mind over matter?
well, well. I also do accounting for a living, and my left ear gets hot usually in the late afternoon or evening. What a relief that I am not a loner, and can be a part of the "hot ear club"!! I just tried the tongue thing, and I can't believe it worked. Did it really work physically, or was it mind over matter?
Peter -
22nd January 2005
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"physically, or was it mind over matter?"
Does it matter Kari? :)
"physically, or was it mind over matter?"
Does it matter Kari? :)
Ali -
9th January 2006
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i got my right red ear and hot and feel hot on that time. so please can u tell me what is tongue thing. how can i do that when that happen. plz e mail me a s a p. thank u very much . Ali
i got my right red ear and hot and feel hot on that time. so please can u tell me what is tongue thing. how can i do that when that happen. plz e mail me a s a p. thank u very much . Ali
rudy red ears -
28th September 2006
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guess what, I do accounting too!! ive had the red ears for all my life and im 27, thought puberty would cure it but no. embarrasment, anger, red wine, hot rooms, going out into the cold and then back into a warm building will bring it on. also running into someone at the store is bad, even if i know them. the lack of sleep definitely plays a part, saturdays and sundays seem so much easier. looks like there are a few general causes that we all can relate too. has anyone else ever had the air on full blast in winter with the vents aimed at your ears? lol
guess what, I do accounting too!! ive had the red ears for all my life and im 27, thought puberty would cure it but no. embarrasment, anger, red wine, hot rooms, going out into the cold and then back into a warm building will bring it on. also running into someone at the store is bad, even if i know them. the lack of sleep definitely plays a part, saturdays and sundays seem so much easier. looks like there are a few general causes that we all can relate too. has anyone else ever had the air on full blast in winter with the vents aimed at your ears? lol
Netty -
25th January 2005
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LOL..this is funny, but true. I really took notice it happens after eating. Maybe like 1/2 hour or even 3hrs after eating. Yes the tongue thing does work. I use it when I need it now.:-)
LOL..this is funny, but true. I really took notice it happens after eating. Maybe like 1/2 hour or even 3hrs after eating. Yes the tongue thing does work. I use it when I need it now.:-)
Jay -
26th January 2005
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How weird. I get the red hot ear (always right ear only) from time to time. Just had it happen now, and thought I should google it to see what I could learn. And here on a random blog I find a troupe of fellow burning ear compatriots! God bless this here Interweb. Oh, and the tongue thing didn't work for me... :-(
How weird. I get the red hot ear (always right ear only) from time to time. Just had it happen now, and thought I should google it to see what I could learn. And here on a random blog I find a troupe of fellow burning ear compatriots! God bless this here Interweb. Oh, and the tongue thing didn't work for me... :-(
Netty -
28th January 2005
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Jay, did you breath from your nose while trying it? I find it works if you try to just breath with your nose while your flipping the tongue backwards on the roof of your mouth. and keep your mouth open also. I do slow breathing in and out of my nose..for about 5 to 6 minutes..or untill I feel it going away.
Jay, did you breath from your nose while trying it? I find it works if you try to just breath with your nose while your flipping the tongue backwards on the roof of your mouth. and keep your mouth open also. I do slow breathing in and out of my nose..for about 5 to 6 minutes..or untill I feel it going away.
cindy -
26th July 2006
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ok i'm doing this too, but i'm just getting a headache from pressing my tongue up. i'm miserable. i'm probably stressed, i can feel it, but i am scared by all those post-ers who say its some scary disease... what's up with that?
ok i'm doing this too, but i'm just getting a headache from pressing my tongue up. i'm miserable. i'm probably stressed, i can feel it, but i am scared by all those post-ers who say its some scary disease... what's up with that?
La -
30th January 2005
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I started getting this a few days ago and I couldn't figure out why, I asked my father, who says that he gets them from time to time, and he doesn't know what they are. I read somewhere it has to do with stress in your neck and their friend went to a chiropractor and it never came back.
I started getting this a few days ago and I couldn't figure out why, I asked my father, who says that he gets them from time to time, and he doesn't know what they are. I read somewhere it has to do with stress in your neck and their friend went to a chiropractor and it never came back.
Alissa -
31st January 2005
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I took my 6 year old son to childrens hospital early this morning due to neck pain. I thought it was a ear ache. Turns out to be that he slept on his neck wrong.
Now, hours later his left ear is bright red and hot Very bizarre
I took my 6 year old son to childrens hospital early this morning due to neck pain. I thought it was a ear ache. Turns out to be that he slept on his neck wrong.
Now, hours later his left ear is bright red and hot Very bizarre
Julie D. -
12th February 2005
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I have this same problem! I went to the doctor, and she also told me it is an aura associated with migraines (which I do get). I also get a red ear when I am tired, stressed, or angry. It will always start in the left ear, and sometimes it will "travel" to the right ear. So strange!!
I have this same problem! I went to the doctor, and she also told me it is an aura associated with migraines (which I do get). I also get a red ear when I am tired, stressed, or angry. It will always start in the left ear, and sometimes it will "travel" to the right ear. So strange!!
wylecoyote -
1st May 2006
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i thought i was weird for having this problem..but now..wow.. i know im not at all weird.. it might be one of those syndromes you guys mentioned..i was a vegan til recently, i started eating pork and chicken.. now i get the sleepless nights and migraines and the red hot left ear for no apparent reason.sometimes it does "travel" from left to right.. but its always on the left.. i thought it was an old wives tale (that somebody was cursing me) or something..but now i think it might be a med condition.. hmm.. good luck to us..
i thought i was weird for having this problem..but now..wow.. i know im not at all weird.. it might be one of those syndromes you guys mentioned..i was a vegan til recently, i started eating pork and chicken.. now i get the sleepless nights and migraines and the red hot left ear for no apparent reason.sometimes it does "travel" from left to right.. but its always on the left.. i thought it was an old wives tale (that somebody was cursing me) or something..but now i think it might be a med condition.. hmm.. good luck to us..
Anonymous -
24th October 2006
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My son Alex - who is 6 and mildly autistic suffers from red ears as well. Without a doubt, it stems from a food allergy. 2 hours after injesting foods with high phenolic contents, his ear or ears turn bright red and are hot. After an hour or so it passes. You Can confirm testing thru Great Plain Labrotories with their IgG 96 food panel delayed reaction food test (simple blood draw). Cost of test $200.
My son Alex - who is 6 and mildly autistic suffers from red ears as well. Without a doubt, it stems from a food allergy. 2 hours after injesting foods with high phenolic contents, his ear or ears turn bright red and are hot. After an hour or so it passes. You Can confirm testing thru Great Plain Labrotories with their IgG 96 food panel delayed reaction food test (simple blood draw). Cost of test $200.
D -
26th May 2006
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i dont get migraines but im very stressed,tired,work too much with kids and job.i notice when i drink or get angry/stressed it really happens but in both ears,right ear especially.i am also type o neg?or pos? not sure.but it seems there is definately a link going by all the o types on here find out any info let me know.ill do the same. thanx
i dont get migraines but im very stressed,tired,work too much with kids and job.i notice when i drink or get angry/stressed it really happens but in both ears,right ear especially.i am also type o neg?or pos? not sure.but it seems there is definately a link going by all the o types on here find out any info let me know.ill do the same. thanx
Karen -
18th October 2007
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OK, add me to the "red ear" group as well! I have had red, hot ears now for about an hour and it has happened before. It has happened when I've been angry, was drinking alcohol or stressed. Right now, I'm stressed but my blood pressure is only 130/80. I, too, am type o+. I do get the rare migraine. I'm 34 and have had maybe 6 or 8 in my life. I'm hoping if anyone is still watching this site for research purposes, this info will help. I do understand the ones who complain of it being somewhat embarrassing. As far as physical pain, the burning sensation is more of an uncomfortable thing, very uncomfortable, but not so much actually painful. Good luck to all who sympathize! Thanks!
OK, add me to the "red ear" group as well! I have had red, hot ears now for about an hour and it has happened before. It has happened when I've been angry, was drinking alcohol or stressed. Right now, I'm stressed but my blood pressure is only 130/80. I, too, am type o+. I do get the rare migraine. I'm 34 and have had maybe 6 or 8 in my life. I'm hoping if anyone is still watching this site for research purposes, this info will help. I do understand the ones who complain of it being somewhat embarrassing. As far as physical pain, the burning sensation is more of an uncomfortable thing, very uncomfortable, but not so much actually painful. Good luck to all who sympathize! Thanks!
venkat -
1st March 2005
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I have the same problem!. It happens to my red ear and it is very common when i have less sleep or having even a glass of alcohol. I went to a doctor and was asked to take blood test for cholestrol . My cholestrol levels were high and also high blood pressure. It is getting very regular and I am very curious what is causing this?
I have the same problem!. It happens to my red ear and it is very common when i have less sleep or having even a glass of alcohol. I went to a doctor and was asked to take blood test for cholestrol . My cholestrol levels were high and also high blood pressure. It is getting very regular and I am very curious what is causing this?
Skeets -
1st March 2005
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I also have the mostly left ear problem. And face. Thought it was allergies. I didn't see this mentioned but I read on a website about Thoracic Outlet syndrome..I also have high blood pressure, and elevated cholesterol. Sometimes I feel my muscles sort of move, like a snake up around my left clavicle. Also the alocohol brings it on fast
I also have the mostly left ear problem. And face. Thought it was allergies. I didn't see this mentioned but I read on a website about Thoracic Outlet syndrome..I also have high blood pressure, and elevated cholesterol. Sometimes I feel my muscles sort of move, like a snake up around my left clavicle. Also the alocohol brings it on fast
Andrew -
2nd March 2005
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I too have this troubling syndrome and I was curious to know exactly what you mean by the tounge thing as well as to know if any of you smoke. Mine is in my left ear usually sometimes "travels" to the right and the face. Does this have to do with my smoking it seems to come on after I smoke.
I too have this troubling syndrome and I was curious to know exactly what you mean by the tounge thing as well as to know if any of you smoke. Mine is in my left ear usually sometimes "travels" to the right and the face. Does this have to do with my smoking it seems to come on after I smoke.
Skeets -
3rd March 2005
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I don't smoke. I do use snuff, but it seems not related to that. I see it most in the afternoons, under stress, and it does also travel to my face and right ear. I have no hearing in my left ear (related? from 3 years ago..cause unknown) and yet I sometimes think I hear "water dripping" . Anyone else?
I don't smoke. I do use snuff, but it seems not related to that. I see it most in the afternoons, under stress, and it does also travel to my face and right ear. I have no hearing in my left ear (related? from 3 years ago..cause unknown) and yet I sometimes think I hear "water dripping" . Anyone else?
RT -
9th March 2005
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While going thru a divorce years ago, I was put on an antidepressant.
It caused me to me to have some uncomfortable side effects so I was put on Clonazepam to take along with the antidepressants
After I was on the antidepressant
for about 4 months, I stopped taking it and the Clonazepam. I started having the hot ear and face problem real bad. My face would feel like it was going to explode. The Dr. put me back on Clonazepam. It helped but did not totally take care of the problem. Over the last ten year the Clonazepam has been increased until I am up to 3 MG a day. If I miss a dose, I really have trouble with the hot ear, face and scalp. The Doctors try putting me back on antidepressants and they make my condition worse.
Wine will cause the hot ear condition to start nearly every time. I had a beer tonight and it caused it to happen. I decided to do another search on internet and found this interesting information.
All the Doctors can tell me is that it is stress related. I think the antidepressant started it and now I am hung up on Clonazepam realy bad. I was able to stop cigarets but not Clonazepam.
While going thru a divorce years ago, I was put on an antidepressant.
It caused me to me to have some uncomfortable side effects so I was put on Clonazepam to take along with the antidepressants
After I was on the antidepressant
for about 4 months, I stopped taking it and the Clonazepam. I started having the hot ear and face problem real bad. My face would feel like it was going to explode. The Dr. put me back on Clonazepam. It helped but did not totally take care of the problem. Over the last ten year the Clonazepam has been increased until I am up to 3 MG a day. If I miss a dose, I really have trouble with the hot ear, face and scalp. The Doctors try putting me back on antidepressants and they make my condition worse.
Wine will cause the hot ear condition to start nearly every time. I had a beer tonight and it caused it to happen. I decided to do another search on internet and found this interesting information.
All the Doctors can tell me is that it is stress related. I think the antidepressant started it and now I am hung up on Clonazepam realy bad. I was able to stop cigarets but not Clonazepam.
matt -
9th October 2005
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i there, i found your mesage very interesting. i was on a very large dosage of anti-depressants for 3 years. i gained 30kg, slept a lot and lived a very wierd life full of rashes and bad moods. after a bad rash i was told by a skin specialist that i was taking way too many tablets and that this dosage was not healthy. out of my anger i decided to stop these talets and so i stopped on that day which was not the best thing to do cause i later learnt that your supposed to gradully stop taking them. i went through a really rough stage for the next three months and i started to get really depressd again. i mean severe stuff here. after a year i started experiencing a lot of things to my body. i started thinking a lot clearer and stuff and thought i was getting my life back but my body was casung me problems. i lost a lot of weight and started experiencing hot flushes that got really annoying. my ears would go hot and spread to my cheeks. im still like this and its depressing. my whole body is hot for some reason and i dont know why? i think it could be cause somthing is not functiong properly. either it was from the medicine which i really regret taking in the first place. it could be from too much depression. i really dont know. im looking for answers. if you have any info please send me some. take care
i there, i found your mesage very interesting. i was on a very large dosage of anti-depressants for 3 years. i gained 30kg, slept a lot and lived a very wierd life full of rashes and bad moods. after a bad rash i was told by a skin specialist that i was taking way too many tablets and that this dosage was not healthy. out of my anger i decided to stop these talets and so i stopped on that day which was not the best thing to do cause i later learnt that your supposed to gradully stop taking them. i went through a really rough stage for the next three months and i started to get really depressd again. i mean severe stuff here. after a year i started experiencing a lot of things to my body. i started thinking a lot clearer and stuff and thought i was getting my life back but my body was casung me problems. i lost a lot of weight and started experiencing hot flushes that got really annoying. my ears would go hot and spread to my cheeks. im still like this and its depressing. my whole body is hot for some reason and i dont know why? i think it could be cause somthing is not functiong properly. either it was from the medicine which i really regret taking in the first place. it could be from too much depression. i really dont know. im looking for answers. if you have any info please send me some. take care
Peter Bengtsson -
9th October 2005
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Wow. You must have been to hell and back. I hope you're getting better.
Wow. You must have been to hell and back. I hope you're getting better.
Tracy -
14th December 2005
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I have been on clonazepam for about 5 years now, it stops complicated migraine syndrome and anxiety attacks for me-most of the time. Earlier I felt aura symptoms and realized I had missed a dose. I also had a beer. I've been on clonazepam so long, alcohol doesn't interract anymore. About 20 minutes ago, my right ear started to feel funny. Then hot. Then turned red, to the point my daughter noticed it. I looked in the mirror and the difference between my ears is astonishing. I definitely beleive it is migraine and stress related.
I have been on clonazepam for about 5 years now, it stops complicated migraine syndrome and anxiety attacks for me-most of the time. Earlier I felt aura symptoms and realized I had missed a dose. I also had a beer. I've been on clonazepam so long, alcohol doesn't interract anymore. About 20 minutes ago, my right ear started to feel funny. Then hot. Then turned red, to the point my daughter noticed it. I looked in the mirror and the difference between my ears is astonishing. I definitely beleive it is migraine and stress related.
Jaymus -
12th March 2005
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I too suffer from the burning red ear syndrome. I am 16 years of age, currently taking trazodone for sleeping, and adderall for school (ADD.) I have been on trazodone for about a year now, and adderall for the past month.
This, what I like to call RES (Red Ear Syndrome), has been happening to me for as long as I can remember. It is nice to know that I am not the only one this happens to.
When this happens to me it is usually only in one ear. It usually occurs in my left ear but sometimes travels to my right ear as well. This is embarrassing in school when it happens but I like to joke about it by saying to a friend next to me “Hey look, my right ear is normal, but look at my left ear (and then I laugh.)” which makes them laugh and me feel a little better.
When I am at home and this happens to me, I wash my face and ears with cold water and then I put something from the freezer on my ear(s) to cool them down. It works sometimes but not always. I just read about 5 minutes ago about the tongue thing; I will try that next time it happens.
I wish there was a reason that this happens…
I too suffer from the burning red ear syndrome. I am 16 years of age, currently taking trazodone for sleeping, and adderall for school (ADD.) I have been on trazodone for about a year now, and adderall for the past month.
This, what I like to call RES (Red Ear Syndrome), has been happening to me for as long as I can remember. It is nice to know that I am not the only one this happens to.
When this happens to me it is usually only in one ear. It usually occurs in my left ear but sometimes travels to my right ear as well. This is embarrassing in school when it happens but I like to joke about it by saying to a friend next to me “Hey look, my right ear is normal, but look at my left ear (and then I laugh.)” which makes them laugh and me feel a little better.
When I am at home and this happens to me, I wash my face and ears with cold water and then I put something from the freezer on my ear(s) to cool them down. It works sometimes but not always. I just read about 5 minutes ago about the tongue thing; I will try that next time it happens.
I wish there was a reason that this happens…
Heather -
23rd April 2007
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I also have the red ears but mine goes on my face and arms too. Im also 16 and on adderall for ADD.
I also have the red ears but mine goes on my face and arms too. Im also 16 and on adderall for ADD.
redearedgirl -
12th March 2005
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I have had this as well. It's my left ear. I have really been working hard for the past day or so and am tired...maybe that's it?
I have had this as well. It's my left ear. I have really been working hard for the past day or so and am tired...maybe that's it?
Lindsay -
26th March 2005
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My right ear frequently becomes uncomfortably hot. It turns bright red and is often painful. It does not occur after something specific like lack of sleep or alcohol, but rather at random. It usually last for about half an hour and nothing i've tried has helped relieve this problem. Any suggestions?
My right ear frequently becomes uncomfortably hot. It turns bright red and is often painful. It does not occur after something specific like lack of sleep or alcohol, but rather at random. It usually last for about half an hour and nothing i've tried has helped relieve this problem. Any suggestions?
David -
26th March 2005
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I am 23 years old. I have been getting BOTH RED EARS since I was 9 or so.
I have monitored this problem over the years. Why? because unlike many of you getting it when you are older, I have had it for almost my whole life.
I am currently trailing treatment with the V PULSE laser which is meant to minmise the size of capillaries.
there is no pill to take to offset it, there is not much talked about in terms of treatment. I have set out on a journey to find a sucessful treament for this condition. I have had enough, you all know how bad it feels to get it, well times it by two - because both of mine go red on a daily basis.
I know what you are going through, I have read many posts by other people on other forums, but we need to start going through solutions and results for this condition. not much is known about it, and I have been the gineu pig for many tests.
I will set up a site dedicated to this problem. please email me any treatments you have gone for to try and solve this condition that we know little about still on how to fix permanently.
I would say it is nerve related and wil lsoon see a neurologist as well if the laser treatment fails.
I am 23 years old. I have been getting BOTH RED EARS since I was 9 or so.
I have monitored this problem over the years. Why? because unlike many of you getting it when you are older, I have had it for almost my whole life.
I am currently trailing treatment with the V PULSE laser which is meant to minmise the size of capillaries.
there is no pill to take to offset it, there is not much talked about in terms of treatment. I have set out on a journey to find a sucessful treament for this condition. I have had enough, you all know how bad it feels to get it, well times it by two - because both of mine go red on a daily basis.
I know what you are going through, I have read many posts by other people on other forums, but we need to start going through solutions and results for this condition. not much is known about it, and I have been the gineu pig for many tests.
I will set up a site dedicated to this problem. please email me any treatments you have gone for to try and solve this condition that we know little about still on how to fix permanently.
I would say it is nerve related and wil lsoon see a neurologist as well if the laser treatment fails.
Anonymous -
9th December 2005
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Not sure but I'm thinking it might have to do with the ear canal being inflamed or smaller than normal and the blood not being able to flow properly. I didn't have this until after an accident. It's happening right now as I type and it's just my left ear.
Not sure but I'm thinking it might have to do with the ear canal being inflamed or smaller than normal and the blood not being able to flow properly. I didn't have this until after an accident. It's happening right now as I type and it's just my left ear.
Alan -
7th June 2006
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Interesting point. It always starts in my left ear and an ENT did note that my left ear canal is "malformed" and much smaller than my right.
Interesting point. It always starts in my left ear and an ENT did note that my left ear canal is "malformed" and much smaller than my right.
Larry -
1st February 2007
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David, have you had any results from your quest to find out what this is?
Larry B.
David, have you had any results from your quest to find out what this is?
Larry B.
David -
27th March 2005
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New chronic read ear support website
http://www.earsred.cjb.net/
For suffers of red ear syndrome, not much is known yet of this ocndition for treatment.
New chronic read ear support website
http://www.earsred.cjb.net/
For suffers of red ear syndrome, not much is known yet of this ocndition for treatment.
Chad -
1st December 2005
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I have this same condition almost every day. Mine is usual both ears it seams to happen when I go from a cool enviroment to a warmer enviroment like a warm house or sometimes when I touch my ear it happens and sometimes for no reason I know of. My neck usual feels tight when it happens. I can feel my heart beat in my ears and sometimes in my neck. I have checked my blood pressure numerous times when it happened and its not high. It usually happens mid day or later in the day. The warmth of the sun hitting on me can also cause it. It usually lasts about two hours
I have this same condition almost every day. Mine is usual both ears it seams to happen when I go from a cool enviroment to a warmer enviroment like a warm house or sometimes when I touch my ear it happens and sometimes for no reason I know of. My neck usual feels tight when it happens. I can feel my heart beat in my ears and sometimes in my neck. I have checked my blood pressure numerous times when it happened and its not high. It usually happens mid day or later in the day. The warmth of the sun hitting on me can also cause it. It usually lasts about two hours
Crimson Queen -
21st April 2005
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I'm feeling pretty old tonight!! I never thought too much about my extremely red, left ear until a few weeks ago when my six year old grandson (only related to me by marriage) had his first attack. I sprung into action with ice in a cold wash cloth and constant signing to get his mind off it. Eventually, when not focusing on it -- it diminished. I then realized I have had the problem going on since I was a kid and I will be 49 in a couple of weeks. I've decided to start keeping a red ear journal to try to identify any triggers.
I'm feeling pretty old tonight!! I never thought too much about my extremely red, left ear until a few weeks ago when my six year old grandson (only related to me by marriage) had his first attack. I sprung into action with ice in a cold wash cloth and constant signing to get his mind off it. Eventually, when not focusing on it -- it diminished. I then realized I have had the problem going on since I was a kid and I will be 49 in a couple of weeks. I've decided to start keeping a red ear journal to try to identify any triggers.
Peter Bengtsson -
21st April 2005
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A log?! Great idea. That sounds really promising. Make sure you have a look at the earsred website mentioned by David in the comment above this one.
A log?! Great idea. That sounds really promising. Make sure you have a look at the earsred website mentioned by David in the comment above this one.
Gareth -
6th January 2006
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I've suffered from this for a long long time now, and have always imagined it was unique as no one else I have has this problem.
My ears, either both or one will go exceptionally hot anytime, anywhere any weather. The triggers are mainly alcohol, touch, talking about it, stress and embarrasment. It's really been a pain to me, because as weird as it sounds I splash water over my ears to cool them down multiple times a day, and this is giving me dry skin around the ear area. It's a nightmare for me, I can't concentrate, sleep and get grumpy unless I cool my ears down. I have a fan next to my bed on in the winter or summer even at night on my face otherwise I can't get to sleep. This problem is so bad for me, and so embarrasing. I visit the toilets multiple times when in restaurants to cool my ears down, people think I am weird when I splash water over my ears.
I'm 18 years of age, I lead a fairly normal life but have an inability to relax anywhere mainly spouted from my lack of confidence over being slightly overweight and having awful curly hair.
It's kind of a curse to me, as it bothers me a lot. I get no migrains, no headaches. I do smoke, I have a varied diet and don't like sweets very much. I like the odd bottle of wine, however my ears still get red hot when I havn't had any for days. I'm so sick of this problem, and I'm so glad I found this place. If we could all contribute and put together some information regarding this, hopefully we can all get some insight regarding the matter, I'm a webdesigner so maybe can compile a site regarding this.
I think I've got a particuarly bad case though, I can feel my ears getting hot as I type this. It's so infuriating and embarrasing, I pity anyone with it.
I'm glad I found this site, I feel better for sharing this now. Take care guys!
I've suffered from this for a long long time now, and have always imagined it was unique as no one else I have has this problem.
My ears, either both or one will go exceptionally hot anytime, anywhere any weather. The triggers are mainly alcohol, touch, talking about it, stress and embarrasment. It's really been a pain to me, because as weird as it sounds I splash water over my ears to cool them down multiple times a day, and this is giving me dry skin around the ear area. It's a nightmare for me, I can't concentrate, sleep and get grumpy unless I cool my ears down. I have a fan next to my bed on in the winter or summer even at night on my face otherwise I can't get to sleep. This problem is so bad for me, and so embarrasing. I visit the toilets multiple times when in restaurants to cool my ears down, people think I am weird when I splash water over my ears.
I'm 18 years of age, I lead a fairly normal life but have an inability to relax anywhere mainly spouted from my lack of confidence over being slightly overweight and having awful curly hair.
It's kind of a curse to me, as it bothers me a lot. I get no migrains, no headaches. I do smoke, I have a varied diet and don't like sweets very much. I like the odd bottle of wine, however my ears still get red hot when I havn't had any for days. I'm so sick of this problem, and I'm so glad I found this place. If we could all contribute and put together some information regarding this, hopefully we can all get some insight regarding the matter, I'm a webdesigner so maybe can compile a site regarding this.
I think I've got a particuarly bad case though, I can feel my ears getting hot as I type this. It's so infuriating and embarrasing, I pity anyone with it.
I'm glad I found this site, I feel better for sharing this now. Take care guys!
Email hidden -
10th March 2006
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I can hardly believe there is so much about red hot ears on Google. I am a grandmother and have for a few years had bouts of red hot ears.... one at a time or both. It is embarassing. Also, they often get scaly red sore/itchy areas on the skin over the cartiledge areas. For many years I almost always have red palms and soles of my feet. Recently, I have ocassionaly experienced tinglng of one side of my nose, and tonite I am having an off and on tingling sensation just inside my left ear, like a flea is in there or something. I don't have fleas. Neither do my dogs. Any sugestions? Also, do you or anyone you know out there have trouble with irregular heart beat and/or can hear your own heartbeat like a swooshing sound?
I can hardly believe there is so much about red hot ears on Google. I am a grandmother and have for a few years had bouts of red hot ears.... one at a time or both. It is embarassing. Also, they often get scaly red sore/itchy areas on the skin over the cartiledge areas. For many years I almost always have red palms and soles of my feet. Recently, I have ocassionaly experienced tinglng of one side of my nose, and tonite I am having an off and on tingling sensation just inside my left ear, like a flea is in there or something. I don't have fleas. Neither do my dogs. Any sugestions? Also, do you or anyone you know out there have trouble with irregular heart beat and/or can hear your own heartbeat like a swooshing sound?
coolcat Deb -
2nd September 2006
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wow I have the red hot burning hands, feet, ears...but heres my deal when my hands and feet are not red and hot, they are ice cold and a purpleish color....my hole family have the burning feet, and hands. Deb
wow I have the red hot burning hands, feet, ears...but heres my deal when my hands and feet are not red and hot, they are ice cold and a purpleish color....my hole family have the burning feet, and hands. Deb
Anonymous -
1st February 2007
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you might try Panasonic acid a b vitamin. Helped my moms hot feet >>L.
you might try Panasonic acid a b vitamin. Helped my moms hot feet >>L.
hattie-boo the red ear girl -
25th January 2006
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hi
me to i always get a red ear i am 10 years old and i get a red ear betwween 3-9p.m
bi dude to radical to explain
i have never been to a docter about it though !!!!!!!
hi
me to i always get a red ear i am 10 years old and i get a red ear betwween 3-9p.m
bi dude to radical to explain
i have never been to a docter about it though !!!!!!!
Netty -
26th April 2005
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David..I think it is GREAT that you are starting this forum...for this.
I also just signed up.
Also I want to thank " PETERBE.COM " for bringing us all here..with his site.
David..I think it is GREAT that you are starting this forum...for this.
I also just signed up.
Also I want to thank " PETERBE.COM " for bringing us all here..with his site.
Hovverx -
28th April 2005
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Did you know the teeth aren't supposed to touch during the day? Simply touching them together causes the temporalis muscle branches above the ear to contract. A lot of us are clenchers during the day and night, which leads to excess tension in the temporalis muscle. Even just barely touching the teeth during work or whatever will cause temporalis tension. Perhaps relaxation of the temporalis muscles will ease blood flow away from the ear? ...check out the nti-tss bite guard page for good analysis of temporalis tension and a possible solution: www.nti-tss.com
Did you know the teeth aren't supposed to touch during the day? Simply touching them together causes the temporalis muscle branches above the ear to contract. A lot of us are clenchers during the day and night, which leads to excess tension in the temporalis muscle. Even just barely touching the teeth during work or whatever will cause temporalis tension. Perhaps relaxation of the temporalis muscles will ease blood flow away from the ear? ...check out the nti-tss bite guard page for good analysis of temporalis tension and a possible solution: www.nti-tss.com
Peter Bengtsson -
28th April 2005
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I think the percentage of people who suffer from red hot ears is tiny but the percentage of people whose teeth touch to be huge. I have heard of people who have to sleep with gumshields to protect their teeth from destroying each other but nothing about this causing "temporalis tension"
I think the percentage of people who suffer from red hot ears is tiny but the percentage of people whose teeth touch to be huge. I have heard of people who have to sleep with gumshields to protect their teeth from destroying each other but nothing about this causing "temporalis tension"
David -
5th May 2005
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I have recently discovered that when your ear turns red, it will go away if you smoke a few hits of crack cocaine. Easily made from baking soda, cocaine, and a few drops of water.
I have recently discovered that when your ear turns red, it will go away if you smoke a few hits of crack cocaine. Easily made from baking soda, cocaine, and a few drops of water.
angie -
21st May 2005
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Really nice, I guess the
term, "crackhead", derived from
you. Grow up and go to forum
for druggies!
Really nice, I guess the
term, "crackhead", derived from
you. Grow up and go to forum
for druggies!
Netty -
11th May 2005
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David?? LOL. :- O
that was a joke right??
I think it also has to do with elastic. If any of you notice the redness going away at night...watch in the morning...right after you put your under garments on and see if it happens.
David?? LOL. :- O
that was a joke right??
I think it also has to do with elastic. If any of you notice the redness going away at night...watch in the morning...right after you put your under garments on and see if it happens.
Alison -
27th June 2005
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Hovverx: So that must be why I get major headaches when I excessively chew gum. Argh.
Anyway I've had a headache all day today. I overslept which sometimes contributes to them. Had dinner, took an asprin, came to check my email and noticed my left ear started to get extremely hot. So I went to look in the mirror and it was bright red. My other ear is normal. I just assume it came along with the headache.
Nice to know I'm not the only one! It's the first and only time it has ever happened to me though. The tongue thing didn't work at all, and I felt like a goofball doing it.
Maybe I'll try the cocaine thing. ;-)
Hovverx: So that must be why I get major headaches when I excessively chew gum. Argh.
Anyway I've had a headache all day today. I overslept which sometimes contributes to them. Had dinner, took an asprin, came to check my email and noticed my left ear started to get extremely hot. So I went to look in the mirror and it was bright red. My other ear is normal. I just assume it came along with the headache.
Nice to know I'm not the only one! It's the first and only time it has ever happened to me though. The tongue thing didn't work at all, and I felt like a goofball doing it.
Maybe I'll try the cocaine thing. ;-)
tarkem -
27th June 2005
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hi,
I landed on this site googling around kung fu stuff as I practise myself. it's only been roughly a year but I do try to practise at least one to two hours a day and it is doing me great good. I personaly train hard in order to be healthy.
I'm 26 and spent my childhood in china which probably explains my attraction to kung fu. As the rest of my family, I have been very influenced by asian culture.
it's funny to see how each of us express this influence and how two of my bros and I have chosen kung fu whereas other members of the family chose different means.
my youngest bro and my mom for instance do some king of energetic healing, derived from asian medecine and each time I am impressed buy how fast and how well they can put an end to most health problems and get people back on their feet again.
I never had heard of this red ear problem before reading the comments posted here but i do have experienced chronical migrains during my childhood and it was really making my everyday life painful.
I finally got rid of those back in europe when i was a teenager thanks to a very good (IMHO) chinese doctor. No pills, no surgery, it was amazing... and I hardly ever had migrains since (perhaps once or twice in extreme conditions).
I don't believe this has anything to do with magic and I do believe that the asian way of handling health problems is subtile and efficient though very different from ours.
I always go to the doctor when I have to and I admire lot's of our western medecine. But the experience has led me to know that the asian way of doing can somtimes be surprising and is often a lot smoother for the human body.
I don't know if you have experienced read ears again since Peter, and I have not yet visited the earsred website, but since you seem to be opened to asian culture I thought mentioning my experience could maybe help.
Perhaps using chinese or asian methods against this problem could bring new answers. Furthermore I don't think people have anything to loose giving it a try.
good luck to all of you...
hi,
I landed on this site googling around kung fu stuff as I practise myself. it's only been roughly a year but I do try to practise at least one to two hours a day and it is doing me great good. I personaly train hard in order to be healthy.
I'm 26 and spent my childhood in china which probably explains my attraction to kung fu. As the rest of my family, I have been very influenced by asian culture.
it's funny to see how each of us express this influence and how two of my bros and I have chosen kung fu whereas other members of the family chose different means.
my youngest bro and my mom for instance do some king of energetic healing, derived from asian medecine and each time I am impressed buy how fast and how well they can put an end to most health problems and get people back on their feet again.
I never had heard of this red ear problem before reading the comments posted here but i do have experienced chronical migrains during my childhood and it was really making my everyday life painful.
I finally got rid of those back in europe when i was a teenager thanks to a very good (IMHO) chinese doctor. No pills, no surgery, it was amazing... and I hardly ever had migrains since (perhaps once or twice in extreme conditions).
I don't believe this has anything to do with magic and I do believe that the asian way of handling health problems is subtile and efficient though very different from ours.
I always go to the doctor when I have to and I admire lot's of our western medecine. But the experience has led me to know that the asian way of doing can somtimes be surprising and is often a lot smoother for the human body.
I don't know if you have experienced read ears again since Peter, and I have not yet visited the earsred website, but since you seem to be opened to asian culture I thought mentioning my experience could maybe help.
Perhaps using chinese or asian methods against this problem could bring new answers. Furthermore I don't think people have anything to loose giving it a try.
good luck to all of you...
Lucas -
24th September 2005
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my name is Lucas. I get hot red left ear when I read alot and think alot and dont get much sleep. My ear gets really hot and really red. Then it goes away when I am done reading and thinking.
my name is Lucas. I get hot red left ear when I read alot and think alot and dont get much sleep. My ear gets really hot and really red. Then it goes away when I am done reading and thinking.
Jasmine -
2nd October 2005
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Hello, i also get red hot ears. this usally occurs when i'm nervous, have a test coming up or when i realy have to use the restroom. i think i might try the tounge thing.
Hello, i also get red hot ears. this usally occurs when i'm nervous, have a test coming up or when i realy have to use the restroom. i think i might try the tounge thing.
Kimberly -
13th October 2005
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I have been getting read hot ears for a couple months now...
It's highly annoying, and definitely not attractive. I usually wear my hair back so they're exposed. It doesn't help my poker face!!
I tried the tongue thing, and it didn't work. But I'll probably keep trying.
I have been getting read hot ears for a couple months now...
It's highly annoying, and definitely not attractive. I usually wear my hair back so they're exposed. It doesn't help my poker face!!
I tried the tongue thing, and it didn't work. But I'll probably keep trying.
Peter Bengtsson -
13th October 2005
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Try to sit down and relax when you do it. A lot of people prefer to sit on the floor rather than a chair. Give it a go.
Try to sit down and relax when you do it. A lot of people prefer to sit on the floor rather than a chair. Give it a go.
CJ -
18th October 2005
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My 8 yr old son experiences this. He is highly allergic to mulitple things, so we have always thought it was related to an unknown allergen.
My 8 yr old son experiences this. He is highly allergic to mulitple things, so we have always thought it was related to an unknown allergen.
Dave -
21st October 2005
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I have been experiencing this annoying and embarrassing problem for probably 10 years now. I am 34 years old. I also do financial advising, and I tutor a couple of high school students in mathematics. I also teach tennis. I never get red ear while I am teaching tennis. I almost always get red ear while I am tutoring. It seems like it is directly related to the time of day for me. I do my tutoring in the evening after I teach tennis. I also get red ear if I am doing an evening appointment for my financial business. However, I almost never get it during daytime appointments. Furthermore, I seem to get it in the evening after teaching tennis even if I just go home. I get it every night. It usually lasts two hours.
I do think stress is a factor here. What I think happens is that the muscles in the upper back and neck and back of the head get very tense during the day. In the evening hours when I realize my day is winding down I think I actually begin to relax and the blood flow begins to increase. I even wonder if the increased blood flow is the body's natural mechanism to get things back in order. Perhaps it ultimately gets those muscles to relax. I do suffer from some mild but constant anxiety. I constantly feel tension in my neck and shoulders, but I also feel like a physiological hurricane is going on inside my chest cavity. It's like somebody has turned on a switch in me and it just won't go off. I have taken some things for this and I do think it helped the red ear syndrome. I believe that once it quieted my body down it took care of the red ear. I don't like taking psychological medicines, though, so I never stuck with it. One thing I took that was natural was L-5 Hydroxy Tryptophan, which I bought at The Vitamin Store. It did help me in terms of the anxiety, and I believe it helped me for the red ear too. Again, though I didn't want to have to rely on something to control my body. At any rate, I'm not sure if The Vitamin Store still sells it. I believe there was some reason they quit selling it.
One other thing that definitely helped me was getting massage therapy in the neck, head, and upper back areas. Again, this confirms to me that this is a problem caused by too much tension in the head and neck muscles.
Does anybody else feel like maybe their inability to relax is causing this to happen. A lot of people on this website have indicated they are doing mathematical type work. I wonder if people with that type of talent tend to put more stress on themselves just because of their analytical thinking. I always feel like I'm overly self-aware and self-critical, and this of course, leads to stress.
I have been experiencing this annoying and embarrassing problem for probably 10 years now. I am 34 years old. I also do financial advising, and I tutor a couple of high school students in mathematics. I also teach tennis. I never get red ear while I am teaching tennis. I almost always get red ear while I am tutoring. It seems like it is directly related to the time of day for me. I do my tutoring in the evening after I teach tennis. I also get red ear if I am doing an evening appointment for my financial business. However, I almost never get it during daytime appointments. Furthermore, I seem to get it in the evening after teaching tennis even if I just go home. I get it every night. It usually lasts two hours.
I do think stress is a factor here. What I think happens is that the muscles in the upper back and neck and back of the head get very tense during the day. In the evening hours when I realize my day is winding down I think I actually begin to relax and the blood flow begins to increase. I even wonder if the increased blood flow is the body's natural mechanism to get things back in order. Perhaps it ultimately gets those muscles to relax. I do suffer from some mild but constant anxiety. I constantly feel tension in my neck and shoulders, but I also feel like a physiological hurricane is going on inside my chest cavity. It's like somebody has turned on a switch in me and it just won't go off. I have taken some things for this and I do think it helped the red ear syndrome. I believe that once it quieted my body down it took care of the red ear. I don't like taking psychological medicines, though, so I never stuck with it. One thing I took that was natural was L-5 Hydroxy Tryptophan, which I bought at The Vitamin Store. It did help me in terms of the anxiety, and I believe it helped me for the red ear too. Again, though I didn't want to have to rely on something to control my body. At any rate, I'm not sure if The Vitamin Store still sells it. I believe there was some reason they quit selling it.
One other thing that definitely helped me was getting massage therapy in the neck, head, and upper back areas. Again, this confirms to me that this is a problem caused by too much tension in the head and neck muscles.
Does anybody else feel like maybe their inability to relax is causing this to happen. A lot of people on this website have indicated they are doing mathematical type work. I wonder if people with that type of talent tend to put more stress on themselves just because of their analytical thinking. I always feel like I'm overly self-aware and self-critical, and this of course, leads to stress.
Jon -
15th November 2005
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I'm 31, work with computers and find stress and inability to relax build up until it can become anxiety. When I get home I relax and my left ear takes off. Burning right now in fact. Very nice to know other people get this too. thought it might have something to do with bad circulation as mentioned in a previous post.
I'm 31, work with computers and find stress and inability to relax build up until it can become anxiety. When I get home I relax and my left ear takes off. Burning right now in fact. Very nice to know other people get this too. thought it might have something to do with bad circulation as mentioned in a previous post.
Amy -
29th December 2006
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Does anyone else experience an increase in their heart rate while the ear is red and hot?
Does anyone else experience an increase in their heart rate while the ear is red and hot?
MTB -
18th August 2006
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Hi, I believe this is caused by stress which causes tension. I am experiencing tightness in my neck and shoulder muscles since yesterday when I first noticed my ears (mostly right one) getting v red and hot. I have also been carrying my heavy shoulder bag which I think puts more strain on the neck/shoulder area (as well as grocery bags occasionally).
I am also an anxious person by nature, a perfectionist etc... so tend to put a lot of psychological pressure on myself. My assessment is rest (physical) and a change of scene should help.
I feel a bit of tingling and itchiness in random places (around ears, scalp, arms etc.), nothing serious, but it is all related. STRESS, I promise.
Tried the tongue trick, did not work.
I've been through stress symptoms before (many years ago) and I had been experiencing similar symptoms--which I recognise. The ear thing is new (or perhaps I had not noticed it).
No medication, (had TMJ and wore splints in the past), chiropractic work--nothing as is effective as exercise. Makes you feel fit, healthy (physically and mentally) and less stressed. Tried everything in the past and this is the best!! Also got tested (several years ago for all sorts, nothing).
My advice, Rest, exercise, sleep, good food, no caffeine, a glass of wine and a happy outlook. Start by a nice peaceful walk, on the beach (if you are near one), or somewhere close to nature--and take deep breaths.
I will try it again (have been slacking off as my life has been a bit hectic) and report results. Good Luck and don't worry. And if you are worried, have some tests to rule certain things out and to put your mind at ease.
Hi, I believe this is caused by stress which causes tension. I am experiencing tightness in my neck and shoulder muscles since yesterday when I first noticed my ears (mostly right one) getting v red and hot. I have also been carrying my heavy shoulder bag which I think puts more strain on the neck/shoulder area (as well as grocery bags occasionally).
I am also an anxious person by nature, a perfectionist etc... so tend to put a lot of psychological pressure on myself. My assessment is rest (physical) and a change of scene should help.
I feel a bit of tingling and itchiness in random places (around ears, scalp, arms etc.), nothing serious, but it is all related. STRESS, I promise.
Tried the tongue trick, did not work.
I've been through stress symptoms before (many years ago) and I had been experiencing similar symptoms--which I recognise. The ear thing is new (or perhaps I had not noticed it).
No medication, (had TMJ and wore splints in the past), chiropractic work--nothing as is effective as exercise. Makes you feel fit, healthy (physically and mentally) and less stressed. Tried everything in the past and this is the best!! Also got tested (several years ago for all sorts, nothing).
My advice, Rest, exercise, sleep, good food, no caffeine, a glass of wine and a happy outlook. Start by a nice peaceful walk, on the beach (if you are near one), or somewhere close to nature--and take deep breaths.
I will try it again (have been slacking off as my life has been a bit hectic) and report results. Good Luck and don't worry. And if you are worried, have some tests to rule certain things out and to put your mind at ease.
Cheyenne -
24th October 2005
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Hey, My 4 yr old son gets red hot ears also. It makes him so uncomforable and grumpy. I thought it was also related to an unknown allergen and I still believe it is. I stop giving him dairy for a week. Soy milk is good too :) And for days he didn't have any red ears. Until he ate some Butter. Then it happend. Red Hot Ears! But for the last to days he's only had Soy products and BOTH days red ears. So I don't know.. I thought I was onto something... But.. perhaps things in certain combinations cause the reaction!!??! I just don't know, but I don't think it happens just for fun. I think the body must be trying to tell us something! something is going on!!!
Cheyenne
Hey, My 4 yr old son gets red hot ears also. It makes him so uncomforable and grumpy. I thought it was also related to an unknown allergen and I still believe it is. I stop giving him dairy for a week. Soy milk is good too :) And for days he didn't have any red ears. Until he ate some Butter. Then it happend. Red Hot Ears! But for the last to days he's only had Soy products and BOTH days red ears. So I don't know.. I thought I was onto something... But.. perhaps things in certain combinations cause the reaction!!??! I just don't know, but I don't think it happens just for fun. I think the body must be trying to tell us something! something is going on!!!
Cheyenne
Angela -
22nd October 2005
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I have had this problem with my left ear off and on for 16 years and today by finding this site I found that others have had it too!! I used to think it was the last throes of menopause, sort of "hot flashes of the ear" but I am way past that. Now I know I'm not alone with this thing and it probably won't kill me.
I have had this problem with my left ear off and on for 16 years and today by finding this site I found that others have had it too!! I used to think it was the last throes of menopause, sort of "hot flashes of the ear" but I am way past that. Now I know I'm not alone with this thing and it probably won't kill me.
Roy Duffenais -
27th October 2005
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My 3 1/2 year old son has allergies. He also gets a red left ear. Especially after he has played a lot and is tired. He has never complained about it. I ask him if his ear is hot and he says it isn't. Though when I feel them, one is cold and the red one is hot. Very odd. This has never happened to me, but my wife has experienced one hot ear.
My 3 1/2 year old son has allergies. He also gets a red left ear. Especially after he has played a lot and is tired. He has never complained about it. I ask him if his ear is hot and he says it isn't. Though when I feel them, one is cold and the red one is hot. Very odd. This has never happened to me, but my wife has experienced one hot ear.
lindi -
4th November 2005
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Hi, I just came back from the washroom, and when I looked in the mirror I was surprised how bright red my left ear was! I mean very very bright red. So I quickly came back to my computer to look up "red ear" because I thought it may be a symptom of something serious. By the way, I'm an economist, I'm at work, my eyes feel very sensitive and tired, and my teeth are held together with elastics (recovering from a broken jaw). So there must be something to all those observations!!! Thanks for the thread, it was a very interesting read.
Hi, I just came back from the washroom, and when I looked in the mirror I was surprised how bright red my left ear was! I mean very very bright red. So I quickly came back to my computer to look up "red ear" because I thought it may be a symptom of something serious. By the way, I'm an economist, I'm at work, my eyes feel very sensitive and tired, and my teeth are held together with elastics (recovering from a broken jaw). So there must be something to all those observations!!! Thanks for the thread, it was a very interesting read.
mark -
14th November 2005
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I am overjoyed that i,m not crazy I have put up with this condition for about 2 years.It happens every night between 11pm and 1am and some nights the right ear or the left ear or both but always one or the other. It last about 1hour and does not come back till the next night.I have spoken with doctors,neuroligist,medical professors and they all looked at me like I was crazy but i,m not. There are so many of you going through the same torture I am and I truly feel for you. It is time that the medical field listens and does something about it because I can not put up with this every night for the rest of my life.good luck to all and make the people who can do something about it listen!!!!!!!!!!
I am overjoyed that i,m not crazy I have put up with this condition for about 2 years.It happens every night between 11pm and 1am and some nights the right ear or the left ear or both but always one or the other. It last about 1hour and does not come back till the next night.I have spoken with doctors,neuroligist,medical professors and they all looked at me like I was crazy but i,m not. There are so many of you going through the same torture I am and I truly feel for you. It is time that the medical field listens and does something about it because I can not put up with this every night for the rest of my life.good luck to all and make the people who can do something about it listen!!!!!!!!!!
Peter Bengtsson -
14th November 2005
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Mark, so your ears get hot, so what? I'm not trying to argue anything against you, but I'm just curious. When I got one hot ear it was hot but there was no pain and it didn't prevent me from anything such as vision or hearing.
Mark, so your ears get hot, so what? I'm not trying to argue anything against you, but I'm just curious. When I got one hot ear it was hot but there was no pain and it didn't prevent me from anything such as vision or hearing.
Kelly -
17th November 2005
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For years I've been looking for information on this! Our son has had these for about 7-8 yrs at least. He is 10.5 yo. Both ears. Incredibly uncomfortable. Wore ice packs on his ears all the time.
Removed corn syrup and its kin nearly two years ago, and they're nearly all gone. Rarely gets them now. Has been getting them more frequently in the past month or so vs. the past couple years. Otherwise, they've been an rareity.
For years I've been looking for information on this! Our son has had these for about 7-8 yrs at least. He is 10.5 yo. Both ears. Incredibly uncomfortable. Wore ice packs on his ears all the time.
Removed corn syrup and its kin nearly two years ago, and they're nearly all gone. Rarely gets them now. Has been getting them more frequently in the past month or so vs. the past couple years. Otherwise, they've been an rareity.
Kelly -
17th November 2005
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P.S. His pediatrician said it was likely some sort of histamine release. Still, we don't know for certain the exact cause. Though the corn syrup thing seemingly has a connection.
P.S. His pediatrician said it was likely some sort of histamine release. Still, we don't know for certain the exact cause. Though the corn syrup thing seemingly has a connection.
Shayne -
17th November 2005
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I have noticed my left ear get real hot from time to time. It did so today I decided to Google "hot ear" and found this page. The only trends I have noticed for me is it occurs more often when drinking red wine or eating simple sugars such as candy. Since some people mentioned allergies, I will say yes I am allergic to a number of common allergens.
I don't see it as a socially crippling problem as they guy says on the support group web page. Just a minor annoyance.
I have noticed my left ear get real hot from time to time. It did so today I decided to Google "hot ear" and found this page. The only trends I have noticed for me is it occurs more often when drinking red wine or eating simple sugars such as candy. Since some people mentioned allergies, I will say yes I am allergic to a number of common allergens.
I don't see it as a socially crippling problem as they guy says on the support group web page. Just a minor annoyance.
Meghan -
22nd November 2005
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Finally got around to doing some research on this ear thing that has recently come to affect me almost every day. I have always had head aches and migraines, and I also have TMJ. It seems anxiety and tension are also factors. Don't think it is a huge issue, and it's not a ton of suffering, but it is a relief to find out other people deal with this, and I think from now on I'll try the tongue thing, because it worked.
Finally got around to doing some research on this ear thing that has recently come to affect me almost every day. I have always had head aches and migraines, and I also have TMJ. It seems anxiety and tension are also factors. Don't think it is a huge issue, and it's not a ton of suffering, but it is a relief to find out other people deal with this, and I think from now on I'll try the tongue thing, because it worked.
Anonymous -
24th November 2005
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I cant believe how many people have searched the "red ear thing" It just started with me in the last week. It tends to be after dinner(with ion 30 minutes or so) and I almost always have a beer with dinner. I can say I havent slept much or enough lately and I hope it goes away when and of I get caught up on my sleep. Right now my right ear is on fire. I may try dinner without beer tomorrow or for a few nights to see if it changes anything.... I am leaning toward dehydration or lack of sleep(stress) because I wont let my end of the day beer be the problem. ; )
I cant believe how many people have searched the "red ear thing" It just started with me in the last week. It tends to be after dinner(with ion 30 minutes or so) and I almost always have a beer with dinner. I can say I havent slept much or enough lately and I hope it goes away when and of I get caught up on my sleep. Right now my right ear is on fire. I may try dinner without beer tomorrow or for a few nights to see if it changes anything.... I am leaning toward dehydration or lack of sleep(stress) because I wont let my end of the day beer be the problem. ; )
Anonymous -
27th November 2005
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This is very interesting!! My granddaughter is currently experiencing burning red ears, sometimes one then spreading to the other. The GP can't give us an explanation, wondering whether stress and anxiety could contribute
This is very interesting!! My granddaughter is currently experiencing burning red ears, sometimes one then spreading to the other. The GP can't give us an explanation, wondering whether stress and anxiety could contribute
Anonymous -
9th December 2005
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It happens to me at all different times but I did notice it does happen when I am anxious or getting a little upset.
It happens to me at all different times but I did notice it does happen when I am anxious or getting a little upset.
anonymous -
29th November 2005
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Mine started a couple of weeks after I received a flu shot. Any correlation? Don't know. Docs don't know either. Oh well.
Mine started a couple of weeks after I received a flu shot. Any correlation? Don't know. Docs don't know either. Oh well.
shelby -
1st December 2005
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i got this problem after diner. im 14 years old and i dont drink so dont think thats the explanation... i also think it has something to do with stress because my week at school has been stressful (im enrolling in high school)... anyways i'll ask my doc and get back to you!!!
shelby
i got this problem after diner. im 14 years old and i dont drink so dont think thats the explanation... i also think it has something to do with stress because my week at school has been stressful (im enrolling in high school)... anyways i'll ask my doc and get back to you!!!
shelby
Joy -
3rd December 2005
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My grandson's ears get real red too. He also gets small blackouts usually if he's hot or gets up fast. I thought maybe it had to do with the lyme disease that he has had all his life.
My grandson's ears get real red too. He also gets small blackouts usually if he's hot or gets up fast. I thought maybe it had to do with the lyme disease that he has had all his life.
Bazk -
15th December 2005
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This is incredible ! My son whos is 4 yrs old as been complaining (every two or three days) that is right ear is very hot. It concernse me that I cannot do anything about this, so i was searching for this subject in the search engines hoping a Dr. or something would give my wife & I & of course our son some guidence on this annoying problem he has, & hay presto I found this forum GREAT. My search was "4 year old has hot ear" Now is there any Dr. who thinks he/she knows what this problem is ? For an adult its OK, but for a child how can one explain to him that its nothing, i get upset when I know there is nothing I can do about it. Anyway, any help would be great. Thanks all.
This is incredible ! My son whos is 4 yrs old as been complaining (every two or three days) that is right ear is very hot. It concernse me that I cannot do anything about this, so i was searching for this subject in the search engines hoping a Dr. or something would give my wife & I & of course our son some guidence on this annoying problem he has, & hay presto I found this forum GREAT. My search was "4 year old has hot ear" Now is there any Dr. who thinks he/she knows what this problem is ? For an adult its OK, but for a child how can one explain to him that its nothing, i get upset when I know there is nothing I can do about it. Anyway, any help would be great. Thanks all.
Ed Snow -
2nd June 2009
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Ice packs on my ear really helps when it's bad.
Lyme hits kids and it's hard to diagnose. Many kids live with conditions that they think are normal but it's Lyme.
Hope something has been found out by now and he's doing better.
Ice packs on my ear really helps when it's bad.
Lyme hits kids and it's hard to diagnose. Many kids live with conditions that they think are normal but it's Lyme.
Hope something has been found out by now and he's doing better.
BMG -
5th December 2005
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I started having regular episodes about three months ago, when I started grad school—either one or both of my ears turn bright red and hot. I’d say 75% of the time it is one ear or the other, thus 25% of the time both are involved. Occasionally, maybe once a week, it happens early afternoon in class, but the majority of the time it happens between the hours of 5-9 p.m., when my concentration level is at its peak.
The above is the norm without alcohol though. When I drink now, since I started school, my ears flush within two minutes, and stay that way for a good hour or so. Sometimes my entire face turns slightly red and warms, but my ear(s) turn bright red and hot without question.
I am a 24-year-old female who smokes ˝-1 pack a day. My blood pressure has been “iffy” at times (hypertension runs in the family) but for the most part it stays within range. My extremities (e.g. big toe; fingers) go numb/tingle here and there, especially if exposed to the cold, and sometimes turn red; however the red/hot ear(s) happens regardless of the temperature.
Stress? Alcohol? Obvious factors…but who can give either of them up?!?!
Great site; nice to know others deal with this pain-in-the-butt as well.
I started having regular episodes about three months ago, when I started grad school—either one or both of my ears turn bright red and hot. I’d say 75% of the time it is one ear or the other, thus 25% of the time both are involved. Occasionally, maybe once a week, it happens early afternoon in class, but the majority of the time it happens between the hours of 5-9 p.m., when my concentration level is at its peak.
The above is the norm without alcohol though. When I drink now, since I started school, my ears flush within two minutes, and stay that way for a good hour or so. Sometimes my entire face turns slightly red and warms, but my ear(s) turn bright red and hot without question.
I am a 24-year-old female who smokes ˝-1 pack a day. My blood pressure has been “iffy” at times (hypertension runs in the family) but for the most part it stays within range. My extremities (e.g. big toe; fingers) go numb/tingle here and there, especially if exposed to the cold, and sometimes turn red; however the red/hot ear(s) happens regardless of the temperature.
Stress? Alcohol? Obvious factors…but who can give either of them up?!?!
Great site; nice to know others deal with this pain-in-the-butt as well.
BLS -
6th December 2005
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I too have had a problem with this for years, but for some reason I chalked it up to having high blood pressure (which I now have under control with weight loss and I am no longer on medication), but I still have the hot red ear problem. Mine also ususally happens in the afternoon, but usually only one ear. It's very embarrassing and quite uncomfortable. My face also turns red/pink when I drink which is also embarrassing. I too am glad I am not the only one with this problem. If anyone at all finds out what the heck is going on, please post it for us!
I too have had a problem with this for years, but for some reason I chalked it up to having high blood pressure (which I now have under control with weight loss and I am no longer on medication), but I still have the hot red ear problem. Mine also ususally happens in the afternoon, but usually only one ear. It's very embarrassing and quite uncomfortable. My face also turns red/pink when I drink which is also embarrassing. I too am glad I am not the only one with this problem. If anyone at all finds out what the heck is going on, please post it for us!
Sue -
6th December 2005
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Kaisier has no answer. I too get a hot ear, not everyday, but pretty close. I am just sitting at work and all of a sudden my ear gets hot. It will last sometimes for 1/2 hr. I wonder if it's because of high blood pressure (which I have but am taking medicine). I sure wish someone had an answer.
Kaisier has no answer. I too get a hot ear, not everyday, but pretty close. I am just sitting at work and all of a sudden my ear gets hot. It will last sometimes for 1/2 hr. I wonder if it's because of high blood pressure (which I have but am taking medicine). I sure wish someone had an answer.
Rachael -
7th December 2005
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Strange...isn't it?
You may be asking yourself,'what is?'
Well...Theory, Suggestion, as well as just another thought to add to the chain.
My thoughts in theory are scattered, so goes the process of brainstorming. Consideration has been taken from all comments, and so from observation we know it is not mental or having to do with overall performance. I'm thinking membranes, more specifically- meninges. The Connective tissues (more or less) gridlocks, localizing pressure from the conjunction of nerves, most likely located around the cerebellum area.
Susggestion: It may sound silly, but just give it a try... Relax, breath in and out, let go of all bias, stay opened minded. Put 1 hand across the back of your neck at the base of the skull and the other hand across your eyes, leaving them there, close your eyes, remember to breath and repeat 'i forgive' multiple times, at least more than 3(no questions, just do. Doesn't matter if you have forgiving to do or not).
Reverse hand positions, the hand that was across the eyes now across the neck, and the so forth. repeat the 'i forgive'.
Now place the palms of your hands over your eyes and repeat 'i forgive'.
An extra for jaw probs- loosely close your hands, palms facing you, fingers over eyes & thumbs along jaw line(meaty part joining @ lips), do the forgives.
This also helps with headaches.
I would also suggest Magnesium, to relax your muscles, and Mixed Vegetable Supps to get nourishment through to the capalaries. Remember to talk to a Reflexologist(also recommecond Chiropractor who is into reflexology as well as Senses)(Not recommending Medical Doctors because, most likely than not, it will be more pills, made of who knows what along with the Mold and micro-chemicals they don't tell you about, down the throat(know wonder your body doesn't like you, just kidding)).
I hope this helps. It did with me. :)
Strange...isn't it?
You may be asking yourself,'what is?'
Well...Theory, Suggestion, as well as just another thought to add to the chain.
My thoughts in theory are scattered, so goes the process of brainstorming. Consideration has been taken from all comments, and so from observation we know it is not mental or having to do with overall performance. I'm thinking membranes, more specifically- meninges. The Connective tissues (more or less) gridlocks, localizing pressure from the conjunction of nerves, most likely located around the cerebellum area.
Susggestion: It may sound silly, but just give it a try... Relax, breath in and out, let go of all bias, stay opened minded. Put 1 hand across the back of your neck at the base of the skull and the other hand across your eyes, leaving them there, close your eyes, remember to breath and repeat 'i forgive' multiple times, at least more than 3(no questions, just do. Doesn't matter if you have forgiving to do or not).
Reverse hand positions, the hand that was across the eyes now across the neck, and the so forth. repeat the 'i forgive'.
Now place the palms of your hands over your eyes and repeat 'i forgive'.
An extra for jaw probs- loosely close your hands, palms facing you, fingers over eyes & thumbs along jaw line(meaty part joining @ lips), do the forgives.
This also helps with headaches.
I would also suggest Magnesium, to relax your muscles, and Mixed Vegetable Supps to get nourishment through to the capalaries. Remember to talk to a Reflexologist(also recommecond Chiropractor who is into reflexology as well as Senses)(Not recommending Medical Doctors because, most likely than not, it will be more pills, made of who knows what along with the Mold and micro-chemicals they don't tell you about, down the throat(know wonder your body doesn't like you, just kidding)).
I hope this helps. It did with me. :)
Julie -
28th March 2009
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OH My, this works!! Thanks so much. I need to look into your other suggestions...
OH My, this works!! Thanks so much. I need to look into your other suggestions...
Anonymous -
8th December 2005
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My right ear sometimes get read and hot...i always think something bad is going to happen..and usually it does...I was just looking and seeing if i was the only one this was happening 2..Whenever i tell ppl they look at my alittle weird...lol....
My right ear sometimes get read and hot...i always think something bad is going to happen..and usually it does...I was just looking and seeing if i was the only one this was happening 2..Whenever i tell ppl they look at my alittle weird...lol....
Joel -
19th December 2005
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With me, hot red ears are always related to drinking champagne. Tonight I have had two Mimosas. My ears are so hot I had to remove my robe to cool off.
With me, hot red ears are always related to drinking champagne. Tonight I have had two Mimosas. My ears are so hot I had to remove my robe to cool off.
Marcy Hendren -
25th December 2005
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Okay people....this is really weird, but yes! I have the red hot ear too! I did notice that liquor makes it red, but not always, usually when I have had a rough day, much stress, and in the relaxing mode it comes on. It's kinda funny, I always say, someone is talking about me again...and laugh it off. I told my boyfriend I was gonna get on the net and find out what made it happen, and found this website, I was glad to see I was not alone in this weirdness. But let me tell u, I really have a temperature problem, my nose is so cold sometimes I cannot stand it, and my boyfriend says that I have a hot butt too...ha ha really, he sez I radiate heat. So...I suppose my temp gauge is broken or something...in the meantime, I will assume it's just one of those unexplainable things...MERRY CHRISTMAS ALL YOU RED HOT PEOPLE!
Okay people....this is really weird, but yes! I have the red hot ear too! I did notice that liquor makes it red, but not always, usually when I have had a rough day, much stress, and in the relaxing mode it comes on. It's kinda funny, I always say, someone is talking about me again...and laugh it off. I told my boyfriend I was gonna get on the net and find out what made it happen, and found this website, I was glad to see I was not alone in this weirdness. But let me tell u, I really have a temperature problem, my nose is so cold sometimes I cannot stand it, and my boyfriend says that I have a hot butt too...ha ha really, he sez I radiate heat. So...I suppose my temp gauge is broken or something...in the meantime, I will assume it's just one of those unexplainable things...MERRY CHRISTMAS ALL YOU RED HOT PEOPLE!
Carlos -
25th December 2005
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I too am glad that I'm not alone. Anyone have any official words on this? I think it happens when I'm stressed...
I too am glad that I'm not alone. Anyone have any official words on this? I think it happens when I'm stressed...
Chris -
27th December 2005
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I think it's a mix of blood pressure spikes even possible circulation issue and stress.Panic attacks can also cause "red ear(s)" take a ice cube and cool em down (no joke) or take a cool shower and try to relax it works for me anyway.
I also notice if I take a sleeping pill and get alot of rest the next day I usually don't get red/hot ears.And stay away from drinking and smokes you should know better and those bad habits will cause blood pressure issues.
I think it's a mix of blood pressure spikes even possible circulation issue and stress.Panic attacks can also cause "red ear(s)" take a ice cube and cool em down (no joke) or take a cool shower and try to relax it works for me anyway.
I also notice if I take a sleeping pill and get alot of rest the next day I usually don't get red/hot ears.And stay away from drinking and smokes you should know better and those bad habits will cause blood pressure issues.
Mr.Hot Ear -
27th December 2005
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Ya, I just wash my face in cold water, coz not only does my left/right ears get hot my cheeks and lower forehead start to get warm and red too. This is an increase in blood pressure to the head just soak your head in something cold
Ya, I just wash my face in cold water, coz not only does my left/right ears get hot my cheeks and lower forehead start to get warm and red too. This is an increase in blood pressure to the head just soak your head in something cold
J -
5th January 2006
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Weird, I thought this was a personal problem - comforting to know others have it too, but has anyone actually had a diagnosis? I can feel the bottom of my left ear start to burn, it covers my whole ear, then my cheeks and even my eyes feel hot on the inside! I thought it might be hot flashes, but went thru menopause years ago. Blood pressure reads fine, I get so hot I have to fan myself or rinse my face in cold water (when I'm home). Alcohol does bring it on, but I only have a drink maybe every other week. Wow, what is this all about,anyway?
Weird, I thought this was a personal problem - comforting to know others have it too, but has anyone actually had a diagnosis? I can feel the bottom of my left ear start to burn, it covers my whole ear, then my cheeks and even my eyes feel hot on the inside! I thought it might be hot flashes, but went thru menopause years ago. Blood pressure reads fine, I get so hot I have to fan myself or rinse my face in cold water (when I'm home). Alcohol does bring it on, but I only have a drink maybe every other week. Wow, what is this all about,anyway?
Jim -
10th January 2006
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I recently started taking adderall for adhd. I had never experienced this red ear phenomenon until I started the medication. My Dr. told me that he believes it occurs for some when the central nervous system is stimulated (i.e., medication, stress, anxiety etc.,) It is essentially a form of blushing which is also a result of your CNS being stimulated.
I recently started taking adderall for adhd. I had never experienced this red ear phenomenon until I started the medication. My Dr. told me that he believes it occurs for some when the central nervous system is stimulated (i.e., medication, stress, anxiety etc.,) It is essentially a form of blushing which is also a result of your CNS being stimulated.
Brie -
17th January 2006
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Wow! I can't believe this site!! My mom and my fiance tell me to stop calling it the Red Ear because it sounds like I have some disease lol. But it is true! I definitely seem to get a burning feeling in either my left or right ear. I have been on adderall for about 7 years and this has been happening for the past 3 years. It seems to help if I drink lots of water and but a cold pack on my ear. I definitely get ALOT of sleep so that isn't it. I do get stressed out alot though. So maybe it is from stress and dehydration. It sucks whenever I want to drink because "the red ear" almost always starts right after I drink a beer or have some wine. ugh!!! It wouldn't be so bad if it didn't burn. Think you for starting this site now I don't feel like a weirdo! Oh sometimes I feel my feet burn as well. Has anyone experienced this too?
Wow! I can't believe this site!! My mom and my fiance tell me to stop calling it the Red Ear because it sounds like I have some disease lol. But it is true! I definitely seem to get a burning feeling in either my left or right ear. I have been on adderall for about 7 years and this has been happening for the past 3 years. It seems to help if I drink lots of water and but a cold pack on my ear. I definitely get ALOT of sleep so that isn't it. I do get stressed out alot though. So maybe it is from stress and dehydration. It sucks whenever I want to drink because "the red ear" almost always starts right after I drink a beer or have some wine. ugh!!! It wouldn't be so bad if it didn't burn. Think you for starting this site now I don't feel like a weirdo! Oh sometimes I feel my feet burn as well. Has anyone experienced this too?
Chris -
19th January 2006
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I notice i get "hot ear" when gettin when getting wild. I also have noticed I have a lack of consitration, sensitive eyes, and blinking alot. I normally get hot ear in the winter when i have been in the cold for a while. I tryed the chinese tongue trick...didn't work out for me. It would probaly help just to have a cold glass of water and put ice packs on your ears. Try not to wear anything in your ears or put head phones on your ears
I notice i get "hot ear" when gettin when getting wild. I also have noticed I have a lack of consitration, sensitive eyes, and blinking alot. I normally get hot ear in the winter when i have been in the cold for a while. I tryed the chinese tongue trick...didn't work out for me. It would probaly help just to have a cold glass of water and put ice packs on your ears. Try not to wear anything in your ears or put head phones on your ears
Sean -
19th January 2006
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I honestly can't believe this. I just googled "my ear gets red and hot," hilariously, hoping to find some information on this strange, strange thing that has happened to me for at least the least 15 years (I'm 27).
The only explanation I have, after many "experiments," is that my ear (right ear) becoming blood-red and extremely hot is directly related to my blood-sugar levels. I can always tell when my blood-sugar is low because it starts burning, as it is right now. What is helping it stop, as usual? Well, some sugar! I ate a bowl of Fruity Pebbles. Not healthy, sure, but it causes a near-instant (if slow) cooling of the ear. Usually, within an hour, things are back to normal.
At any rate, it's very annoying, and when it happens when I'm out in public, I get constant comments about it. We "Hot Red Ears" (haha) just pine away for an ice-pack most days. It's absolutely insane, and I can't believe I found this site...haha.
Good luck cooling off, guys.
I honestly can't believe this. I just googled "my ear gets red and hot," hilariously, hoping to find some information on this strange, strange thing that has happened to me for at least the least 15 years (I'm 27).
The only explanation I have, after many "experiments," is that my ear (right ear) becoming blood-red and extremely hot is directly related to my blood-sugar levels. I can always tell when my blood-sugar is low because it starts burning, as it is right now. What is helping it stop, as usual? Well, some sugar! I ate a bowl of Fruity Pebbles. Not healthy, sure, but it causes a near-instant (if slow) cooling of the ear. Usually, within an hour, things are back to normal.
At any rate, it's very annoying, and when it happens when I'm out in public, I get constant comments about it. We "Hot Red Ears" (haha) just pine away for an ice-pack most days. It's absolutely insane, and I can't believe I found this site...haha.
Good luck cooling off, guys.
Jamie -
19th January 2006
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I am in awe.. seriously.. Everyone thinks I am crazy >< I usually only get 'Red ear" in the winter. I never notice in the summer if I go get it, I live in Texas so go figure. I'm sitting here with a cold wash cloth trying to cool off. (lol) I looked up a few things on it I also thought it was high blood pressure.. but I read in an article that it has nothing to do with blood pressure, so I don't know what to think. I have been having it at least 4 years, and OMG it is SO annoying. So great to see there are others.. crazy but great. Oh and I am 25 :) I put this site on favorites so I will be back to let everyone know if I find something else! THANKS!
I am in awe.. seriously.. Everyone thinks I am crazy >< I usually only get 'Red ear" in the winter. I never notice in the summer if I go get it, I live in Texas so go figure. I'm sitting here with a cold wash cloth trying to cool off. (lol) I looked up a few things on it I also thought it was high blood pressure.. but I read in an article that it has nothing to do with blood pressure, so I don't know what to think. I have been having it at least 4 years, and OMG it is SO annoying. So great to see there are others.. crazy but great. Oh and I am 25 :) I put this site on favorites so I will be back to let everyone know if I find something else! THANKS!
V -
20th January 2006
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I have always had it. Mostly left ear but sometimes both. Usually happens after eating and before bedtime. I haven't associated it to any particular food though.
I actually have it right now. The tongue thing seemed to work somewhat.
I have always had it. Mostly left ear but sometimes both. Usually happens after eating and before bedtime. I haven't associated it to any particular food though.
I actually have it right now. The tongue thing seemed to work somewhat.
Neeilly -
21st January 2006
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I get it sometimes too. I am in the medical field, cardiology and I have done some research and spoke to many physicians and collegues. All the threads have some validity to them. Alcohol, Blood Sugar Levels, Cold weather, Sleeplessness and Stress can all cause this phenomenon. It is not abnormal, it is just the body's response to a dilation of the blood vessels. Ice can help the burning and throbbing, sometimes the tounge thing will work, but most of all it is harmless and it will go away. I get it and it drives me crazy. I am glad to see there is support and information out there. More accounts of this will help re-enforce that it is a normal human thing.
I get it sometimes too. I am in the medical field, cardiology and I have done some research and spoke to many physicians and collegues. All the threads have some validity to them. Alcohol, Blood Sugar Levels, Cold weather, Sleeplessness and Stress can all cause this phenomenon. It is not abnormal, it is just the body's response to a dilation of the blood vessels. Ice can help the burning and throbbing, sometimes the tounge thing will work, but most of all it is harmless and it will go away. I get it and it drives me crazy. I am glad to see there is support and information out there. More accounts of this will help re-enforce that it is a normal human thing.
Dan -
24th January 2006
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hahahahaa wow ive never heard of anyone else having this... ive had it since i was born, my mom has too
one ear will get blazing hot and red and the other will be completely normal.. not always the same ear though it switches randomly all of the time
e-mail me with info on this if ya could, im curious
hahahahaa wow ive never heard of anyone else having this... ive had it since i was born, my mom has too
one ear will get blazing hot and red and the other will be completely normal.. not always the same ear though it switches randomly all of the time
e-mail me with info on this if ya could, im curious
Dan -
24th January 2006
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heyy question... does anyone else here get lightheaded and start to/ totally black out sometimes when they stand up quick??? moreso when your hot...
anyway i have this AND red ears..
the lightheaded thing happens b/c i have this thing where my blood vessels in my neck dont contract quick enough when i sit up soo blood doesnt get to the brain quick enough lol... but my mom has that too and she has the red ear thing sooo
anyone else?
heyy question... does anyone else here get lightheaded and start to/ totally black out sometimes when they stand up quick??? moreso when your hot...
anyway i have this AND red ears..
the lightheaded thing happens b/c i have this thing where my blood vessels in my neck dont contract quick enough when i sit up soo blood doesnt get to the brain quick enough lol... but my mom has that too and she has the red ear thing sooo
anyone else?
J -
28th January 2006
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Another thing I notice recently - it only happens in the late afternoon or mostly evening. My blood pressure is higher in evening than morning, but not really 'high' by medical standards. I also get pain in my left eye, it's my left ear that gets hot. Ice packs help, but seem to only delay the process. Wish it would just GO AWAY!!!!
Another thing I notice recently - it only happens in the late afternoon or mostly evening. My blood pressure is higher in evening than morning, but not really 'high' by medical standards. I also get pain in my left eye, it's my left ear that gets hot. Ice packs help, but seem to only delay the process. Wish it would just GO AWAY!!!!
jamie -
26th January 2006
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i think its all to do with stress, i get both ears going very red when stressed and just done a night shift. face sometimes goes red also
i think its all to do with stress, i get both ears going very red when stressed and just done a night shift. face sometimes goes red also
Anonymous -
28th January 2006
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JG-I`ve had this since I was in my teens, I`m now 32 and still get it fairly regularly. The symtoms are as generally described with all these cases.With me, I have found that giving up drinking has helped alot as this used to trigger the RES every time. I have also found that more sleep and relaxation help to prevent RES occurrences, however, it does not stop them completely. For me, there are still conditions that trigger it sutch as moving from cold to hot places/buildings, direct sunshine or cooking in a hot kitchen which I often do. Here in UK, central heating does not help the situation too! I have taken some tips though from what differnt people have said and try doing things like taking a walk, loosening my neck and shoulders, using deep breathing or relaxation techniques to help with aleviating the physical and emotional discomfort. Only, there does not seem to be any specific thing that takes it away.It nearly always seems to run it`s own course and may last for an hour or two depending on where I am and the conditions around me. Usually, if I am able to relax in a cooler place and take my mind off it, I have noted that the RES will dissapear quicker, however, I as a particulaly self conscious person, I find it near on impossible to relax or ignor this whilst in the presence of others at work or socially, so in that sense I would agree that this is a pretty lousy condition to have especially if you are affected by comments from other people. In my case, this does nothing for my confidence or lack of it! If you are unaffected by what people notice or say, well great for you, however, you still have RES and I can`t imagine it could be ignored as it is quite uncomfortable. Over the years I have read books and literature concerning health and nutrition and one of the books concerned eating according to your blood type, you may be thinking,what is this guy going on about but just hear me out, the book is called Eat Right for your type and is written by DR Peter J.D Adamo for those interested. It surrounds his study into world categories of blood types, which at the time I had no idea about, my blood type being O type, in short, certain blood types evolved through the consumption of available food scources which if you compare this to the modern world, bears no resemblance to where we all live and what we eat, in my case as a type O, my system and digestion is designed primarily for the consumtion of meat either red ot white and has an intolerance for wheat or gluetin foods ie bread, pasta ect. I can`t say that having read this book that I have totally 100% followed it but there is one thing I am certain of, reduction of wheat type products in my diet has reduced the occurance and intensity of RES along with other problems like stiff joints and over frequent bowle movements(or just shitting all the time to be blunt!) What would interest me would be to know exactly how many of us who suffer RES are type O blood group and how many are not?
Also, I have tried rubbing various types of creams and lotions onto my ear (usually the right one, occasionally both)and have found that a cream called sudocream, which is zinc based and designed to alleviate bed sores, rashes or eczma helps with the burning but is best done at home as it is quite a thick cream and makes your ear look quite white over the redness but not natural. Again I cannot say whether or not it reduces the length of the res attack but will try experimenting with this more and prehaps try measuring the time compared with an attack without cream applied. I have also tried aloe vera which has a similar effect but it has to be a good quality and more expensive type on the market as many are not complete 100% aloe or close. My feeling on finding a solution to this is that there must be some type of drug or product either on the market or within the medical world that can or is able to cause the blood vessels to constrict or reduce in capacity. I am sure there are these type drugs used in surgery? Only, we outside the medical world will not have the knowlege of it or them! To me, if such a drug does exist, surely it can be formed or mixed into a topical lotion that can be rubbed onto the ear to reduce the redness. Otherwise, if this is not the case,we, the sufferers of this will have to consider finding a solution either through self testing or collectively looking at information on the condition.
Excuse me going on about this everyone but I kind of feel that, whats the point of having ideas or knowlegde if we can do anything with it!! It`s great to know there are others out there with this as I would otherwise think it only me!
JG-I`ve had this since I was in my teens, I`m now 32 and still get it fairly regularly. The symtoms are as generally described with all these cases.With me, I have found that giving up drinking has helped alot as this used to trigger the RES every time. I have also found that more sleep and relaxation help to prevent RES occurrences, however, it does not stop them completely. For me, there are still conditions that trigger it sutch as moving from cold to hot places/buildings, direct sunshine or cooking in a hot kitchen which I often do. Here in UK, central heating does not help the situation too! I have taken some tips though from what differnt people have said and try doing things like taking a walk, loosening my neck and shoulders, using deep breathing or relaxation techniques to help with aleviating the physical and emotional discomfort. Only, there does not seem to be any specific thing that takes it away.It nearly always seems to run it`s own course and may last for an hour or two depending on where I am and the conditions around me. Usually, if I am able to relax in a cooler place and take my mind off it, I have noted that the RES will dissapear quicker, however, I as a particulaly self conscious person, I find it near on impossible to relax or ignor this whilst in the presence of others at work or socially, so in that sense I would agree that this is a pretty lousy condition to have especially if you are affected by comments from other people. In my case, this does nothing for my confidence or lack of it! If you are unaffected by what people notice or say, well great for you, however, you still have RES and I can`t imagine it could be ignored as it is quite uncomfortable. Over the years I have read books and literature concerning health and nutrition and one of the books concerned eating according to your blood type, you may be thinking,what is this guy going on about but just hear me out, the book is called Eat Right for your type and is written by DR Peter J.D Adamo for those interested. It surrounds his study into world categories of blood types, which at the time I had no idea about, my blood type being O type, in short, certain blood types evolved through the consumption of available food scources which if you compare this to the modern world, bears no resemblance to where we all live and what we eat, in my case as a type O, my system and digestion is designed primarily for the consumtion of meat either red ot white and has an intolerance for wheat or gluetin foods ie bread, pasta ect. I can`t say that having read this book that I have totally 100% followed it but there is one thing I am certain of, reduction of wheat type products in my diet has reduced the occurance and intensity of RES along with other problems like stiff joints and over frequent bowle movements(or just shitting all the time to be blunt!) What would interest me would be to know exactly how many of us who suffer RES are type O blood group and how many are not?
Also, I have tried rubbing various types of creams and lotions onto my ear (usually the right one, occasionally both)and have found that a cream called sudocream, which is zinc based and designed to alleviate bed sores, rashes or eczma helps with the burning but is best done at home as it is quite a thick cream and makes your ear look quite white over the redness but not natural. Again I cannot say whether or not it reduces the length of the res attack but will try experimenting with this more and prehaps try measuring the time compared with an attack without cream applied. I have also tried aloe vera which has a similar effect but it has to be a good quality and more expensive type on the market as many are not complete 100% aloe or close. My feeling on finding a solution to this is that there must be some type of drug or product either on the market or within the medical world that can or is able to cause the blood vessels to constrict or reduce in capacity. I am sure there are these type drugs used in surgery? Only, we outside the medical world will not have the knowlege of it or them! To me, if such a drug does exist, surely it can be formed or mixed into a topical lotion that can be rubbed onto the ear to reduce the redness. Otherwise, if this is not the case,we, the sufferers of this will have to consider finding a solution either through self testing or collectively looking at information on the condition.
Excuse me going on about this everyone but I kind of feel that, whats the point of having ideas or knowlegde if we can do anything with it!! It`s great to know there are others out there with this as I would otherwise think it only me!
K -
31st January 2006
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hello, i havent read all the comments above, im 15 and my ear burns, it has done for years, its really funny because my nan has always told me its that someone is thinking about me. it doesnt really bother me any more i generally ignore it, on one site it says that your ear burning means that your having a brainwave! hehe a very clever ear i think...the best cure i think is to ignore it, or you could always go Van Gogh and cut it off...but i wouldnt surgest it..i think that would be even more painful!
hello, i havent read all the comments above, im 15 and my ear burns, it has done for years, its really funny because my nan has always told me its that someone is thinking about me. it doesnt really bother me any more i generally ignore it, on one site it says that your ear burning means that your having a brainwave! hehe a very clever ear i think...the best cure i think is to ignore it, or you could always go Van Gogh and cut it off...but i wouldnt surgest it..i think that would be even more painful!
Jack -
4th February 2007
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I have hot-red ears and the only link I've found is sex...for what it's worth
I have hot-red ears and the only link I've found is sex...for what it's worth
-W -H -
1st February 2006
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I just wanted to add that I also have suffered from this problem for most of my life.
It is a daily struggle.
I just wanted to add that I also have suffered from this problem for most of my life.
It is a daily struggle.
Jamie -
3rd February 2006
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I have a question. What are your eating habits? Eat junk food?? I have noticed since I started working out and eating healthy. I no longer have it at all. It has been a month at least since I have had it, every since I have changed my lifestyle.
I have a question. What are your eating habits? Eat junk food?? I have noticed since I started working out and eating healthy. I no longer have it at all. It has been a month at least since I have had it, every since I have changed my lifestyle.
Rob -
4th February 2006
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I also get this red ear phenomenon. I too have a blood type of O. I have high blood pressure and stress. This recently started to me only about 8 months ago off and on. I am 24 years of age. Sometimes it is only my right ear that gets hot, other times both ears. I eat well and keep the junk food to a minimum. I no longer drink. I don't partake in street drugs. I do however smoke cigarettes. I am a christian (coming from a spiritual standpoint). Just curious to what other similarities exist among our red group. Maybe it is more than just a dilation of blood vessels. Look forward to any responses.
I also get this red ear phenomenon. I too have a blood type of O. I have high blood pressure and stress. This recently started to me only about 8 months ago off and on. I am 24 years of age. Sometimes it is only my right ear that gets hot, other times both ears. I eat well and keep the junk food to a minimum. I no longer drink. I don't partake in street drugs. I do however smoke cigarettes. I am a christian (coming from a spiritual standpoint). Just curious to what other similarities exist among our red group. Maybe it is more than just a dilation of blood vessels. Look forward to any responses.
J -
8th February 2006
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Seems we are finding some common bonds here - I also am type O, negative. My blood pressure fluctuates, low in morning, higher in evening. Changed lifestyle about a month ago, cutting sweets altogether, and eating much healthier - having a glass of wine once in a while. The left ear burns with drinking wine, face flushing added. When I am in kitchen cooking, everything facial is red ! My husband calls me 'rosy cheeks'. Also a Christian, don't think that has anything to do with this problem. Rob, you state you have stress - relax and let God handle the stress, he's going to be up all night anyway. If you can control it, do what you know is right and get it done. If you can't control it, let it go, and let God take care of it AND YOU!!! Don't think age has any bearing on this condition - I am 63. God bless everyone. ps. ice packs do help, the tongue thing does not.J
Seems we are finding some common bonds here - I also am type O, negative. My blood pressure fluctuates, low in morning, higher in evening. Changed lifestyle about a month ago, cutting sweets altogether, and eating much healthier - having a glass of wine once in a while. The left ear burns with drinking wine, face flushing added. When I am in kitchen cooking, everything facial is red ! My husband calls me 'rosy cheeks'. Also a Christian, don't think that has anything to do with this problem. Rob, you state you have stress - relax and let God handle the stress, he's going to be up all night anyway. If you can control it, do what you know is right and get it done. If you can't control it, let it go, and let God take care of it AND YOU!!! Don't think age has any bearing on this condition - I am 63. God bless everyone. ps. ice packs do help, the tongue thing does not.J
Katrinavich -
6th February 2006
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I have been getting hot, red ears all my life and so has my brother. I get this mostly in the winter. I use an ice cube or anything cold to cool it off (even pressing my ear against a window when no ice was available). I liked to think that getting a hot, red ear was an evolutionary thing that evolved so that the wax in your ear would melt rather than gather and clog your ear. Unlikely, but it makes me feel better.
I CANNOT sleep with polyester pillow cases or types of pillows that make your ear hot, or it may set it off. I use a 100% down pillow with a 100% cotton cover.
I have been getting hot, red ears all my life and so has my brother. I get this mostly in the winter. I use an ice cube or anything cold to cool it off (even pressing my ear against a window when no ice was available). I liked to think that getting a hot, red ear was an evolutionary thing that evolved so that the wax in your ear would melt rather than gather and clog your ear. Unlikely, but it makes me feel better.
I CANNOT sleep with polyester pillow cases or types of pillows that make your ear hot, or it may set it off. I use a 100% down pillow with a 100% cotton cover.
Dave -
13th February 2007
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Hmmmm...mine started (both sides, sometimes just the left, sometimes just the right) just this summer right after I'd moved into a new apartment and was undergoing a lot of stress. I live in Brooklyn, NY and work in Manhattan and Jersey, so I'm on the subway a lot - always fun to have this happen there. And I have very short hair, so aside from hiding under a ski cap, not much to be done. Anyway, I stumbled upon something the other day while doing a "red ears" search where someone mentioned that they'd contracted a case of contact dermetitis on their ears from a down pillow (improperly sterilized feathers?). Funny thing is - I'd bought 2 new down pillows just about the time this started. Well I chucked them yesterday in favor of 2 hypoallergenics, so we'll see if that has any effect. I'd been travelling in December and not sleeping on them and it did seem to be happening less frequently...I don't know. I'll try to report back in a month or so and let you all know if it helped.
Good luck to everyone here. I know what a royal pain this is...
Hmmmm...mine started (both sides, sometimes just the left, sometimes just the right) just this summer right after I'd moved into a new apartment and was undergoing a lot of stress. I live in Brooklyn, NY and work in Manhattan and Jersey, so I'm on the subway a lot - always fun to have this happen there. And I have very short hair, so aside from hiding under a ski cap, not much to be done. Anyway, I stumbled upon something the other day while doing a "red ears" search where someone mentioned that they'd contracted a case of contact dermetitis on their ears from a down pillow (improperly sterilized feathers?). Funny thing is - I'd bought 2 new down pillows just about the time this started. Well I chucked them yesterday in favor of 2 hypoallergenics, so we'll see if that has any effect. I'd been travelling in December and not sleeping on them and it did seem to be happening less frequently...I don't know. I'll try to report back in a month or so and let you all know if it helped.
Good luck to everyone here. I know what a royal pain this is...
Scott -
7th February 2006
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Very interesting and somewhat comforting to know that I'm not the only one that experiences this. I'm 40 years of age, non-smoker, occasional drinker, O+ blood and have had this sporadically for all my life (one or both ears). I had migranes as a child but grew out of them for the most part, but still get maybe 1 a year. I just started looking around on the Internet after my wife noticed that my son (4 years old) is having the same thing and strangely, it will happen to both of us at the same time. We're both in good physical condition otherwise, but obviously it is something hereditary, and brought on by some environmental conditions - my son doesn't drink alcohol (not till he's 21!!). I'll try to pay more attention as to food or drink and see if there's any common causes between us and report back.
Thanks for everyone's comments!
Very interesting and somewhat comforting to know that I'm not the only one that experiences this. I'm 40 years of age, non-smoker, occasional drinker, O+ blood and have had this sporadically for all my life (one or both ears). I had migranes as a child but grew out of them for the most part, but still get maybe 1 a year. I just started looking around on the Internet after my wife noticed that my son (4 years old) is having the same thing and strangely, it will happen to both of us at the same time. We're both in good physical condition otherwise, but obviously it is something hereditary, and brought on by some environmental conditions - my son doesn't drink alcohol (not till he's 21!!). I'll try to pay more attention as to food or drink and see if there's any common causes between us and report back.
Thanks for everyone's comments!
brutus -
9th February 2006
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This red ear stuff is driving me nuts. I have it in both ears and lately it is happening almost daily. The redness or heat also will go down the back of my neck. No history of migranes. BP is normal to low. Don't know blood type. Had surgery on a ruptured disc in my neck over 10 yrs. ago. I am beginning to think that these two may be connected somehow. When I was young I remember some instances of the red ear, mostly related to being outside in the winter. (Hot to cold or vice versa) I like some of the rest of you am so glad to know that I am not the only one with this problem. I am seriously considering seeing a neurosurgen about the neck thing. Any comments will be appreciated.
This red ear stuff is driving me nuts. I have it in both ears and lately it is happening almost daily. The redness or heat also will go down the back of my neck. No history of migranes. BP is normal to low. Don't know blood type. Had surgery on a ruptured disc in my neck over 10 yrs. ago. I am beginning to think that these two may be connected somehow. When I was young I remember some instances of the red ear, mostly related to being outside in the winter. (Hot to cold or vice versa) I like some of the rest of you am so glad to know that I am not the only one with this problem. I am seriously considering seeing a neurosurgen about the neck thing. Any comments will be appreciated.
Anonymous -
9th February 2006
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Hmmm... very strange to see so many people with this. My left ear gets red and burns whenever I'm tired, or stressed. Both ears get red when I drink. I've also noticed a decrease in sensation in the left side of my face during the episode, haven't seen that mentioned here. For the record, I'm O-, I have ADHD, I do take Adderall, and I have had this (my mother says) almost since birth. She claims it was a tell tale sign that it was nap time! :)
Hmmm... very strange to see so many people with this. My left ear gets red and burns whenever I'm tired, or stressed. Both ears get red when I drink. I've also noticed a decrease in sensation in the left side of my face during the episode, haven't seen that mentioned here. For the record, I'm O-, I have ADHD, I do take Adderall, and I have had this (my mother says) almost since birth. She claims it was a tell tale sign that it was nap time! :)
Anonymous -
10th February 2006
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I also have been experiencing this red ear syndrome. Left, Right and sometimes both. Always at night. Blood type is A-
I take norvasc 5mg for blood pressure last 4 years, but this ear thing has only started in the last month or so.
I do see a chiropractor and was thinking that maybe this had something to do with my neck adjustment that he did last month.
I will ask him the end of this month when I see him.
If it wasn't for the burning it wouldn't be too bad.
I also have been experiencing this red ear syndrome. Left, Right and sometimes both. Always at night. Blood type is A-
I take norvasc 5mg for blood pressure last 4 years, but this ear thing has only started in the last month or so.
I do see a chiropractor and was thinking that maybe this had something to do with my neck adjustment that he did last month.
I will ask him the end of this month when I see him.
If it wasn't for the burning it wouldn't be too bad.
BH -
10th February 2006
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I don't know about any of you, but my right ear hurts when it becomes red and hot, and is very sensitive to touch. It hurts to sleep on it. I believe it may be related to drinking. Best of luck..
I don't know about any of you, but my right ear hurts when it becomes red and hot, and is very sensitive to touch. It hurts to sleep on it. I believe it may be related to drinking. Best of luck..
ALee -
13th March 2009
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Dear BH,
It could be an autoimmune sickness. Please consult an ENT. Good luck and take care.
Dear BH,
It could be an autoimmune sickness. Please consult an ENT. Good luck and take care.
Rob -
10th February 2006
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Fairly certain is has nothing to do with drinking. I personally do not drink alcohol. It may be neurological and related to stress. It seems that my ears, one or two, become most irriated when my emotions get the best of me. As brutus mentioned above with the ruptured disk in his neck, I too have disc problems. I have a par's defect (slipped disk + fractured verterbae) in my lumbar (lower back). Curious to see if anyone else has something similar. Also, does anyone with this red ear condition have any types of other conditions such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, etc. I personally do not have any of the mentioned but maybe the red ear syndrome (RES) is an early tell sign of something. Look forward to the comments.
P.S. Thank you for the direct comments J!
Fairly certain is has nothing to do with drinking. I personally do not drink alcohol. It may be neurological and related to stress. It seems that my ears, one or two, become most irriated when my emotions get the best of me. As brutus mentioned above with the ruptured disk in his neck, I too have disc problems. I have a par's defect (slipped disk + fractured verterbae) in my lumbar (lower back). Curious to see if anyone else has something similar. Also, does anyone with this red ear condition have any types of other conditions such as diabetes, HIV, cancer, etc. I personally do not have any of the mentioned but maybe the red ear syndrome (RES) is an early tell sign of something. Look forward to the comments.
P.S. Thank you for the direct comments J!
J -
13th February 2006
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Hi again Rob, yes, I too have disc problems. Both cervical and lumbar.I've been going to a chiropractor for many, many years now - keeps me away from the surgeon! No diabetes, HIV or cancer that I've ever been diagnosed with. Like Scott, I suffered with migraines. I still get severe headaches that wake me up early in the morning, sometimes with a very painful earache from sleeping on the ear. hmmmmmmmm
Hi again Rob, yes, I too have disc problems. Both cervical and lumbar.I've been going to a chiropractor for many, many years now - keeps me away from the surgeon! No diabetes, HIV or cancer that I've ever been diagnosed with. Like Scott, I suffered with migraines. I still get severe headaches that wake me up early in the morning, sometimes with a very painful earache from sleeping on the ear. hmmmmmmmm
Gail -
15th February 2006
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Am 56 years old and have had red ear experiences as long as I can remember. Have Hepatitis C, bulging cervical disc, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, thyroid dysfunctions, etc., etc.. I have a friend who also has red ear problems and she has thyroid dysfunction, also. I Dont't drink or smoke (used to). Am sitting here now with 2 bright red, painfully hot ears and am glad I found ya'll... Doesn't help my ears but I'm glad to hear I'm not all by my lonesome!!
Am 56 years old and have had red ear experiences as long as I can remember. Have Hepatitis C, bulging cervical disc, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, thyroid dysfunctions, etc., etc.. I have a friend who also has red ear problems and she has thyroid dysfunction, also. I Dont't drink or smoke (used to). Am sitting here now with 2 bright red, painfully hot ears and am glad I found ya'll... Doesn't help my ears but I'm glad to hear I'm not all by my lonesome!!
Mike -
15th February 2006
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Male, 36. Have had episodes of one or both ears suddenly turn bright red and feeling hot for as long as I can remember. Tonight the left ear got hot and red, but this time the left side of my face also felt warm (which I don't remember happening before). I was concerned so I googled and found this site. I was stressed tonighted and I'm a generally anxious person. Had eaten about 3 minutes prior with lots of tabasco, and took two aspirin before also. It's been 1hr 45min and it's starting to cool down a bit, but I still feel it. My girlfriend could actually see the difference in color between my left and right ears.
Male, 36. Have had episodes of one or both ears suddenly turn bright red and feeling hot for as long as I can remember. Tonight the left ear got hot and red, but this time the left side of my face also felt warm (which I don't remember happening before). I was concerned so I googled and found this site. I was stressed tonighted and I'm a generally anxious person. Had eaten about 3 minutes prior with lots of tabasco, and took two aspirin before also. It's been 1hr 45min and it's starting to cool down a bit, but I still feel it. My girlfriend could actually see the difference in color between my left and right ears.
D.S. -
15th February 2006
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I'm 51, and this happened to me today at midday for the first time in my life! It was my left ear, and it was really uncomfortable. After reading this very helpful thread, I suspect the culprit is alcohol. Last night, for the first time in ages, I had some wine and champagne in celebration of Valentine's Day.
I'm 51, and this happened to me today at midday for the first time in my life! It was my left ear, and it was really uncomfortable. After reading this very helpful thread, I suspect the culprit is alcohol. Last night, for the first time in ages, I had some wine and champagne in celebration of Valentine's Day.
EDWIN RODRIGUEZ -
15th February 2006
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I’m also getting this crap every now and then. I’m trying to figure out where it’s coming from and so far I’m thinking that might be coming from people having a little worry or something that's in your mind almost all the time during the day, every day.
What do you think?
I’m also getting this crap every now and then. I’m trying to figure out where it’s coming from and so far I’m thinking that might be coming from people having a little worry or something that's in your mind almost all the time during the day, every day.
What do you think?
RAD -
16th February 2006
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Wow, what a find. My quick dash to google to see if "burning ear" has found me this treasure trove of companion sufferers! I don't remember having this before, although it's possible, but last night my left ear turned crimson, then purple, and was so hot! It stayed the same for two hours, and everyone with me was amazed by it. I laughed it off, and eventually it went away. It was freezing outside, and I was in a warm building - also I'd eaten chocolate for valentines when I've been dairy free for 12+ months. No alcohol that day. Hadn't slept well for a couple of nights. Hmmm this does seem to be a mystery!I keep checking my ear to see if it's happening again! Considering the large amount of possible causes, we need someone to give us a correct diagnosis. Is there a doctor in the house?
Wow, what a find. My quick dash to google to see if "burning ear" has found me this treasure trove of companion sufferers! I don't remember having this before, although it's possible, but last night my left ear turned crimson, then purple, and was so hot! It stayed the same for two hours, and everyone with me was amazed by it. I laughed it off, and eventually it went away. It was freezing outside, and I was in a warm building - also I'd eaten chocolate for valentines when I've been dairy free for 12+ months. No alcohol that day. Hadn't slept well for a couple of nights. Hmmm this does seem to be a mystery!I keep checking my ear to see if it's happening again! Considering the large amount of possible causes, we need someone to give us a correct diagnosis. Is there a doctor in the house?
Susan -
16th February 2006
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My son, who is 6, gets a red, hot right ear at least every week. We use something called a "Chillow." It's an insert for a pillow that has a special gel inside it. You fill this little flat, flexible "pillow" with water and stopper it. The gel holds the water and it has never leaked. You put it under a pillow case and lay on it. It's very cool and it eases his ear discomfort very effectively. I bought mine on ebay but originally saw it in one of those catalogs you find on airplanes. Thought this might help someone.
My son, who is 6, gets a red, hot right ear at least every week. We use something called a "Chillow." It's an insert for a pillow that has a special gel inside it. You fill this little flat, flexible "pillow" with water and stopper it. The gel holds the water and it has never leaked. You put it under a pillow case and lay on it. It's very cool and it eases his ear discomfort very effectively. I bought mine on ebay but originally saw it in one of those catalogs you find on airplanes. Thought this might help someone.
brutus -
17th February 2006
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Has anyone talked to any kind of medical person re this condition? I would really like to find out what is causing this. I still feel that mine has something to do with the surgery that I had on my neck. My neck at times bothers me and feels like it has fever or heat like feelings. I am really enjoying the info from all of you. This makes me feel better. Thought for awhile that I was dreaming all of this up.
Has anyone talked to any kind of medical person re this condition? I would really like to find out what is causing this. I still feel that mine has something to do with the surgery that I had on my neck. My neck at times bothers me and feels like it has fever or heat like feelings. I am really enjoying the info from all of you. This makes me feel better. Thought for awhile that I was dreaming all of this up.
Tracey -
17th February 2006
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I also get the burn. Mine is only in the right ear. It's going on about twice a day (for about a week now). I have a headache that I can't get rid of too. In the past, when the ear quits frying each day, the migraines start up. I look at it as a warning sign to keep the Imitrex handy. I guess the next few weeks won't be fun. The tongue trick doesn't help me much. I do notice lack of sleep and stress are sometimes a trigger. Or maybe I can't sleep and am stressed out because the side of my head is in flames.
I also get the burn. Mine is only in the right ear. It's going on about twice a day (for about a week now). I have a headache that I can't get rid of too. In the past, when the ear quits frying each day, the migraines start up. I look at it as a warning sign to keep the Imitrex handy. I guess the next few weeks won't be fun. The tongue trick doesn't help me much. I do notice lack of sleep and stress are sometimes a trigger. Or maybe I can't sleep and am stressed out because the side of my head is in flames.
sara -
23rd February 2006
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Has anyone found a MEDICAL explanation for this. My ears started doing it last week and its scaring me. Red hot every evening like my body is trying to purge something. Thank you to anyone who replies. I will post anything I find out too.
Has anyone found a MEDICAL explanation for this. My ears started doing it last week and its scaring me. Red hot every evening like my body is trying to purge something. Thank you to anyone who replies. I will post anything I find out too.
sara -
23rd February 2006
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You can e-mail me direct too at sarajane2222@hotmail.com
You can e-mail me direct too at sarajane2222@hotmail.com
Joanna -
23rd February 2006
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I'm 43 and have been experiencing this for about 6 years. First notice was at the end of my pregnancy. At that time there was facial redness/swelling (on left) as well.... Now it's just periodic red ear w/the burning and heat. I have made the correlation to wine drinking (though not when pregnant), and tonight it came on immediately after a stressful episode (related to something I've been mentally obsessing about for some time!). I also clench/grind in my sleep and have had TMJ related issues. My blood pressure is extremely low and my diet is very healthy (mostly home cooked/organic foods.....though I do love my sugar!).
So far it appears to be stress related and probably exascerbated by alchohol.
I'm 43 and have been experiencing this for about 6 years. First notice was at the end of my pregnancy. At that time there was facial redness/swelling (on left) as well.... Now it's just periodic red ear w/the burning and heat. I have made the correlation to wine drinking (though not when pregnant), and tonight it came on immediately after a stressful episode (related to something I've been mentally obsessing about for some time!). I also clench/grind in my sleep and have had TMJ related issues. My blood pressure is extremely low and my diet is very healthy (mostly home cooked/organic foods.....though I do love my sugar!).
So far it appears to be stress related and probably exascerbated by alchohol.
J -
24th February 2006
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Joanna writes <<So far it appears to be stress related and probably exascerbated by alchohol. >> I agree insofar as wine brings on my red ear. Been thinking about the stress factor. I am not under any stress, but I wonder if it can be brought on my suppressing an emotion. I have a tendancy to hold back anger, being very mild mannered the majority of time. Hmmmmmm, any comments group?
Joanna writes <<So far it appears to be stress related and probably exascerbated by alchohol. >> I agree insofar as wine brings on my red ear. Been thinking about the stress factor. I am not under any stress, but I wonder if it can be brought on my suppressing an emotion. I have a tendancy to hold back anger, being very mild mannered the majority of time. Hmmmmmm, any comments group?
Jamie -
24th February 2006
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Well after so many years of feeling alone in this subject ( before finding this site) I noticed that my brother's ear was really red the other day and talked to him about it ( he's 17 I'm 25) and OMG he has it too! He says his only happens when he has been out in the cold and comes in to a warm place. I still think it has something to do with diet though somehow. I haven't had an episode since I started my diet over a month ago. And I used to get it very frequently. Then again I used to get heartburn -alot- and I don't get that anymore either. Odd.
Well after so many years of feeling alone in this subject ( before finding this site) I noticed that my brother's ear was really red the other day and talked to him about it ( he's 17 I'm 25) and OMG he has it too! He says his only happens when he has been out in the cold and comes in to a warm place. I still think it has something to do with diet though somehow. I haven't had an episode since I started my diet over a month ago. And I used to get it very frequently. Then again I used to get heartburn -alot- and I don't get that anymore either. Odd.
Karrie -
24th February 2006
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Hi guys. Wow. Thanks everyone for the tips. I get my red, hot, burning right ear at about 3:00 in the afternoon every day. This happens no matter what I have in my diet; and I also have very normal (if not a little on the low side) blood pressure and get lots of good sleep. I get the ear thing during times when I have absolutely no stress whatsover, and the hotness of it is actually painful to me. One time at work it was hurting me so terribly, that I went in to the kitchen at work and stuck my right ear in the freezer. Today, when I tried the tongue deal, I got some pleasant "chills" if you will, in my head (kind of like the chills you get in your body at times), which I could feel were cooling off my entire head, and consequently, my right ear! Cool! (no pun intended). At any rate, I will be checking out the site mentioned above, and thank you again all of you for your helpful input!
Hi guys. Wow. Thanks everyone for the tips. I get my red, hot, burning right ear at about 3:00 in the afternoon every day. This happens no matter what I have in my diet; and I also have very normal (if not a little on the low side) blood pressure and get lots of good sleep. I get the ear thing during times when I have absolutely no stress whatsover, and the hotness of it is actually painful to me. One time at work it was hurting me so terribly, that I went in to the kitchen at work and stuck my right ear in the freezer. Today, when I tried the tongue deal, I got some pleasant "chills" if you will, in my head (kind of like the chills you get in your body at times), which I could feel were cooling off my entire head, and consequently, my right ear! Cool! (no pun intended). At any rate, I will be checking out the site mentioned above, and thank you again all of you for your helpful input!
Rob -
24th February 2006
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As I had previously mentioned, I do not drink alcohol and yet I still get the RES. I was wondering if anyone, with RES, also has acid reflux problems like myself? Also, was curious if it may be a sign of dehydration. Weather may also play apart because I did not start getting these red ears until last August when the weather turned cool. Now that it is starting to heat up here down south, my episodes have subsided greatly.
As I had previously mentioned, I do not drink alcohol and yet I still get the RES. I was wondering if anyone, with RES, also has acid reflux problems like myself? Also, was curious if it may be a sign of dehydration. Weather may also play apart because I did not start getting these red ears until last August when the weather turned cool. Now that it is starting to heat up here down south, my episodes have subsided greatly.
J -
26th February 2006
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Yes Rob, I have acid reflux too, taking Nexium for it. Sometimes so bad I have to sleep sitting up, can't lay down. However, today the red ear came on when I was bending over to get something out of the freezer. This is crazy.
Yes Rob, I have acid reflux too, taking Nexium for it. Sometimes so bad I have to sleep sitting up, can't lay down. However, today the red ear came on when I was bending over to get something out of the freezer. This is crazy.
Keenan -
26th February 2006
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My nephew is 10 & visits regularly, often has this problem, both his ears get red hot.(He doesn't drink alcohol) I did however, see a program on tv one night that discussed Red Ear, ADD, & ADHD associated with food allergies. Possibly Dateline? Not really sure.
My nephew is 10 & visits regularly, often has this problem, both his ears get red hot.(He doesn't drink alcohol) I did however, see a program on tv one night that discussed Red Ear, ADD, & ADHD associated with food allergies. Possibly Dateline? Not really sure.
Anonymous -
27th February 2006
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I'm 14 years old and one of my ears is constantly getting red and really hot can u help me?
I'm 14 years old and one of my ears is constantly getting red and really hot can u help me?
Brian -
27th February 2006
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Very helpful. I'm 23 and not sure how long exactly this has happened for - but its been at least several years. Generally happens to both ears late at night. They get really hot and really red.
Personally, it doesn't bother me too much. I've always thought it makes me unique and if nothing else, brings up a topic of conversation. My girlfriend thinks it's "cute"...so, there's that.
Points of interest which seem to be relevant and maybe helpful. I have ADHD and take adderal. I'm a financial analyst and work long hours - often with little sleep. My blood type is 'O', but I can't remember if its negative or positive (sorry). I drink on the weekends - but have never noticed a correlation. I don't drink coffee and generally stay away from chocolate and caffeine/sugary things. Migraines run in my family, but I've only had two or three in my life.
Since no one has a better answer, i'm going to just keep my original assumption that it happens to those destined for greatness, like us.
Very helpful. I'm 23 and not sure how long exactly this has happened for - but its been at least several years. Generally happens to both ears late at night. They get really hot and really red.
Personally, it doesn't bother me too much. I've always thought it makes me unique and if nothing else, brings up a topic of conversation. My girlfriend thinks it's "cute"...so, there's that.
Points of interest which seem to be relevant and maybe helpful. I have ADHD and take adderal. I'm a financial analyst and work long hours - often with little sleep. My blood type is 'O', but I can't remember if its negative or positive (sorry). I drink on the weekends - but have never noticed a correlation. I don't drink coffee and generally stay away from chocolate and caffeine/sugary things. Migraines run in my family, but I've only had two or three in my life.
Since no one has a better answer, i'm going to just keep my original assumption that it happens to those destined for greatness, like us.
John -
1st March 2006
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Ok, I will list the following symptoms and what I have found, btw I'm 27 and in pretty good health, but was diagnosed with ADD in high school and took Ritalin for about a year:
1. Hot, red ears
2. Hot, red face and neck
3. Occasional upper chest gets red and hot.
4. Very mild edema swelling in my shins.
5. Occasional throat trouble (almost like it's closing up, but never any breathing trouble).
Bear with me, this is long, but has a point...
So here it goes, I've been to the doc for a couple of problems in the last 3 years. I had horrible stomach pain, still do, several days a week. Usually accompanied by a hurried rush to the toilet for a #2 :). However nothing was ever found, despite colonoscopy and endoscopy, scan, and ultrasound. I was told to de-stress, as the gastro physician tagged my profession with over stressing me and causing irritable bowel syndrome. Fine right...well, it hasn't gone away, but I gave up on it (after spending a lot of $$$ on tests).
A year later I was training for a mini-marathon and had horrible shin pains. Unbearable. Thinking that I might have stress fractures or shin splints I saw my doctor again. They took MRIs and X-rays, even a scan. Well, nothing. All they could see is that "yes" there was swelling. My instructions were to quit running. Fine, I did, but the swelling is still here (more than 1 year later). Now it's not bad swelling, but enough that if I put my finger on either of my shins with some light pressure, I can leave a small divot.
These two problems surfaced in the last three years, and you know what else did, the hot red ear, face, neck, and chest thing. I started to become very aware of it (the hot feeling, and red display).
Yes, drinking triggered it on many occasions, but not all drinking. It was specific beers that were causing me trouble, I have not had trouble with wines. I started to notice that wheat beers were the worst. Not only would I turn red and get hot, but my throat would kind of toughen up and get uncomfortable, thus I would always stop drinking. Funny again though, it doesn't always happen with the beer, but it does most of the time.
Well, just last week I had a bad episode (which led me to this site and others). What were the circumstances? I had a handful of pretzel sticks, and wheat was one of the key ingredients. But looking online it doesn't seem like wheat is a common allergy, so I'm skeptical that it's that simple, but I feel I'm getting closer to figuring this out.
I started putting the pieces together. I read that food allergies or intolerances can cause significant stomach trouble (pain, excessive trips to the stall, etc.). I also read that food allergies can cause fluid retention and edema. This could explain my shins, and the fact that in the last three years I have managed to put on 30 lbs. with relatively no change in activity level (I still go to the gym, just lower impact on the shins), and even less change in my diet (it's perhaps even better than it was 3 years ago).
On top of all of this, a final piece. The last two years my company has provided me with a complete blood screening. Both years my allergen indicator (Eosinophil) was very high...at 5.0 (1.0-3.0 is normal). Funny, even the nurse said, wow, you must be miserable with allergies. I don't get allergies, so I said no, not at all. No hay fever, no nothing. She was somewhat perplexed. The first year I just figured the test was off, but my most recent test indicates the same thing. So given this circumstance I really think that this all may be caused by a food allergen.
I will be contacting an allergist next week, but would like it of some others could respond to this before then. If anyone can pinpoint similar trouble, please let me know. You can send comments to my email if you do not wish to respond here.
Ok, I will list the following symptoms and what I have found, btw I'm 27 and in pretty good health, but was diagnosed with ADD in high school and took Ritalin for about a year:
1. Hot, red ears
2. Hot, red face and neck
3. Occasional upper chest gets red and hot.
4. Very mild edema swelling in my shins.
5. Occasional throat trouble (almost like it's closing up, but never any breathing trouble).
Bear with me, this is long, but has a point...
So here it goes, I've been to the doc for a couple of problems in the last 3 years. I had horrible stomach pain, still do, several days a week. Usually accompanied by a hurried rush to the toilet for a #2 :). However nothing was ever found, despite colonoscopy and endoscopy, scan, and ultrasound. I was told to de-stress, as the gastro physician tagged my profession with over stressing me and causing irritable bowel syndrome. Fine right...well, it hasn't gone away, but I gave up on it (after spending a lot of $$$ on tests).
A year later I was training for a mini-marathon and had horrible shin pains. Unbearable. Thinking that I might have stress fractures or shin splints I saw my doctor again. They took MRIs and X-rays, even a scan. Well, nothing. All they could see is that "yes" there was swelling. My instructions were to quit running. Fine, I did, but the swelling is still here (more than 1 year later). Now it's not bad swelling, but enough that if I put my finger on either of my shins with some light pressure, I can leave a small divot.
These two problems surfaced in the last three years, and you know what else did, the hot red ear, face, neck, and chest thing. I started to become very aware of it (the hot feeling, and red display).
Yes, drinking triggered it on many occasions, but not all drinking. It was specific beers that were causing me trouble, I have not had trouble with wines. I started to notice that wheat beers were the worst. Not only would I turn red and get hot, but my throat would kind of toughen up and get uncomfortable, thus I would always stop drinking. Funny again though, it doesn't always happen with the beer, but it does most of the time.
Well, just last week I had a bad episode (which led me to this site and others). What were the circumstances? I had a handful of pretzel sticks, and wheat was one of the key ingredients. But looking online it doesn't seem like wheat is a common allergy, so I'm skeptical that it's that simple, but I feel I'm getting closer to figuring this out.
I started putting the pieces together. I read that food allergies or intolerances can cause significant stomach trouble (pain, excessive trips to the stall, etc.). I also read that food allergies can cause fluid retention and edema. This could explain my shins, and the fact that in the last three years I have managed to put on 30 lbs. with relatively no change in activity level (I still go to the gym, just lower impact on the shins), and even less change in my diet (it's perhaps even better than it was 3 years ago).
On top of all of this, a final piece. The last two years my company has provided me with a complete blood screening. Both years my allergen indicator (Eosinophil) was very high...at 5.0 (1.0-3.0 is normal). Funny, even the nurse said, wow, you must be miserable with allergies. I don't get allergies, so I said no, not at all. No hay fever, no nothing. She was somewhat perplexed. The first year I just figured the test was off, but my most recent test indicates the same thing. So given this circumstance I really think that this all may be caused by a food allergen.
I will be contacting an allergist next week, but would like it of some others could respond to this before then. If anyone can pinpoint similar trouble, please let me know. You can send comments to my email if you do not wish to respond here.
John -
1st March 2006
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I forgot to mention that I have migraines as well.
I forgot to mention that I have migraines as well.
J -
2nd March 2006
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Hi John, since your post was quite long, this is the part to which I am responding,<<I read that food allergies or intolerances can cause significant stomach trouble (pain, excessive trips to the stall, etc.). I also read that food allergies can cause fluid retention and edema>>.
I agree. I have an intolerance for dairy products and they affect me this way. Even with the Lactaid I have excessive gas and swelling in the summer. So, yes there's a lot to be said for food allergens and I hope you will give us an update after your visit and results. I believe you may be in for a long time of testing, eliminating one type of food after another. I suspect wheat, gluten etc. I know how bloated I feel after eating spaghetti, bread products or similar. [my favorite!!!]
Don't know what effect all of this has on red ear, but maybe we're honing in on something here. Keep us informed, OK? God bless, J
Hi John, since your post was quite long, this is the part to which I am responding,<<I read that food allergies or intolerances can cause significant stomach trouble (pain, excessive trips to the stall, etc.). I also read that food allergies can cause fluid retention and edema>>.
I agree. I have an intolerance for dairy products and they affect me this way. Even with the Lactaid I have excessive gas and swelling in the summer. So, yes there's a lot to be said for food allergens and I hope you will give us an update after your visit and results. I believe you may be in for a long time of testing, eliminating one type of food after another. I suspect wheat, gluten etc. I know how bloated I feel after eating spaghetti, bread products or similar. [my favorite!!!]
Don't know what effect all of this has on red ear, but maybe we're honing in on something here. Keep us informed, OK? God bless, J
Pierre -
16th May 2006
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Hi John !
I don´t mean to scare you but I think you have to check with your doctor for carcinoid (a slow growing cancer). If your symptoms are abdominal discomfort, diarreah and flushing you have to check for hormones produced by a carcinoid tumor. Theese tests include a 24-hour urine collection called 5-HIAA and bloodtest for Chromogranin A+B. I have just the red ears and occasionally the flushing of the upper body but my doctor thinks I have a carcinoid tumor, I will get my testresults next week. Theese tumors can arise in the lungs,stomach and gastro intestinal tract. They are often very small and hard to find with ultrasound, CT and MRI. 10 % of the people with carcinoid tumors never find the original tumor but just the metastases.
I´m telling you this because if you get a correct diagnosis fast you have better chances to fight the tumor succesfully.
Hi John !
I don´t mean to scare you but I think you have to check with your doctor for carcinoid (a slow growing cancer). If your symptoms are abdominal discomfort, diarreah and flushing you have to check for hormones produced by a carcinoid tumor. Theese tests include a 24-hour urine collection called 5-HIAA and bloodtest for Chromogranin A+B. I have just the red ears and occasionally the flushing of the upper body but my doctor thinks I have a carcinoid tumor, I will get my testresults next week. Theese tumors can arise in the lungs,stomach and gastro intestinal tract. They are often very small and hard to find with ultrasound, CT and MRI. 10 % of the people with carcinoid tumors never find the original tumor but just the metastases.
I´m telling you this because if you get a correct diagnosis fast you have better chances to fight the tumor succesfully.
Robin -
27th October 2006
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Hi Pierre,
What were the results of your May 06 bloodtest? Please let us know.
Thanks!
Hi Pierre,
What were the results of your May 06 bloodtest? Please let us know.
Thanks!
Tracey -
2nd March 2006
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Since I get migraines after I go through a few weeks of RES each day. I decided to try my Imitrex before they started up. And it worked. I haven't had a hot ear since I took it (almost 2 weeks now). I also have ADD and allergies. I do drink some alcohol but I can't see that it makes it happen any more offen. I can see where stress does.
Since I get migraines after I go through a few weeks of RES each day. I decided to try my Imitrex before they started up. And it worked. I haven't had a hot ear since I took it (almost 2 weeks now). I also have ADD and allergies. I do drink some alcohol but I can't see that it makes it happen any more offen. I can see where stress does.
Brutus -
6th March 2006
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I have had asthma and lots of allergies for 50 some yrs. All is under control with inhalers and past allergy shots were also helpful. Do believe allergies may be related to our red ears but also have something new to add. I have been doctoring for a week now for fluid in the ears and some sinus infection. I have had a steriod shot and am taking the generic brand of augmentin. Since all of this I have not had any episode with my red ears. My everyday life has been the same except for this illness. I really appreciate all of the comments on this annoying problem with the ears.
I have had asthma and lots of allergies for 50 some yrs. All is under control with inhalers and past allergy shots were also helpful. Do believe allergies may be related to our red ears but also have something new to add. I have been doctoring for a week now for fluid in the ears and some sinus infection. I have had a steriod shot and am taking the generic brand of augmentin. Since all of this I have not had any episode with my red ears. My everyday life has been the same except for this illness. I really appreciate all of the comments on this annoying problem with the ears.
Brutus -
8th March 2006
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Guess I spoke to soon. Its the 8th day of taking the medicine that I thought was helping my ear and now the red ear is back Only one is red this time. Guess since the steriod shot should be wearing off by now that that is what helped my ears. Who knows....I am about to give up on any solution.
Guess I spoke to soon. Its the 8th day of taking the medicine that I thought was helping my ear and now the red ear is back Only one is red this time. Guess since the steriod shot should be wearing off by now that that is what helped my ears. Who knows....I am about to give up on any solution.
Jen -
9th March 2006
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I could fry eggs on my ears they are so hot today! So in my internet search for an answer I came across this posting list-- how odd that there is no explanation for this! For me, sometimes it's one ear, usually my right, but most often it's both. I can't remember now for how long this has been going on, but I'm 35 years old, and I can't remember not having it happen. It's generally on a daily basis, starting in the afternoon around 3-4pm, but it also sometimes kicks in when I drink, and also sometimes when I've had little sleep. Are we space aliens or something? Please let me know if anyone figures this out!
I could fry eggs on my ears they are so hot today! So in my internet search for an answer I came across this posting list-- how odd that there is no explanation for this! For me, sometimes it's one ear, usually my right, but most often it's both. I can't remember now for how long this has been going on, but I'm 35 years old, and I can't remember not having it happen. It's generally on a daily basis, starting in the afternoon around 3-4pm, but it also sometimes kicks in when I drink, and also sometimes when I've had little sleep. Are we space aliens or something? Please let me know if anyone figures this out!
NICK DURHAM -
12th March 2006
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I wonder if we are discussing different syndromes here. RES, as normally discussed by neurologists, is that painful condition usually in one ear - rarely in both. The ear may appear red and have a painful ( but not always burning) sensation which can spread from the area around the ear - and can be excruciating. Just having an ear that turns bright red and may feel hot is not regarded as RES.
The problem with this is syndrome is that it is exactly that - a syndrome not an actual treatable condition.
The sad fact is that having spent much time and money with four different neurologists in Dublin and London(inc the top neurological clinic) none of them could state the cause of this condition. I got different reasons - relapsing polychondritis being one of them. Other suggestions :- it is related to migraine (especially for younger sufferers), or it is associated with upper cervical disorders( (as in cervical spinal area,not cervix) or with temporomandibular joint dysfunction or with trigeminal nerve disorders -the list goes on.
Neurologists are happy to take your money with no guarantee that they have any idea how to cure this.
It is my wife who has suffered from this for some years - she's just had three weeks nonstop most of each day with an extremely painful ear that has spread and is causing her the greatest agony and distress. The doctors have put her on anti-depressants and various calcium blockers (mainly because both medicines in different ways lower the "firing" of the nerves which cause pain) -but they ain't working, and are unlikely to unless a cause ifs found.
She is desperate -and if anyone else out there suffers like she does and has come across an effective remedy please tell me.
Medically there seems to be no answer.
So, we'll try anything.
I wonder if we are discussing different syndromes here. RES, as normally discussed by neurologists, is that painful condition usually in one ear - rarely in both. The ear may appear red and have a painful ( but not always burning) sensation which can spread from the area around the ear - and can be excruciating. Just having an ear that turns bright red and may feel hot is not regarded as RES.
The problem with this is syndrome is that it is exactly that - a syndrome not an actual treatable condition.
The sad fact is that having spent much time and money with four different neurologists in Dublin and London(inc the top neurological clinic) none of them could state the cause of this condition. I got different reasons - relapsing polychondritis being one of them. Other suggestions :- it is related to migraine (especially for younger sufferers), or it is associated with upper cervical disorders( (as in cervical spinal area,not cervix) or with temporomandibular joint dysfunction or with trigeminal nerve disorders -the list goes on.
Neurologists are happy to take your money with no guarantee that they have any idea how to cure this.
It is my wife who has suffered from this for some years - she's just had three weeks nonstop most of each day with an extremely painful ear that has spread and is causing her the greatest agony and distress. The doctors have put her on anti-depressants and various calcium blockers (mainly because both medicines in different ways lower the "firing" of the nerves which cause pain) -but they ain't working, and are unlikely to unless a cause ifs found.
She is desperate -and if anyone else out there suffers like she does and has come across an effective remedy please tell me.
Medically there seems to be no answer.
So, we'll try anything.
Jasmeet Singh -
1st August 2006
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I think Nick you have made a significant observation. Are we all talking about the same thing ? Some people who are talking about the RES seem to be comfortable enough to bother about the social embarassment. While for many like my mother it is the pure agony which over-rides any other characteristic of RES. She had breast cancer 8 years earlier. Her treatment(chemo +radio) seemed to have worked. Now we are getting this RES for a couple of months and the frequency is rapidly going up. Now she seems to be getting this pain 3-4 times a day. The prognosis is seemingly scary. Is there any relationship between cancer and RES ? regards jasmeet, new delhi, india
I think Nick you have made a significant observation. Are we all talking about the same thing ? Some people who are talking about the RES seem to be comfortable enough to bother about the social embarassment. While for many like my mother it is the pure agony which over-rides any other characteristic of RES. She had breast cancer 8 years earlier. Her treatment(chemo +radio) seemed to have worked. Now we are getting this RES for a couple of months and the frequency is rapidly going up. Now she seems to be getting this pain 3-4 times a day. The prognosis is seemingly scary. Is there any relationship between cancer and RES ? regards jasmeet, new delhi, india
brutus -
13th March 2006
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When one or both of my ears gets red, they are beet red and feels like it goes further down my neck, but not as red. I can't really say that this is painful to me, just very irrating. I am now trying to not take anything for everyday aches and pains but tylenol. I have taken a lot of advil, motrin etc. for the common aches and pains. Since I do have allergies this may be a factor with me. My daughter told me that asthmatics are not suppose to take anything but tylenol,so I will try this for a couple of weeks.
When one or both of my ears gets red, they are beet red and feels like it goes further down my neck, but not as red. I can't really say that this is painful to me, just very irrating. I am now trying to not take anything for everyday aches and pains but tylenol. I have taken a lot of advil, motrin etc. for the common aches and pains. Since I do have allergies this may be a factor with me. My daughter told me that asthmatics are not suppose to take anything but tylenol,so I will try this for a couple of weeks.
Mark -
15th March 2006
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J -
17th March 2006
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Excerpt: ""until scientists discover a cure for stress-related vascular instability. No one knows the cause of this phenomenon, which is fairly common in people who are particularly sensitive to the effects of psychological discomfort. "" Yes, I have seen that this is how it affects me. I am in a situation where I get the slightest bit heated, my ear turns red, then my face, sometimes even my nose. I can't explain when I'm questioned, just embarrassed. I don't enjoy the frustration. But, looks like we have to live with it, huh?
Excerpt: ""until scientists discover a cure for stress-related vascular instability. No one knows the cause of this phenomenon, which is fairly common in people who are particularly sensitive to the effects of psychological discomfort. "" Yes, I have seen that this is how it affects me. I am in a situation where I get the slightest bit heated, my ear turns red, then my face, sometimes even my nose. I can't explain when I'm questioned, just embarrassed. I don't enjoy the frustration. But, looks like we have to live with it, huh?
CCCCCrazy -
16th March 2006
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I am a 34 year old Chinese male living in Hong Kong. One of my ears usually turns red hot. So hot that even ice cannot cool it down. Sometimes left ear, sometimes right ear. Seldom both. My siblings do not have the same problem. Not any member of my family. I don't do much exercise, I don't drink regularly, I don't smoke, I am single and a little bit chubby. I know red ears can be caused by stress or alcohol but they are not the only reasons, definitely. It NEVER happens in the morning. Only in the afternoon or evening. Sometimes in the summer (about 30 degrees in Hong Kong, but I am usually in an air-conditioned place), but usually more serious in autumn and winter (about 10 to degrees). When I am outdoor, it occurs less frequently. When I am indoor, in a room with lots of people, then it occurs quite readily. I have lived in Britain for about two years, and I remember I didn't have this red ear symptom during that period. I have asked doctors but they said it's no big deal. I have this strange thing for as long as I can remember. I tried to see if it is related to the air, humidity and temperature of the environment. Well, temperature doesn't seem to play an important role. Maybe humidity. But now I believe that CO2 may be the culprit (a crowded, less ventilated place is the worst for me, even if it's cold). Anyway, it is so great to discover this homepage and now I know that I am not alone - I have never ever seen anyone who has the same symptom. I will try the tongue trick next time when my ear turns red. But then, even if it does not work, I do not mind. To my friends, it's my trademark! No more embarrassment after all these years. Even my barber gets used to it when I am having a haircut! Thank you for reading.
I am a 34 year old Chinese male living in Hong Kong. One of my ears usually turns red hot. So hot that even ice cannot cool it down. Sometimes left ear, sometimes right ear. Seldom both. My siblings do not have the same problem. Not any member of my family. I don't do much exercise, I don't drink regularly, I don't smoke, I am single and a little bit chubby. I know red ears can be caused by stress or alcohol but they are not the only reasons, definitely. It NEVER happens in the morning. Only in the afternoon or evening. Sometimes in the summer (about 30 degrees in Hong Kong, but I am usually in an air-conditioned place), but usually more serious in autumn and winter (about 10 to degrees). When I am outdoor, it occurs less frequently. When I am indoor, in a room with lots of people, then it occurs quite readily. I have lived in Britain for about two years, and I remember I didn't have this red ear symptom during that period. I have asked doctors but they said it's no big deal. I have this strange thing for as long as I can remember. I tried to see if it is related to the air, humidity and temperature of the environment. Well, temperature doesn't seem to play an important role. Maybe humidity. But now I believe that CO2 may be the culprit (a crowded, less ventilated place is the worst for me, even if it's cold). Anyway, it is so great to discover this homepage and now I know that I am not alone - I have never ever seen anyone who has the same symptom. I will try the tongue trick next time when my ear turns red. But then, even if it does not work, I do not mind. To my friends, it's my trademark! No more embarrassment after all these years. Even my barber gets used to it when I am having a haircut! Thank you for reading.
kk -
16th March 2006
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Hi,
I have the same problem too and there is a thumping feeling in my ears when it occurs and i feel the muscle around my ears contracting.
This usually occurs in my right ear and it will spread to my left ear. It is causing me a lot of distress as I just joined a new company and my colleagues think i'm weird and I am very much about to lose my job over something I cannot control.
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Hi,
I have the same problem too and there is a thumping feeling in my ears when it occurs and i feel the muscle around my ears contracting.
This usually occurs in my right ear and it will spread to my left ear. It is causing me a lot of distress as I just joined a new company and my colleagues think i'm weird and I am very much about to lose my job over something I cannot control.
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Anonymous -
16th March 2006
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Hi Fellow Red Ear Partners,
This is crazy. I never realized how many people suffer from this red ear thing. Mine is usually in my left ear and stress does trigger. Alcohol..big time!! I have no clue what this is or how to fix. I have read all the different postings and its seems we all have the stress and drinking in common, but if you notice some people are on meds, some aren't. some have High Blood pressure, most don't. I am in nursing school and have been trying to figure out why my ears get red.. still have no clue. All I know is when I do start drinking I have all my friends pointing out that once again my ear is red. Very annoying. I guess its not harmful, but since noone knows exactly what it is and caused from that leaves room for the possibilty that it may cause harm in the future?? Let me if anyone finds out anything?? Thanks
Red Hot in FL
Hi Fellow Red Ear Partners,
This is crazy. I never realized how many people suffer from this red ear thing. Mine is usually in my left ear and stress does trigger. Alcohol..big time!! I have no clue what this is or how to fix. I have read all the different postings and its seems we all have the stress and drinking in common, but if you notice some people are on meds, some aren't. some have High Blood pressure, most don't. I am in nursing school and have been trying to figure out why my ears get red.. still have no clue. All I know is when I do start drinking I have all my friends pointing out that once again my ear is red. Very annoying. I guess its not harmful, but since noone knows exactly what it is and caused from that leaves room for the possibilty that it may cause harm in the future?? Let me if anyone finds out anything?? Thanks
Red Hot in FL
Debra -
29th March 2006
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I am 48 years old do not drink alcohol and have low blood pressure. The only meds I take are estrogen. Have been getting red hot ear most of my adult life. Sometimes it's one, sometimes both. My nephew also gets it. He has ADHD which some people mentioned having. Like the rest of you I wish we could find the common thread.
I am 48 years old do not drink alcohol and have low blood pressure. The only meds I take are estrogen. Have been getting red hot ear most of my adult life. Sometimes it's one, sometimes both. My nephew also gets it. He has ADHD which some people mentioned having. Like the rest of you I wish we could find the common thread.
Liz -
18th March 2006
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I can't believe I found this site!! I am so excited! My two year old son has been experiencing this weird "red, hot, ear" for about three months. All of a sudden, one ear (usually his left) will get really hot, red (almost purple), and he says,"it's hot." I've been wondering what the heck is going on. It is sooooo comforting to read all of the posts. If anyone finds out new info, please share it. I am going to mention this to his doc. Thanks for sharing.
I can't believe I found this site!! I am so excited! My two year old son has been experiencing this weird "red, hot, ear" for about three months. All of a sudden, one ear (usually his left) will get really hot, red (almost purple), and he says,"it's hot." I've been wondering what the heck is going on. It is sooooo comforting to read all of the posts. If anyone finds out new info, please share it. I am going to mention this to his doc. Thanks for sharing.
tony -
27th March 2006
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glad to find this topic on the internet must have been looking in the wrong place all this time.my 5 yr old boy gets this every night from about t-time (5-6).this coincides with him becoming very irritable and aggressive. he never gets this in the day.reading all these posts is comforting but does anyone know the cause and cure yet?
glad to find this topic on the internet must have been looking in the wrong place all this time.my 5 yr old boy gets this every night from about t-time (5-6).this coincides with him becoming very irritable and aggressive. he never gets this in the day.reading all these posts is comforting but does anyone know the cause and cure yet?
helen -
4th December 2007
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tony - my nephew was recently diagnosed with aspberger's syndrome, which some people have mentioned as a possible cause. he is in his teens, and went most of his life undiagnosed. mostly they thought he had behavioral problems, as he is actually quite bright, and most of the time was so sweet. but every evening, he would get irritable and aggressive, just like you say. i'm not trying to scare you, but it may be worth looking into.
tony - my nephew was recently diagnosed with aspberger's syndrome, which some people have mentioned as a possible cause. he is in his teens, and went most of his life undiagnosed. mostly they thought he had behavioral problems, as he is actually quite bright, and most of the time was so sweet. but every evening, he would get irritable and aggressive, just like you say. i'm not trying to scare you, but it may be worth looking into.
Andria -
6th April 2006
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My left ear will get extremely red and hot, its such a bother sometimes. When I told my doctor and my mother about this they simply laughed and made jokes as if it was funny. I don't find it funny I find it extremely annoying.. but I'm so glad I found this site.. any clues to what might help this stop?
My left ear will get extremely red and hot, its such a bother sometimes. When I told my doctor and my mother about this they simply laughed and made jokes as if it was funny. I don't find it funny I find it extremely annoying.. but I'm so glad I found this site.. any clues to what might help this stop?
kev -
11th April 2006
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I was doing some research about this red ear syndrome and cant find one common cause but i believe mine is caused by temporomandibular joint dysfunction
I was doing some research about this red ear syndrome and cant find one common cause but i believe mine is caused by temporomandibular joint dysfunction
Joe -
15th April 2006
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I am happy I am not alone now. It happens only either in the afternoon at 5pm or at night 8pm. Sometime one year sometime both. It started when I moved to a new province in Canada.
I am happy I am not alone now. It happens only either in the afternoon at 5pm or at night 8pm. Sometime one year sometime both. It started when I moved to a new province in Canada.
felix -
18th April 2006
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I think it is sugar, and excess of all grains (gluten free or not) as they turn to sugar rapidly no matter how healthy the package says they are.
I think it is sugar, and excess of all grains (gluten free or not) as they turn to sugar rapidly no matter how healthy the package says they are.
John -
18th April 2006
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Spoke with my Internist....many of the alcohol related episodes are most likely a histamine reaction...much like an allergic reaction to shellfish. Other triggers could cause the "hot" feeling, not just alcohol. We also discussed that too much insulin and glucose intolerance could be a trigger. (this is a follow up to a post I made above)
Spoke with my Internist....many of the alcohol related episodes are most likely a histamine reaction...much like an allergic reaction to shellfish. Other triggers could cause the "hot" feeling, not just alcohol. We also discussed that too much insulin and glucose intolerance could be a trigger. (this is a follow up to a post I made above)
John -
18th April 2006
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tony...your 5 year old getting "irritable & agressive" could be from the over production of insulin as I just mentioned above, and it appears someone else right before me was on to it as well...if his blood sugar becomes low, he would have those types of reactions. This happens to non-diabetics, so I would guess that may be where you want to investigate a new diet for your 5 year old. But I'm not a doc, so you should find out for yourself.
tony...your 5 year old getting "irritable & agressive" could be from the over production of insulin as I just mentioned above, and it appears someone else right before me was on to it as well...if his blood sugar becomes low, he would have those types of reactions. This happens to non-diabetics, so I would guess that may be where you want to investigate a new diet for your 5 year old. But I'm not a doc, so you should find out for yourself.
Brutus -
18th April 2006
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Update on my red ear problem. I have not had an episode since the first of March. I am only taking tylenol for any aches or pains that I have, other than my regular medicines that I have been taking for the fast heart beat and my COPD. One other thing that I have added to my regimen is over the counter Estroven for hot flashes etc. The time that I started the Estroven and quit taking any pain pill was about the same. Kinda makes me think that the Estroven is what really helped me as I take it twice a day and only take the tylenol when needed. Am so glad that I found this site. Thanks for all the info.
Update on my red ear problem. I have not had an episode since the first of March. I am only taking tylenol for any aches or pains that I have, other than my regular medicines that I have been taking for the fast heart beat and my COPD. One other thing that I have added to my regimen is over the counter Estroven for hot flashes etc. The time that I started the Estroven and quit taking any pain pill was about the same. Kinda makes me think that the Estroven is what really helped me as I take it twice a day and only take the tylenol when needed. Am so glad that I found this site. Thanks for all the info.
kiarash -
20th April 2006
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i am 7 years old and experiencing this from few weeks ago. could any one tell me the reason and how to solve it.
kiarash
i am 7 years old and experiencing this from few weeks ago. could any one tell me the reason and how to solve it.
kiarash
K -
21st April 2006
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wow, i posted a post way back in january and since then there has been loads of posts, at the moment i am currently revising for GCSEs and hav found that my ear is burning a lot more so i think it might have somthing to do with stress, i also get it when i am worried, or really really embarashed but then my whole face goes red anway so its not so noticable. im pretty healthy and dont drink reguarly or smoke and im not allergic to anything, dunno my blood group..hummm
hello to everyone!
wow, i posted a post way back in january and since then there has been loads of posts, at the moment i am currently revising for GCSEs and hav found that my ear is burning a lot more so i think it might have somthing to do with stress, i also get it when i am worried, or really really embarashed but then my whole face goes red anway so its not so noticable. im pretty healthy and dont drink reguarly or smoke and im not allergic to anything, dunno my blood group..hummm
hello to everyone!
K -
21st April 2006
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o yer my sisters all suffer from bad migranes, fortunatly i dont, but none of there ears burn
o yer my sisters all suffer from bad migranes, fortunatly i dont, but none of there ears burn
Scott -
29th April 2006
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WOW! I can't believe all the posts! I'm 39 and have had red ears for about 5 years. Mostly occurs in the late afternoon/early evening, and will ALWAYS occur after a glass of RED WINE. My doctor had no clue what to do about it. I tried the tingue trick and it worked briefly.
WOW! I can't believe all the posts! I'm 39 and have had red ears for about 5 years. Mostly occurs in the late afternoon/early evening, and will ALWAYS occur after a glass of RED WINE. My doctor had no clue what to do about it. I tried the tingue trick and it worked briefly.
suzy -
29th April 2006
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I am 61 years old and never had this ever happen to me until approx 1 year ago, right out of the blue, it can be just one ear at times, either left or right, or can be 2 at a time....its embarressing because people stare at you...I can't hide it as my hair is short...no one seems to have an answer as to why and what causes it.
I am 61 years old and never had this ever happen to me until approx 1 year ago, right out of the blue, it can be just one ear at times, either left or right, or can be 2 at a time....its embarressing because people stare at you...I can't hide it as my hair is short...no one seems to have an answer as to why and what causes it.
Scott -
30th April 2006
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I may be on to something. I've never been a big water drinker, always stuck with diet sode, coffee, or red wine. For the past week I cut all three out, and began drinking 5 20oz bottles of water a day, plus a Claritan at Noon. For the past week, I've only had a few red ear occurances and they were mild compared to past episodes. I'm starting to think that dehydration + allergies trigger red ear. Just a thought, you may want to try it.
I may be on to something. I've never been a big water drinker, always stuck with diet sode, coffee, or red wine. For the past week I cut all three out, and began drinking 5 20oz bottles of water a day, plus a Claritan at Noon. For the past week, I've only had a few red ear occurances and they were mild compared to past episodes. I'm starting to think that dehydration + allergies trigger red ear. Just a thought, you may want to try it.
Cheyenne -
1st May 2006
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Has Anyone got any valuable input from a Dr. on this red ear situation?? My son is 4 and for the last 2 years he's been a victim of red hot ears. One or the other or both! His Dr. , who is a great Dr. , doesn't seem to know what anything about it. But my son is in agony at least once a day for 30 min to a few hours.. He stands with his red ear up against the fridge or window trying to find relief. I just don't know what to do or what the heck is going on!!! what should i do?
Cheyenne
Has Anyone got any valuable input from a Dr. on this red ear situation?? My son is 4 and for the last 2 years he's been a victim of red hot ears. One or the other or both! His Dr. , who is a great Dr. , doesn't seem to know what anything about it. But my son is in agony at least once a day for 30 min to a few hours.. He stands with his red ear up against the fridge or window trying to find relief. I just don't know what to do or what the heck is going on!!! what should i do?
Cheyenne
Barbara -
1st May 2006
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My son is 8 and gets the hot, red ear thing. We noticed it starting last October. He was really sick for six weeks with a fever that wouldn't go away. He was at Childrens's Hospital in Boston and the Infectious Disease unit at the hospital and no one could figure it out. He's fine now but the only leftover is the hot ears. I didn't know if this sickness unleashed something that is still floating around in him. He also gets it at night which would be when his resistence is at its lowest. I have to give him a cold cloth to cool it down. He is very healthy with no other problems and doesn't drink much tonic and drinks lots of water. Glad to know there are others out there.
My son is 8 and gets the hot, red ear thing. We noticed it starting last October. He was really sick for six weeks with a fever that wouldn't go away. He was at Childrens's Hospital in Boston and the Infectious Disease unit at the hospital and no one could figure it out. He's fine now but the only leftover is the hot ears. I didn't know if this sickness unleashed something that is still floating around in him. He also gets it at night which would be when his resistence is at its lowest. I have to give him a cold cloth to cool it down. He is very healthy with no other problems and doesn't drink much tonic and drinks lots of water. Glad to know there are others out there.
Scott -
1st May 2006
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I've spoken to 4 doctors on the subject, and all seem to think that it's triggered by stress/embarrasement/anxiety and is nothing to be alarmed about. I told them that it IS a big deal, especially when in public and people stare!!
I've spoken to 4 doctors on the subject, and all seem to think that it's triggered by stress/embarrasement/anxiety and is nothing to be alarmed about. I told them that it IS a big deal, especially when in public and people stare!!
Dreama -
8th May 2006
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wow! last year i was sitting at my computer and all of a sudden my right ear and surrounding area got really hot. I was so scared I thought it was a stroke or something. doctor said it was premenopause which i don't believe i'm 36. lately my cheeks will get hot and red and occassionaly my ears one or the other will get red and hot. during these times i do notice that i'm very stressed.
wow! last year i was sitting at my computer and all of a sudden my right ear and surrounding area got really hot. I was so scared I thought it was a stroke or something. doctor said it was premenopause which i don't believe i'm 36. lately my cheeks will get hot and red and occassionaly my ears one or the other will get red and hot. during these times i do notice that i'm very stressed.
Quanda -
17th May 2006
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This is crazy!!!!!!At least i don't feel weird all by myself......This has been happening since i started the job i'm currently at now 4 yrs ago. My left ear just gets really hot to the point i have to "Fan It". I really want to know what this means because it gets on my nerves. Can someone please help and post any information if you find out the reason. I hope it not from stress!!!!!
This is crazy!!!!!!At least i don't feel weird all by myself......This has been happening since i started the job i'm currently at now 4 yrs ago. My left ear just gets really hot to the point i have to "Fan It". I really want to know what this means because it gets on my nerves. Can someone please help and post any information if you find out the reason. I hope it not from stress!!!!!
Alan -
18th May 2006
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Well I'm in the club and have been there most of my life (I'm 47 now). The red ear thing has been bothering me more so lately as it has become a nearly daily occurance when before it just happened from time to time. It seems that stress is my big trigger and with my wife in the hospital and it being my busy season at work it has been a daily annoyance. It nearly always starts in my left ear and usually moves to the right too and sometimes then to my cheeks and nose. I'm not embarrassed by it just a tad uncomfortable at times.
My research on it always points to stress and anxiety. Perhaps the stress triggers tightening of small muscles in the C3 area of the spine which has nerve connections to your outer ear.
The tongue thing does seem to work.
I may start getting some massages to relax myself. My wife loves to go and get them and has told me time and again that I should go.
Well hope everyone can keep their redness under control and enjoy life.
Well I'm in the club and have been there most of my life (I'm 47 now). The red ear thing has been bothering me more so lately as it has become a nearly daily occurance when before it just happened from time to time. It seems that stress is my big trigger and with my wife in the hospital and it being my busy season at work it has been a daily annoyance. It nearly always starts in my left ear and usually moves to the right too and sometimes then to my cheeks and nose. I'm not embarrassed by it just a tad uncomfortable at times.
My research on it always points to stress and anxiety. Perhaps the stress triggers tightening of small muscles in the C3 area of the spine which has nerve connections to your outer ear.
The tongue thing does seem to work.
I may start getting some massages to relax myself. My wife loves to go and get them and has told me time and again that I should go.
Well hope everyone can keep their redness under control and enjoy life.
Dani -
20th May 2006
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I am only 13 and this has been happening to me for quite a while. It is always both my ears that turns red and feel hot. I find that I get quite streesed and anxious and it is said that I am a perfectionist (this may have something to do with it). I do a lot of extenction maths and shool work. I havn't noticed any patterns when my ears turn red but I know the last time was at night.
I am only 13 and this has been happening to me for quite a while. It is always both my ears that turns red and feel hot. I find that I get quite streesed and anxious and it is said that I am a perfectionist (this may have something to do with it). I do a lot of extenction maths and shool work. I havn't noticed any patterns when my ears turn red but I know the last time was at night.
Danielle -
14th June 2006
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I am 14 and have been getting hot ears ever since I started high school. There is a lot more stress at my new school which I think may be a major factor as to why my ears turn red and hot.
I have noticed it is mostly at night and it can be both or either one of my ears. I also suffer from headaches and faintishness. Now, whenever I get the hot ear, I am experimenting different ways to make it go away but so far haven't found anything.
I am 14 and have been getting hot ears ever since I started high school. There is a lot more stress at my new school which I think may be a major factor as to why my ears turn red and hot.
I have noticed it is mostly at night and it can be both or either one of my ears. I also suffer from headaches and faintishness. Now, whenever I get the hot ear, I am experimenting different ways to make it go away but so far haven't found anything.
Ellie DeShane -
1st June 2006
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We are a family of red ears. I have had it for years, like 30. My son has had red ear ever since he started cutting teeth at a year old and he is 38 years old now. My 35 year old daughter has it, and her two daughters both have it. I can't say that any thing triggers it off, it can last 20 minutes to 2 hours, any time day or night. I can always start to feel it starting up, and within a matter of minutes it is red hot to the sight and touch. I never knew it had a name. My doctor said he never heard of anything like it when I told him about it. I just happened to see a article in our press about it, then tapped into this page from the web site. Glad to hear there are others like us.
We are a family of red ears. I have had it for years, like 30. My son has had red ear ever since he started cutting teeth at a year old and he is 38 years old now. My 35 year old daughter has it, and her two daughters both have it. I can't say that any thing triggers it off, it can last 20 minutes to 2 hours, any time day or night. I can always start to feel it starting up, and within a matter of minutes it is red hot to the sight and touch. I never knew it had a name. My doctor said he never heard of anything like it when I told him about it. I just happened to see a article in our press about it, then tapped into this page from the web site. Glad to hear there are others like us.
Bobbie -
2nd June 2006
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My 11 yr old son has had this problem with a painful, itchy, burning red ear (left or right) for about 3 years. He also has ADD and gets very easily stressed. I've started treating him with vitamin/mineral supplements, esp. magnesium. He hasn't had a red ear in about a month. He used to get them every day, esp at school, where he was highly stressed. I've also been homeschooling for a month. So, either the minerals, or the lower stress levels, or perhaps both, may be helping. He'll return to regular schooling next Sept (he's changing schools) so I'll be watching closely to see if this problem returns.
My 11 yr old son has had this problem with a painful, itchy, burning red ear (left or right) for about 3 years. He also has ADD and gets very easily stressed. I've started treating him with vitamin/mineral supplements, esp. magnesium. He hasn't had a red ear in about a month. He used to get them every day, esp at school, where he was highly stressed. I've also been homeschooling for a month. So, either the minerals, or the lower stress levels, or perhaps both, may be helping. He'll return to regular schooling next Sept (he's changing schools) so I'll be watching closely to see if this problem returns.
Brutus -
7th June 2006
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Another update. I still have not had a red ear since March of this year. Still not taking anything for pain except tylenol as needed. Stress level in pretty much the same. And still taking hormone replacement of Estroven twice a day. Think this combination of changes in my daily routine has done the trick for me.
Another update. I still have not had a red ear since March of this year. Still not taking anything for pain except tylenol as needed. Stress level in pretty much the same. And still taking hormone replacement of Estroven twice a day. Think this combination of changes in my daily routine has done the trick for me.
Marc -
17th June 2006
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I've read a lot of what everyone here has posted and I thought I'd chime in.
I've had this condition for about 10 years now. My ears are red always now, just sometimes it's very little and sometimes they almost turn purple, but they're always red. The capilaries in my skin are enlarged from the constant bloodflow, so they pretty much stay somewhat red all the time now.
There is no cure, it's caused by an over excited sympathetic nervous system in your brain (same thing that causes heavy sweating/facial blushing)
There is no real rhyme or reason for when your ears go red, mostly it's brought on by social situations, stress, anger, heat, exercise, touching them....or none of the above. Sometimes just thinking about it is enough. That's why you've read some remedies on here that do nothing more than get your mind off of it (tongue to the roof of your mouth, or your hands over your eyes, etc.)The only thing that I've evrer heard of the cures it is a surgical proceedure called ETS, they go in and sever the nerves ending near your spine that cause it. After the sugery you won't sweat as much and you don't blush. I haven't considered the surgery yet, but I would like to hear from people that have.
I've read a lot of what everyone here has posted and I thought I'd chime in.
I've had this condition for about 10 years now. My ears are red always now, just sometimes it's very little and sometimes they almost turn purple, but they're always red. The capilaries in my skin are enlarged from the constant bloodflow, so they pretty much stay somewhat red all the time now.
There is no cure, it's caused by an over excited sympathetic nervous system in your brain (same thing that causes heavy sweating/facial blushing)
There is no real rhyme or reason for when your ears go red, mostly it's brought on by social situations, stress, anger, heat, exercise, touching them....or none of the above. Sometimes just thinking about it is enough. That's why you've read some remedies on here that do nothing more than get your mind off of it (tongue to the roof of your mouth, or your hands over your eyes, etc.)The only thing that I've evrer heard of the cures it is a surgical proceedure called ETS, they go in and sever the nerves ending near your spine that cause it. After the sugery you won't sweat as much and you don't blush. I haven't considered the surgery yet, but I would like to hear from people that have.
Amanda -
20th June 2006
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My son is 12 and has been getting red ears virtually since birth, so I don't think it's stress. Sometimes it's just one ear, and sometimes both. It seems to go away for a while, then he gets it quite regularly again. At the moment, it's happening again and he is desperate to stop it ... but from what many of you say, he will just have to put up with it forever. I thought it could be triggered by sitting near the heater as he seems to get it more on one side (it's winter here in Australia). Are there any medical opinions on this out there - our family doctor just thought we were nuts!!!
My son is 12 and has been getting red ears virtually since birth, so I don't think it's stress. Sometimes it's just one ear, and sometimes both. It seems to go away for a while, then he gets it quite regularly again. At the moment, it's happening again and he is desperate to stop it ... but from what many of you say, he will just have to put up with it forever. I thought it could be triggered by sitting near the heater as he seems to get it more on one side (it's winter here in Australia). Are there any medical opinions on this out there - our family doctor just thought we were nuts!!!
mark -
16th July 2006
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Hi all, I had a really severe case of this last night at a social function. I wanted to split because of embarrassment, but because of the occassion I hung in there. I'm 47 and have basically had this all of my life. I first noticed it as a very young child. My folks used to wash our hair and then put us in front of a heater. I got chill blains on my ears as a consequence. Temperature is then definately an issue and always will be. I get red ears and very, very extremely hot ones at times on both ears. Because of the temperature thing I've never owned a heater, nor ever had a heated house. If I'm in a heated place I have to move to the furthest part of the room very quickly. Curiously for me I only get hot red ears in winter as in summer even on the hottest days I am not affected. I live in Sydney, Australia and its gets very hot here in summer.
I am bald and wear glasses so the hot red ears thing is a major form of embarrassment as you can imagine if you suffer from it. I'm sure I suffer from ADD though I've never had this tested. This is exacerbated though when in social situations when the red ear thing is happening, like last night. I can't relax in social situations when it occurs not only because of the embarrassment but also because of the pain which then feeds into lack of concentration etc, etc.
Despite being bald I am in fact good looking with good features so that is an upside. Still though when the extreme red ear thing happens I become so self conscious that I'd rather hide than be in ANY social situation.
Other time frames of the 'dreaded red' usually happen at night and rarely during the day. But I guess thats because I've acclimatised myself the 'temperature' situations.
I'm 'very fit' although I smoke a fair bit and drink lots of beer at times. I know that - that is a contradiction - being fit and smoking and drinking, but there you go.
My pain was so bad recently from 'hot ears' that i started putting ice on my ears. It kinda worked for momentary relief. I had to do this when I was trying to sleep and the pain was SO bad. Sleeping on either ear exacerbates the situation obviously. So only sleeping on your back will help. But for comfort reasons that is not practicable.
Anyway, the tongue thing worked!! Well for now and I'll keep trying it! Perhaps it is a 'yin and yang' thing. Balancing your body?
I am currently single but again I've never had problems with the opposite sex. Another contradiction!
There is a fair amount of paranioa in the above I guess but life is about being your best and being comfortable in all situations, social and otherwise.
The dreaded red ear definately holds me back. It is painful, physically and socially.
But its not all there is in life and not all there is to it. If i'm aflicted to it for ever more I'll grin and bear it and try to hang in there in all situations, painful though that may be at times. The world is and can be a beautiful place. There is many other people out there with greater problems than I.
But I'm so glad I googled this site! Its great to hear others are afflicted by the same thing and through communication perhaps we can work it out?
Peace to all!
Mark from Sydney, Australia!
Hi all, I had a really severe case of this last night at a social function. I wanted to split because of embarrassment, but because of the occassion I hung in there. I'm 47 and have basically had this all of my life. I first noticed it as a very young child. My folks used to wash our hair and then put us in front of a heater. I got chill blains on my ears as a consequence. Temperature is then definately an issue and always will be. I get red ears and very, very extremely hot ones at times on both ears. Because of the temperature thing I've never owned a heater, nor ever had a heated house. If I'm in a heated place I have to move to the furthest part of the room very quickly. Curiously for me I only get hot red ears in winter as in summer even on the hottest days I am not affected. I live in Sydney, Australia and its gets very hot here in summer.
I am bald and wear glasses so the hot red ears thing is a major form of embarrassment as you can imagine if you suffer from it. I'm sure I suffer from ADD though I've never had this tested. This is exacerbated though when in social situations when the red ear thing is happening, like last night. I can't relax in social situations when it occurs not only because of the embarrassment but also because of the pain which then feeds into lack of concentration etc, etc.
Despite being bald I am in fact good looking with good features so that is an upside. Still though when the extreme red ear thing happens I become so self conscious that I'd rather hide than be in ANY social situation.
Other time frames of the 'dreaded red' usually happen at night and rarely during the day. But I guess thats because I've acclimatised myself the 'temperature' situations.
I'm 'very fit' although I smoke a fair bit and drink lots of beer at times. I know that - that is a contradiction - being fit and smoking and drinking, but there you go.
My pain was so bad recently from 'hot ears' that i started putting ice on my ears. It kinda worked for momentary relief. I had to do this when I was trying to sleep and the pain was SO bad. Sleeping on either ear exacerbates the situation obviously. So only sleeping on your back will help. But for comfort reasons that is not practicable.
Anyway, the tongue thing worked!! Well for now and I'll keep trying it! Perhaps it is a 'yin and yang' thing. Balancing your body?
I am currently single but again I've never had problems with the opposite sex. Another contradiction!
There is a fair amount of paranioa in the above I guess but life is about being your best and being comfortable in all situations, social and otherwise.
The dreaded red ear definately holds me back. It is painful, physically and socially.
But its not all there is in life and not all there is to it. If i'm aflicted to it for ever more I'll grin and bear it and try to hang in there in all situations, painful though that may be at times. The world is and can be a beautiful place. There is many other people out there with greater problems than I.
But I'm so glad I googled this site! Its great to hear others are afflicted by the same thing and through communication perhaps we can work it out?
Peace to all!
Mark from Sydney, Australia!
mark -
16th July 2006
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I meant its great to hear others suffer from the same thing and are prepared to write about it. I wouldn't wish this on anyone as I know how painful and embarrassing it can potentially be.
Reading all of the comments above has given me perspective and I'll definately do lots more about my health and wellbeing.
Life is short and we should have the best fun, be as good as we can be and help each other all that we can.
Ciao,
Mark
I meant its great to hear others suffer from the same thing and are prepared to write about it. I wouldn't wish this on anyone as I know how painful and embarrassing it can potentially be.
Reading all of the comments above has given me perspective and I'll definately do lots more about my health and wellbeing.
Life is short and we should have the best fun, be as good as we can be and help each other all that we can.
Ciao,
Mark
Justin -
17th July 2006
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I too experience a hot-ear, in my right ear only, generally accompanied by a unilateral headache (but not a migraine or conventional headache - so doctors think I'm crazy when I explain this). I don't drink at all and my overall blood pressure is normal.
My red/painful ear started when I was about 24 years old, and it used to be extrememly annoying and painful, lasting 2-4 hours at a time, sometimes more than once a day. Thankfully now that I eat a little better and get some excercise, the pain is generally down to about an hour at a time. I remember getting similar headaches when I was quitting marijuana, though I don't think its tied to that since I haven't done it in years now. They did seem to start again when I was in a car-accident.
I have found various forms of temporary relief, as the hot-ear thing happens to me very regularly, at least several times a week, generally lasting an hour or so. One thing that works well is to get a cup of ice water, let it get really cold, and then dip a Q-tip in it for a minute and then stick the Q-tip in the hot-ear. Obviously the Q-tip heats back up quickly, but after doing this a dozen times or so it actually made it feel all better. (In a pinch once my wife actually jammed a frozen baby carrot in my ear, which also helped pretty good since it stayed cold for awhile.)
Another thing is that my massage therapist pointed out that it sounds muscular to her, and showed me where a muscle on the side of my head above my ear is. Of course rubbing the muscle during the pain only makes it worse (please see if this is a very sensitive muscle on you as well!), but if I remember to massage it a bit while there is no pain, it seems to help prevent the pain later in some cases. My massage therapist did say NOT to use heat or ice on that muscle due to where it is at. Besides, I've tried an ice pack over the ear/head area in general and it only helps while the ice pack is on, and it heats right back up afterward.
Due to the pain only lasting 1-3 hours I would sometimes take a painkiller (at least something as strong as a Percocet, anything less didn't touch the pain -- Darvocet, Tylonol-3, Ibuprofen 800 were all a joke) however I would get a residual effect the next day and the red/painful ear/headache would come back with a vengence, so I don't recommend prescription painkillers, even only occassionally for treatment of the red-ear.
I can't wait to try the 'tounge-trick' to see if it works, even though I'm sure it really has nothing to do with diverting energy.
I'll bookmark this page, as this seems to be current with other people having the same issue. Too bad the link at the top is broken!
I too experience a hot-ear, in my right ear only, generally accompanied by a unilateral headache (but not a migraine or conventional headache - so doctors think I'm crazy when I explain this). I don't drink at all and my overall blood pressure is normal.
My red/painful ear started when I was about 24 years old, and it used to be extrememly annoying and painful, lasting 2-4 hours at a time, sometimes more than once a day. Thankfully now that I eat a little better and get some excercise, the pain is generally down to about an hour at a time. I remember getting similar headaches when I was quitting marijuana, though I don't think its tied to that since I haven't done it in years now. They did seem to start again when I was in a car-accident.
I have found various forms of temporary relief, as the hot-ear thing happens to me very regularly, at least several times a week, generally lasting an hour or so. One thing that works well is to get a cup of ice water, let it get really cold, and then dip a Q-tip in it for a minute and then stick the Q-tip in the hot-ear. Obviously the Q-tip heats back up quickly, but after doing this a dozen times or so it actually made it feel all better. (In a pinch once my wife actually jammed a frozen baby carrot in my ear, which also helped pretty good since it stayed cold for awhile.)
Another thing is that my massage therapist pointed out that it sounds muscular to her, and showed me where a muscle on the side of my head above my ear is. Of course rubbing the muscle during the pain only makes it worse (please see if this is a very sensitive muscle on you as well!), but if I remember to massage it a bit while there is no pain, it seems to help prevent the pain later in some cases. My massage therapist did say NOT to use heat or ice on that muscle due to where it is at. Besides, I've tried an ice pack over the ear/head area in general and it only helps while the ice pack is on, and it heats right back up afterward.
Due to the pain only lasting 1-3 hours I would sometimes take a painkiller (at least something as strong as a Percocet, anything less didn't touch the pain -- Darvocet, Tylonol-3, Ibuprofen 800 were all a joke) however I would get a residual effect the next day and the red/painful ear/headache would come back with a vengence, so I don't recommend prescription painkillers, even only occassionally for treatment of the red-ear.
I can't wait to try the 'tounge-trick' to see if it works, even though I'm sure it really has nothing to do with diverting energy.
I'll bookmark this page, as this seems to be current with other people having the same issue. Too bad the link at the top is broken!
dominick -
19th July 2006
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I have periodically suffered from red, hot ears and red cheeks. was getting them every single day at about 2:30 pm. They would last well into the night. Very annoying and embarassing. I know some of you reading this have the same condition. If you are like me, your condition is caused by a combination of Stress, Poor Nutrition, Lack Of Sleep.
Try this:
Get 8 hours of sleep -
Eat better foods: Salads and vegetables are a must. Don't even think about fast food! Yuk! Go to Subway instead and get a tossed salad with some baked chicken.
Exercise: First thing in the morning is best (do 20 minutes on the treadmill, etc. Weightlifting is very good)
Take it easy. Try to reduce your stress level. Don't let so many things bother you. (Red ears can add to your stress, remind yourself that you are in the process of curing them)
I really hope this helps some of you.
Good Luck
I have periodically suffered from red, hot ears and red cheeks. was getting them every single day at about 2:30 pm. They would last well into the night. Very annoying and embarassing. I know some of you reading this have the same condition. If you are like me, your condition is caused by a combination of Stress, Poor Nutrition, Lack Of Sleep.
Try this:
Get 8 hours of sleep -
Eat better foods: Salads and vegetables are a must. Don't even think about fast food! Yuk! Go to Subway instead and get a tossed salad with some baked chicken.
Exercise: First thing in the morning is best (do 20 minutes on the treadmill, etc. Weightlifting is very good)
Take it easy. Try to reduce your stress level. Don't let so many things bother you. (Red ears can add to your stress, remind yourself that you are in the process of curing them)
I really hope this helps some of you.
Good Luck
mark -
22nd July 2006
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Hi all, I think I'm onto something? A herbal remedy I've been researching after reading lots and lots. I've tried it and it has given me relief and makes sense based on some of the cross references I've been doing against scientific journals and studies. I'll do more personal tests over the next couple of days and then post back. It has to do with applying this remedy onto the affected area, the ear(s).
I've done it once to a very painful, red, hot, itching ear and so far after about 5 minutes my ear returned to 'normal'. Though 'normal' is a relative concept for me unfortunately over the past week because I've been having some really painful sessions.
I want to emulate the experience/experiment and remedy over the next couple days and will then ask you guys to do the same.
Fingers crossed! Whatever the outcome though I'll report and post back in a couple of days.
regards
Mark
Hi all, I think I'm onto something? A herbal remedy I've been researching after reading lots and lots. I've tried it and it has given me relief and makes sense based on some of the cross references I've been doing against scientific journals and studies. I'll do more personal tests over the next couple of days and then post back. It has to do with applying this remedy onto the affected area, the ear(s).
I've done it once to a very painful, red, hot, itching ear and so far after about 5 minutes my ear returned to 'normal'. Though 'normal' is a relative concept for me unfortunately over the past week because I've been having some really painful sessions.
I want to emulate the experience/experiment and remedy over the next couple days and will then ask you guys to do the same.
Fingers crossed! Whatever the outcome though I'll report and post back in a couple of days.
regards
Mark
mark -
25th July 2006
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Sorry guys, false alarm. I have in fact a chilblain and probably to a lesser extent the 'red ear syndrome'. But it is the chilblain that gives me trouble when the cold weather kicks in. This afliction is even more painful I'd suggest than the red ear stuff? I've read hundreds of web pages on both chilblains and red ear links. I'm not so sure that there is a 'fix' for these things but I'll keep reading and searching and will report back about any useful information I can find out. I can say though that this hurts like hell!
regards
Mark
Sorry guys, false alarm. I have in fact a chilblain and probably to a lesser extent the 'red ear syndrome'. But it is the chilblain that gives me trouble when the cold weather kicks in. This afliction is even more painful I'd suggest than the red ear stuff? I've read hundreds of web pages on both chilblains and red ear links. I'm not so sure that there is a 'fix' for these things but I'll keep reading and searching and will report back about any useful information I can find out. I can say though that this hurts like hell!
regards
Mark
Justin -
28th July 2006
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The tongue thing doesn't work for me... and I don't think it is related to food but I may be wrong. I have had days where I have fasted (not eaten all day) and still experienced the hot ear thing. Though fasting is a good way to get rid of other aches and pains and identify food allergies! I found out I have a slight allergy to milk - and I was always wondering why I woke up stuffed up! I will keep this page bookmarked and update it if I have any definite success.
The tongue thing doesn't work for me... and I don't think it is related to food but I may be wrong. I have had days where I have fasted (not eaten all day) and still experienced the hot ear thing. Though fasting is a good way to get rid of other aches and pains and identify food allergies! I found out I have a slight allergy to milk - and I was always wondering why I woke up stuffed up! I will keep this page bookmarked and update it if I have any definite success.
DB -
31st July 2006
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Hi everyone, my right ear started getting red hot about 2 years ago. It gets so bad at times it turns purple. Purple ear that's what my buddies call me when I get upset. Stress is a major cause for me. I have seen doctors with no help and no one seems to have an answer.
Hi everyone, my right ear started getting red hot about 2 years ago. It gets so bad at times it turns purple. Purple ear that's what my buddies call me when I get upset. Stress is a major cause for me. I have seen doctors with no help and no one seems to have an answer.
Brutus -
7th August 2006
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Just lettin you all know. I have not had any problems with the red ear since I quit taking anything containing aspirin. Years ago I broke out with terrible hives from taking too much aspirin. I have used aspirin from time to time with no hive problem but I really do think that my allergy to the aspirin may be why my ears get red since I have no red ears since March of this year. I am pretty well convinced of this but also am still holding my breath.
Just lettin you all know. I have not had any problems with the red ear since I quit taking anything containing aspirin. Years ago I broke out with terrible hives from taking too much aspirin. I have used aspirin from time to time with no hive problem but I really do think that my allergy to the aspirin may be why my ears get red since I have no red ears since March of this year. I am pretty well convinced of this but also am still holding my breath.
J -
16th August 2006
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Hi all, haven't written a post since March. Seems like the warmer weather has eliminated the red ear??? Hardly likely, since reading about others in warm climates who still suffer. Well, not sure what's going on, but I have not had an episode for several months, even after drinking some white wine, gave up the red. I am also now taking Zoloft which really, really helps relieve the depression. My self-imposed stress level has decreased now. Wonder if there's a connection there. I wish we could get a doctor in on these comments. I would love to see a cure for the youngsters. Us, too, but especially the little ones.
God bless,
J
Hi all, haven't written a post since March. Seems like the warmer weather has eliminated the red ear??? Hardly likely, since reading about others in warm climates who still suffer. Well, not sure what's going on, but I have not had an episode for several months, even after drinking some white wine, gave up the red. I am also now taking Zoloft which really, really helps relieve the depression. My self-imposed stress level has decreased now. Wonder if there's a connection there. I wish we could get a doctor in on these comments. I would love to see a cure for the youngsters. Us, too, but especially the little ones.
God bless,
J
Rick -
22nd August 2006
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My ears feel like that were on fire again, so i finally decided to Google. I found this site...I thought something strange was going on with me since everytime i tell my doctor about it he has this puzzle look on his face..runs a bunch of test and says I have high cholestrol. yeah but what about the ears Doc? I have brown skin and my ears our red..wuz up wit dat.
My ears feel like that were on fire again, so i finally decided to Google. I found this site...I thought something strange was going on with me since everytime i tell my doctor about it he has this puzzle look on his face..runs a bunch of test and says I have high cholestrol. yeah but what about the ears Doc? I have brown skin and my ears our red..wuz up wit dat.
Anonymous -
31st August 2006
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I have had the same problem for 10+ years. I dislocated my shoulder back then and ever since, when I get really stressed or my back/neck/shoulder is bothering me, I get a very red ear on my left side. My neice is a physical therapist and she says it could have to do with the muscles in my neck tightening up so much that it effects my ear in this way. When it is bothering me it usually only lasts less than an hour. Sometimes a heat pack on my back and neck help it or even an ice pack. It works for me, but it is pretty embarassing when I'm working or out in public and someone points it out. Oh,well. Guess it could be worse. Dawn
I have had the same problem for 10+ years. I dislocated my shoulder back then and ever since, when I get really stressed or my back/neck/shoulder is bothering me, I get a very red ear on my left side. My neice is a physical therapist and she says it could have to do with the muscles in my neck tightening up so much that it effects my ear in this way. When it is bothering me it usually only lasts less than an hour. Sometimes a heat pack on my back and neck help it or even an ice pack. It works for me, but it is pretty embarassing when I'm working or out in public and someone points it out. Oh,well. Guess it could be worse. Dawn
afro jones -
17th September 2006
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Hey, i just turned 17 and have had this problem for about a year and a half now. I didn't really notice it until I really started to look at myself in the mirror (im really vain), starting in march of this year. All I know is that this problem has caused a lot of trouble for me.
My episodes last for up to two hours (in fact, I just had a two hour flare up of my left ear). Generally speaking, my left ear turns red more often than the right one, but sometimes both will turn red simultaneously.
I can definately identify triggers: heat, exercise, anticoagulants (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc.), niacin, stress, and the consumption of certain foods. I play the trumpet in a pretty high register, and my parents would naturally take pictures of me during concerts. I looked at the pictures recently, and almost all of them show the dreaded red ears. They are flushed to the point where it looks like someone dropped red paint on them, as I often put it. Still, looking at earlier photos of myself in sixth and seventh grade playing the trumpet, my ears perfectly matched my skin color. I also achieved a deep tan when i was younger without worrying about any red ears.
Symptoms include headaches, irritability, inability to concentrate, and sometimes I move in all jittery motions if its really bad. That only happens if i hit them, though. I work hard in school and the summer months have been so miserable this year, as the red ears seem to make me even more hot. I went to a dermatologist and he said that it was my way of expelling heat. If your body is trying to release heat through the ears, then why would you feel hotter? I don't get it.
Im a good-looking guy and get a bit of attention from girls in my school, but when they realize my ear problem, they are so turned off...it's a bit of a shame, i guess. I think that the side-effects of irritability and headaches are worse, though. Since I have really long hair, I can grow it even more to cover my ears, but that won't change the fact that my side-effects still exist.
I soon discovered the possibility that I could have a rare disease called "Erythromelalgia," where various parts of the body may turn red, swell, and become excruciatingly painful. I didn't feel so much pain in my ears when they became red, but I kept it as a possibility. The Erythromelalgia site listed aspirin as a cure to the flare-ups, so I tried it. Still, aspirin seemed to exacerbate my problems. (Someone seemed to mention above that his ear was purple and hurt...erythromelalgia can make the skin turn purple.) There are so many diseases that can cause flushing, such as Rosacea and just blushing. My mom's face turns all red all the time, so perhaps this is a manifestation of the same genetic trait. I soon contemplated the possibility of Rosacea of the ears, getting all worked up about treating it in time to counteract the spread of the disease. Rosacea can also increase the size of the nose, so I really freaked out when I learned about that one. I had myself convinced that I had permanent redness for a while. Then it went away and I felt really stupid...
I don't think I have rosacea, but its still a possibility. Im going to the same dermatologist to get it checked out soon. I don't put water on my ears, and sleeping on my side and chilling out have helped me immensely. The erythromelalgia site said that putting water on the ears would cause more flushing in the long run, so I wouldn't want to end up realizing that I had it all along. For some reason, keeping the ears dry all day has helped.
For the record, I have CAPD, another neurological condition that affects my ability to "find words," and could not hear until the age of seven, when tubes were put in my ears. Also, I don't know if this affected it at all, but my mom used to claw her fingernail into my ears to get rid of dry wax (i know, its disgusting). Maybe this ruptured some blood vessels in my ear and started the whole thing.
I have just started to try the tongue thing, and maybe it was just a coincidence that it worked. Still, I have faith in it, so I'll keep trying it.
I don't know if this thing is spreading, and hope that wouldn't be the case. I'm an extreme perfectionist and always put myself down, so maybe I'm just noticing this more than everyone else is, but it still has to stop. I already feel so much better about myself knowing that there are so many other people who share problems similar to mine, and now that im not so embarrassed to share it with an internet community. I do feel that we can't just accept that it could be worse, a problem is still a problem. It has to be treated. I think it is kind of strange that i have developed this in the middle of my teenage years and never had problems with it previously. Apparently, my face turns a bit red when playing hard on my instrument, but I think thats cool because it shows im working hard. As long as it doesnt turn as red as my ears, i dont care.
Oh, and my doctor is all like, "your friends wont care" and "youre making a bigger deal of it than it actually is," so i just blew him off (rejected!) and changed doctors. Maybe this one will give me more insight. Either way, the doctors will say that I am perfectly healthy, but id rather say to them, "NO IM NOT!" Im a bit worried right now because some of my skin has been peeling around my ears, which is kind of bothering me. This is definately related. Other things that could be related are my eyes, which are often bloodshot, no matter how much visine i use (since im generally pretty chill, people think im blazed all the time because of it). This led me to think that i had ocular rosacea and the normal rosacea on the ears, which had me freaked out in no time. I can't identify what i really have, so i think i will just leave this like this.
Thanks everyone for contributing, together we can possibly make something work. We may be a minority, but we can find ways to cope with this nasty.
If I find any more info on red ears, I'll be sure to send it in.
"Afro Jones"
Hey, i just turned 17 and have had this problem for about a year and a half now. I didn't really notice it until I really started to look at myself in the mirror (im really vain), starting in march of this year. All I know is that this problem has caused a lot of trouble for me.
My episodes last for up to two hours (in fact, I just had a two hour flare up of my left ear). Generally speaking, my left ear turns red more often than the right one, but sometimes both will turn red simultaneously.
I can definately identify triggers: heat, exercise, anticoagulants (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc.), niacin, stress, and the consumption of certain foods. I play the trumpet in a pretty high register, and my parents would naturally take pictures of me during concerts. I looked at the pictures recently, and almost all of them show the dreaded red ears. They are flushed to the point where it looks like someone dropped red paint on them, as I often put it. Still, looking at earlier photos of myself in sixth and seventh grade playing the trumpet, my ears perfectly matched my skin color. I also achieved a deep tan when i was younger without worrying about any red ears.
Symptoms include headaches, irritability, inability to concentrate, and sometimes I move in all jittery motions if its really bad. That only happens if i hit them, though. I work hard in school and the summer months have been so miserable this year, as the red ears seem to make me even more hot. I went to a dermatologist and he said that it was my way of expelling heat. If your body is trying to release heat through the ears, then why would you feel hotter? I don't get it.
Im a good-looking guy and get a bit of attention from girls in my school, but when they realize my ear problem, they are so turned off...it's a bit of a shame, i guess. I think that the side-effects of irritability and headaches are worse, though. Since I have really long hair, I can grow it even more to cover my ears, but that won't change the fact that my side-effects still exist.
I soon discovered the possibility that I could have a rare disease called "Erythromelalgia," where various parts of the body may turn red, swell, and become excruciatingly painful. I didn't feel so much pain in my ears when they became red, but I kept it as a possibility. The Erythromelalgia site listed aspirin as a cure to the flare-ups, so I tried it. Still, aspirin seemed to exacerbate my problems. (Someone seemed to mention above that his ear was purple and hurt...erythromelalgia can make the skin turn purple.) There are so many diseases that can cause flushing, such as Rosacea and just blushing. My mom's face turns all red all the time, so perhaps this is a manifestation of the same genetic trait. I soon contemplated the possibility of Rosacea of the ears, getting all worked up about treating it in time to counteract the spread of the disease. Rosacea can also increase the size of the nose, so I really freaked out when I learned about that one. I had myself convinced that I had permanent redness for a while. Then it went away and I felt really stupid...
I don't think I have rosacea, but its still a possibility. Im going to the same dermatologist to get it checked out soon. I don't put water on my ears, and sleeping on my side and chilling out have helped me immensely. The erythromelalgia site said that putting water on the ears would cause more flushing in the long run, so I wouldn't want to end up realizing that I had it all along. For some reason, keeping the ears dry all day has helped.
For the record, I have CAPD, another neurological condition that affects my ability to "find words," and could not hear until the age of seven, when tubes were put in my ears. Also, I don't know if this affected it at all, but my mom used to claw her fingernail into my ears to get rid of dry wax (i know, its disgusting). Maybe this ruptured some blood vessels in my ear and started the whole thing.
I have just started to try the tongue thing, and maybe it was just a coincidence that it worked. Still, I have faith in it, so I'll keep trying it.
I don't know if this thing is spreading, and hope that wouldn't be the case. I'm an extreme perfectionist and always put myself down, so maybe I'm just noticing this more than everyone else is, but it still has to stop. I already feel so much better about myself knowing that there are so many other people who share problems similar to mine, and now that im not so embarrassed to share it with an internet community. I do feel that we can't just accept that it could be worse, a problem is still a problem. It has to be treated. I think it is kind of strange that i have developed this in the middle of my teenage years and never had problems with it previously. Apparently, my face turns a bit red when playing hard on my instrument, but I think thats cool because it shows im working hard. As long as it doesnt turn as red as my ears, i dont care.
Oh, and my doctor is all like, "your friends wont care" and "youre making a bigger deal of it than it actually is," so i just blew him off (rejected!) and changed doctors. Maybe this one will give me more insight. Either way, the doctors will say that I am perfectly healthy, but id rather say to them, "NO IM NOT!" Im a bit worried right now because some of my skin has been peeling around my ears, which is kind of bothering me. This is definately related. Other things that could be related are my eyes, which are often bloodshot, no matter how much visine i use (since im generally pretty chill, people think im blazed all the time because of it). This led me to think that i had ocular rosacea and the normal rosacea on the ears, which had me freaked out in no time. I can't identify what i really have, so i think i will just leave this like this.
Thanks everyone for contributing, together we can possibly make something work. We may be a minority, but we can find ways to cope with this nasty.
If I find any more info on red ears, I'll be sure to send it in.
"Afro Jones"
Peter Bengtsson -
17th September 2006
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Wow! You've really thought about this. I don't have any other advice than that you continue to grow. You're just a teenager still and a lot is going to change. Not just your appearance but also your pace-of-life which might mean that you care less about your appearance and think more about your personality. Not getting stuck in thinking about it is likely to take the negative focus away from the issue and maybe that will slowly stop the ear from getting so hot.
Keep trying with the tongue trick. I think it can work as a supplement to meditation/relaxation. In fact, I bet that if you just switch off for a while and sit down on the floor, close your eyes and chill for 5 minutes the problem will go away a great deal.
On that note, have you considered visiting a doctor of chinese medicine? I'm not saying that they're better or worse than your "western" doctors but at least it's different. They won't just give you another pill but perhaps ask you more about your food and life in general which could be a large contributing factor to your condition.
Wow! You've really thought about this. I don't have any other advice than that you continue to grow. You're just a teenager still and a lot is going to change. Not just your appearance but also your pace-of-life which might mean that you care less about your appearance and think more about your personality. Not getting stuck in thinking about it is likely to take the negative focus away from the issue and maybe that will slowly stop the ear from getting so hot.
Keep trying with the tongue trick. I think it can work as a supplement to meditation/relaxation. In fact, I bet that if you just switch off for a while and sit down on the floor, close your eyes and chill for 5 minutes the problem will go away a great deal.
On that note, have you considered visiting a doctor of chinese medicine? I'm not saying that they're better or worse than your "western" doctors but at least it's different. They won't just give you another pill but perhaps ask you more about your food and life in general which could be a large contributing factor to your condition.
Paul -
20th September 2006
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I'm a red ear sufferer too, have been as long as I can remember. In the past 2 years
I've developed chronic fatigue and I've found out that I have a hormone imbalance, high cortisol(stress response hormone), low DHEA and melatonin. I usually get a hot ear before I get sick or when I'm run down, so my theory is that the red ear is some type of reaction to high cortisol levels... opinions?
I'm a red ear sufferer too, have been as long as I can remember. In the past 2 years
I've developed chronic fatigue and I've found out that I have a hormone imbalance, high cortisol(stress response hormone), low DHEA and melatonin. I usually get a hot ear before I get sick or when I'm run down, so my theory is that the red ear is some type of reaction to high cortisol levels... opinions?
Denise -
22nd September 2006
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http://www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/diseasemanagement/endocrinology/flushing/flushing.htm you all should check this site out..it describes in detail all the possible causes and why they happen.
http://www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/diseasemanagement/endocrinology/flushing/flushing.htm you all should check this site out..it describes in detail all the possible causes and why they happen.
rudy red ears -
1st October 2006
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i know how ya feel, the mornings are ok for me, but towards 4 or 5 oclock i can feel it creeping up and i blast the air in my car on the way home, almost everyday. i grew my hair out too,for about 3 years. id go to work with my hair long but gelled back, then in the late after noon id have school. on the way to school id brush my hair over the ears and id look like an absolute moron. i looked sorta like a puppy dog with big hanging ears; it was so ridiculous. and i would constantly be feeling my hair so that i was positive that the ears were covered. it was really amazing that i wasnt afraid to speak up at that point, even though i knew how ridiculous i looked. I even gave a SPEECH, yes that dreaded word!!! still the red ears happen nearly daily in the evening, but I am taking my classes on line now. but being afraid to speak to women is really killing me
i know how ya feel, the mornings are ok for me, but towards 4 or 5 oclock i can feel it creeping up and i blast the air in my car on the way home, almost everyday. i grew my hair out too,for about 3 years. id go to work with my hair long but gelled back, then in the late after noon id have school. on the way to school id brush my hair over the ears and id look like an absolute moron. i looked sorta like a puppy dog with big hanging ears; it was so ridiculous. and i would constantly be feeling my hair so that i was positive that the ears were covered. it was really amazing that i wasnt afraid to speak up at that point, even though i knew how ridiculous i looked. I even gave a SPEECH, yes that dreaded word!!! still the red ears happen nearly daily in the evening, but I am taking my classes on line now. but being afraid to speak to women is really killing me
Anonymous -
25th September 2006
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I'm looking into reflexology meridian points. Since it's usually one ear it makes sense to me. Thats a nice link above, thanks.
I'm looking into reflexology meridian points. Since it's usually one ear it makes sense to me. Thats a nice link above, thanks.
Mark -
25th September 2006
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I brought the 'red ear' thing up to my Dr, his immediate response was..."oh yea, try this 'stage fright' med". He gave me some TOPROL-XL, which I've taken twice before having to give a presentation to a large group. No red ear at all, I actually felt relaxed throughout. I hope it lasts...
I brought the 'red ear' thing up to my Dr, his immediate response was..."oh yea, try this 'stage fright' med". He gave me some TOPROL-XL, which I've taken twice before having to give a presentation to a large group. No red ear at all, I actually felt relaxed throughout. I hope it lasts...
Sarah -
26th September 2006
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I cant believe I found this site with people who suffer from this. My son is 10 years old and has suffered from this for as long as I can remember. Its usually in his right ear and can last up to about an hour. In this hour he becomes so distressed with it, Im usually running to the fridge to find whatever is coldest to place on his ear. Have mentioned it several times to the doctors but never seem to help or suggest what it could be, I often get the feeling they think we are nuts!! Have just calmed my son now after a difficult hour of hot red ears, I hope someone gets to the bottom of this. Please help if you can suggest anything.
I cant believe I found this site with people who suffer from this. My son is 10 years old and has suffered from this for as long as I can remember. Its usually in his right ear and can last up to about an hour. In this hour he becomes so distressed with it, Im usually running to the fridge to find whatever is coldest to place on his ear. Have mentioned it several times to the doctors but never seem to help or suggest what it could be, I often get the feeling they think we are nuts!! Have just calmed my son now after a difficult hour of hot red ears, I hope someone gets to the bottom of this. Please help if you can suggest anything.
Sarah -
26th September 2006
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I cant believe I found this site with people who suffer from this. My son is 10 years old and has suffered from this for as long as I can remember. Its usually in his right ear and can last up to about an hour. In this hour he becomes so distressed with it, Im usually running to the fridge to find whatever is coldest to place on his ear. Have mentioned it several times to the doctors but never seem to help or suggest what it could be, I often get the feeling they think we are nuts!! Have just calmed my son now after a difficult hour of hot red ears, I hope someone gets to the bottom of this. Please help if you can suggest anything
I cant believe I found this site with people who suffer from this. My son is 10 years old and has suffered from this for as long as I can remember. Its usually in his right ear and can last up to about an hour. In this hour he becomes so distressed with it, Im usually running to the fridge to find whatever is coldest to place on his ear. Have mentioned it several times to the doctors but never seem to help or suggest what it could be, I often get the feeling they think we are nuts!! Have just calmed my son now after a difficult hour of hot red ears, I hope someone gets to the bottom of this. Please help if you can suggest anything
Raillyn -
28th September 2006
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I have just started having this problem, I have a long line of allergies and allergic reactions, so when this first happened I thought it was one of those. I took benedryl but it didnt help eventually it went away. Now it has been happening off and on for a few months, it vaires in ears also, the first time it was my right this most recent one was my left it seems like it moves or has both ears hot. For me I think its a chemical imbalance, since Im allergic to alot of things I dont eat like I should leading to my hormones and chemicals in my body to get off center. Ive noticed other things that are linked to chemical imbalances in me also. Other then what Ive said and what the doctor told me due to my eating habits. I have no idea what this is or how to stop it, my doctor said as long as he cant find anything life threathening its nothing to worry about. =OP I hate that, and I wish there was a way to stop it from burning and getting so red. If anyone finds out anything please let me know.
I have just started having this problem, I have a long line of allergies and allergic reactions, so when this first happened I thought it was one of those. I took benedryl but it didnt help eventually it went away. Now it has been happening off and on for a few months, it vaires in ears also, the first time it was my right this most recent one was my left it seems like it moves or has both ears hot. For me I think its a chemical imbalance, since Im allergic to alot of things I dont eat like I should leading to my hormones and chemicals in my body to get off center. Ive noticed other things that are linked to chemical imbalances in me also. Other then what Ive said and what the doctor told me due to my eating habits. I have no idea what this is or how to stop it, my doctor said as long as he cant find anything life threathening its nothing to worry about. =OP I hate that, and I wish there was a way to stop it from burning and getting so red. If anyone finds out anything please let me know.
Sharon -
3rd October 2006
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My three year old son gets a bright red burning ear and the temp is extreme however aprox every 4th 5th time his ear also swells to the point i think it will explode. This lasts for 6-12 hours and disappears. This has been happening for 1 1/2 years now, with 5 kids he is the only one.
My three year old son gets a bright red burning ear and the temp is extreme however aprox every 4th 5th time his ear also swells to the point i think it will explode. This lasts for 6-12 hours and disappears. This has been happening for 1 1/2 years now, with 5 kids he is the only one.
Alanna -
6th October 2006
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Wow, I get this too. I can't believe other people do as well, I felt like a freak. I'm only fifteen, and this has been heppening for a little over a year. It usually happens at night, but sometimes in my afternoon classes too. I think it could be due to stress, like most of you. I've also been diagnosed with Anxiety and Bipolar, do you think that could effect it at all?
It doesn't bother me all that much, but it's just kinda annoying.
Wow, I get this too. I can't believe other people do as well, I felt like a freak. I'm only fifteen, and this has been heppening for a little over a year. It usually happens at night, but sometimes in my afternoon classes too. I think it could be due to stress, like most of you. I've also been diagnosed with Anxiety and Bipolar, do you think that could effect it at all?
It doesn't bother me all that much, but it's just kinda annoying.
Steven -
8th October 2006
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Hello everybody, I discovered this site some time ago and have been following the debate as to what the cause of RES may be with much interest. I have suffered from what seems to be the same condition for several months now and in both ears simultaneously. It was happening on a daily basis, sometimes more than once. It would be coupled with a sort of throbbing sensation in my neck, below my right ear. Aside from this I have suffered from social phobia since my teenage years (I am now 32 years old) and had just finally decided to see a doctor about this. At the same time I brought up the issue with my ears as I felt they were in some ways connected. My social phobia meant that I was under enormous stress on a daily basis and the redness of my ears seemed directly related to how stressed I felt. I became more concerned and preoccupied and self conscious with how my ears looked and this made my phobia even worse. The doctor prescribed me Propranolol which, if I take as prescribed (40mg 3 times daily), ensures not only that my social phobia is at least under control, but that my ears don't get red at all! I sometimes still feel the throbbing sensation in my neck but when I look in the mirror my ears look normal. In fact, sometimes they now look very pale. My point here with the Propranolol is that it is very often used for people with high blood pressure and so perhaps this is a further clue as to the root cause of this problem. I'm no doctor, but it certainly seems to be very much connected to the central nervous system and how it responds to certain conditions. Thanks for your time.
Hello everybody, I discovered this site some time ago and have been following the debate as to what the cause of RES may be with much interest. I have suffered from what seems to be the same condition for several months now and in both ears simultaneously. It was happening on a daily basis, sometimes more than once. It would be coupled with a sort of throbbing sensation in my neck, below my right ear. Aside from this I have suffered from social phobia since my teenage years (I am now 32 years old) and had just finally decided to see a doctor about this. At the same time I brought up the issue with my ears as I felt they were in some ways connected. My social phobia meant that I was under enormous stress on a daily basis and the redness of my ears seemed directly related to how stressed I felt. I became more concerned and preoccupied and self conscious with how my ears looked and this made my phobia even worse. The doctor prescribed me Propranolol which, if I take as prescribed (40mg 3 times daily), ensures not only that my social phobia is at least under control, but that my ears don't get red at all! I sometimes still feel the throbbing sensation in my neck but when I look in the mirror my ears look normal. In fact, sometimes they now look very pale. My point here with the Propranolol is that it is very often used for people with high blood pressure and so perhaps this is a further clue as to the root cause of this problem. I'm no doctor, but it certainly seems to be very much connected to the central nervous system and how it responds to certain conditions. Thanks for your time.
GIO -
16th October 2006
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I also experience the redness of both of my ear after having sex with my wife for some months now. I tried to find answer to this. I read one item that is scary, the article said that red ear is a symptom of "Thalamic Syndrome", where there is a blockage in your artery going to the brain.
I also experience the redness of both of my ear after having sex with my wife for some months now. I tried to find answer to this. I read one item that is scary, the article said that red ear is a symptom of "Thalamic Syndrome", where there is a blockage in your artery going to the brain.
chris -
19th October 2006
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hello! i also have a hot red ear, and left, if anyone can help me, please, write to me, thanks
hello! i also have a hot red ear, and left, if anyone can help me, please, write to me, thanks
steph -
25th October 2006
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Hey guys, I'm fifteen at the moment and I've had this red ear problem since I can remember. It's usually my left ear; however, sometimes (like right now as I'm typing this) it's my right ear. I really don't know what's up, and it's really bothering me. I don't experience any pain; just the burning sensation and my ear turning bright red.
I don't have high blood pressure, and I don't have ADHD. I'm not stressed-out at all...and I'm pretty sure that I don't have any brain damage.
I was thinking that it was the weather, since it usually occurs when the temperature drops and/or is humid out. But, I also get the red ear after I take a shower.
Steph from Seattle, WA
Hey guys, I'm fifteen at the moment and I've had this red ear problem since I can remember. It's usually my left ear; however, sometimes (like right now as I'm typing this) it's my right ear. I really don't know what's up, and it's really bothering me. I don't experience any pain; just the burning sensation and my ear turning bright red.
I don't have high blood pressure, and I don't have ADHD. I'm not stressed-out at all...and I'm pretty sure that I don't have any brain damage.
I was thinking that it was the weather, since it usually occurs when the temperature drops and/or is humid out. But, I also get the red ear after I take a shower.
Steph from Seattle, WA
Leon -
31st October 2006
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i too have this problem since 1yr ago....
when it burns , i got this terrible headache , and i mean REALLY TERRIBLE , i cant concentrate at all with the pain.
i really hope this is nothing serious other then a hot burning ear. im going for a full body check up tommorow. doctors that i told of this problem thinks that im trying to be excused from the army. this is driving me mad -_-
i too have this problem since 1yr ago....
when it burns , i got this terrible headache , and i mean REALLY TERRIBLE , i cant concentrate at all with the pain.
i really hope this is nothing serious other then a hot burning ear. im going for a full body check up tommorow. doctors that i told of this problem thinks that im trying to be excused from the army. this is driving me mad -_-
Sarah-Jane Free -
3rd November 2006
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I am so happy that I have found others with the same condition as me, for so long I thought I was being paranoid. I have been suffering from the dreaded one hot ear syndrome for about a year now, at first I thought it was nothing.. too much drink or something, but since that faithful sunny June day back in 2005 I have been having relapse nearly on a daily basis.
I think for me it is something to do with sex - I am homosexual and I lead a very sexual active life. I find that after I am with a woman my right ear becomes really hot and very irritating.
I am so happy that I have found others with the same condition as me, for so long I thought I was being paranoid. I have been suffering from the dreaded one hot ear syndrome for about a year now, at first I thought it was nothing.. too much drink or something, but since that faithful sunny June day back in 2005 I have been having relapse nearly on a daily basis.
I think for me it is something to do with sex - I am homosexual and I lead a very sexual active life. I find that after I am with a woman my right ear becomes really hot and very irritating.
John McGrath, Dublin -
6th February 2007
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I am so happy that I have found others with the same condition as me, for so long I thought I was being paranoid. I have been suffering from the dreaded one hot ear syndrome for about a year now, at first I thought it was nothing.. too much drink or something, but since that faithful sunny June day back in 2005 I have been having relapse nearly on a daily basis.
I think for me it is something to do with sex - I am homosexual and I lead a very sexual active life. I find that after I am with a man my right ear becomes really hot and very irritating.
I am so happy that I have found others with the same condition as me, for so long I thought I was being paranoid. I have been suffering from the dreaded one hot ear syndrome for about a year now, at first I thought it was nothing.. too much drink or something, but since that faithful sunny June day back in 2005 I have been having relapse nearly on a daily basis.
I think for me it is something to do with sex - I am homosexual and I lead a very sexual active life. I find that after I am with a man my right ear becomes really hot and very irritating.
Melanie -
7th November 2006
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I have been trying to remind myself to google "hot red ear" for the past few months... unbelievable what I have found tonight! This posting is so comforting, yet alarming at the same time. In my sanity, it seems like nothing, just an oddity. However, I suffer from OCD and anxiety and that part of me is a little nervous about what this all means. For me, my right ear (always my right) gets really hot and really red at very random times. It's usually when I am stressed or very busy. I find myself getting it almost always at night, usually before going out for the evening. there is nothing I can do to cool it down, it just happens by itself, over time. Usually ignoring it is the best way to make it stop. The more I think about it, the longer I have it. So, if I was to diagnose myself, I would say that it's just a way of my body telling me that I'm "overdoing" it. What perplexes me is why it's happening to little children- you would think that their stress level would not be high enough to cause this sort of thing. Hmmm, what a mystery. Well, at least we know we're not alone, although I can't say that that brings me much comfort at the moment. I recently asked my ENT about a pain that I feel in my jaw on that side of my face and he said it is related to TMJ, so maybe this is an extension of that (like written in an early posting). I also have been diagnosed with early signs of Graves disease, so I wonder if there is any correlation to the thyroid? I have an appt. with my endocrinologist next month, so I think I will mention it then. Good luck to everyone... I'll be checking back, so keep posting!
I have been trying to remind myself to google "hot red ear" for the past few months... unbelievable what I have found tonight! This posting is so comforting, yet alarming at the same time. In my sanity, it seems like nothing, just an oddity. However, I suffer from OCD and anxiety and that part of me is a little nervous about what this all means. For me, my right ear (always my right) gets really hot and really red at very random times. It's usually when I am stressed or very busy. I find myself getting it almost always at night, usually before going out for the evening. there is nothing I can do to cool it down, it just happens by itself, over time. Usually ignoring it is the best way to make it stop. The more I think about it, the longer I have it. So, if I was to diagnose myself, I would say that it's just a way of my body telling me that I'm "overdoing" it. What perplexes me is why it's happening to little children- you would think that their stress level would not be high enough to cause this sort of thing. Hmmm, what a mystery. Well, at least we know we're not alone, although I can't say that that brings me much comfort at the moment. I recently asked my ENT about a pain that I feel in my jaw on that side of my face and he said it is related to TMJ, so maybe this is an extension of that (like written in an early posting). I also have been diagnosed with early signs of Graves disease, so I wonder if there is any correlation to the thyroid? I have an appt. with my endocrinologist next month, so I think I will mention it then. Good luck to everyone... I'll be checking back, so keep posting!
Aoife -
7th November 2006
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I have one red ear that is very hot. I'm also tired, cranky and whingey. Are all of these symptoms linked or am I just moany?
I have one red ear that is very hot. I'm also tired, cranky and whingey. Are all of these symptoms linked or am I just moany?
Yan -
12th November 2006
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For The last 3 months, every single day
i have this red ear(BOTH EARS).I don't know why.
I feel like beating myself up.
Any suggestion please let me know.
For The last 3 months, every single day
i have this red ear(BOTH EARS).I don't know why.
I feel like beating myself up.
Any suggestion please let me know.
Connie -
13th November 2006
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One thing to check out is: IBS ... Irritable Bowl Syndrome. Just a thought. I get the red hot ears and it's very uncofortable, and reading on another site, IBS was mentioned. The symptoms fit my complaints to a "T"!
One thing to check out is: IBS ... Irritable Bowl Syndrome. Just a thought. I get the red hot ears and it's very uncofortable, and reading on another site, IBS was mentioned. The symptoms fit my complaints to a "T"!
J -
13th November 2006
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My 8 year old son recently started having this problem... both ears; always after a shower and always at bedtime (it doesn't seem to be assoc. w/ hot shower as it lasts too long). He has many allergies (incl. foods) and has been complaining of neck pain too. He's sleeping now but I can't wait to have him try the tongue trick next time to see if it helps. Episodes don't seem too painful now, but will they increase in intensity? I'm going to try to reduce sugar intake and increase water to see if that helps
My 8 year old son recently started having this problem... both ears; always after a shower and always at bedtime (it doesn't seem to be assoc. w/ hot shower as it lasts too long). He has many allergies (incl. foods) and has been complaining of neck pain too. He's sleeping now but I can't wait to have him try the tongue trick next time to see if it helps. Episodes don't seem too painful now, but will they increase in intensity? I'm going to try to reduce sugar intake and increase water to see if that helps
J -
13th November 2006
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Forgot to mention that he also has asthma and takes meds for that daily
Forgot to mention that he also has asthma and takes meds for that daily
Lisa -
15th November 2006
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I have to join in... Yes my ear (right ear) turns bright red and hot aswell, at least once every other day. I can't figure out what causes this as it happends so randomly. I did some research and found that-upper cervical disorder and temporomandibular joint disorder can cause these symtoms. I also read it can be related to migrains. I'll head to my Chiropractor and keep you posted. If anyone finds a fix please let me know!!
I have to join in... Yes my ear (right ear) turns bright red and hot aswell, at least once every other day. I can't figure out what causes this as it happends so randomly. I did some research and found that-upper cervical disorder and temporomandibular joint disorder can cause these symtoms. I also read it can be related to migrains. I'll head to my Chiropractor and keep you posted. If anyone finds a fix please let me know!!
Lisa -
15th November 2006
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PS- What is this tounge thing everyone keeps talking about???
PS- What is this tounge thing everyone keeps talking about???
jt -
18th November 2006
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This is part of the TONGUE TRICK conversation.
Peter - 23rd November 2004 [«« Reply to this]
Try pressing your tongue up against the roof of your mouth towards the back so that the tongue almost "folds backwards". According to the chinese this will help the "energy flow" flow past instead of getting stuck around the head.
rudy red ears - 28th September 2006 [«« Reply to this]
about how far back to you go? do you go, "like straight up" or do you try to reach as far back as possible with the tongue? do you press hard? do you simply fold it all the way like a ball?please help!!!!!
Peter Bengtsson - 30th September 2006 [«« Reply to this]
as far back as possible and not hard at all. Don't fold it back. It should still point up to the roof of the mouth.
Anonymous - 5th November 2006 [«« Reply to this]
The first time I tried it, my ear got hotter. Then I tried it again, and it worked really well!
This is part of the TONGUE TRICK conversation.
Peter - 23rd November 2004 [«« Reply to this]
Try pressing your tongue up against the roof of your mouth towards the back so that the tongue almost "folds backwards". According to the chinese this will help the "energy flow" flow past instead of getting stuck around the head.
rudy red ears - 28th September 2006 [«« Reply to this]
about how far back to you go? do you go, "like straight up" or do you try to reach as far back as possible with the tongue? do you press hard? do you simply fold it all the way like a ball?please help!!!!!
Peter Bengtsson - 30th September 2006 [«« Reply to this]
as far back as possible and not hard at all. Don't fold it back. It should still point up to the roof of the mouth.
Anonymous - 5th November 2006 [«« Reply to this]
The first time I tried it, my ear got hotter. Then I tried it again, and it worked really well!
Amy -
18th November 2006
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I too have the red ear syndrome, and I am so relieved to find that there are others out there like me. I have read through all the comments and its a little unearving to find that it may be caused by a blockage to the heart..... but then I remember that I also have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and it may even be linked to all of this. On a brighter note, whenever I get the red/hot ears it is when I am tierd and stressed. Sometimes I go to the gym and after a good workout I realize that the ears have gone back to normal. I worry that it is blood pressure, but it may also just be the things we eat or our ways of life. I really wish I had the answer. Ill keep checking in..... Hopefully sometime soon, someone will find the answer to our hot ears.
I too have the red ear syndrome, and I am so relieved to find that there are others out there like me. I have read through all the comments and its a little unearving to find that it may be caused by a blockage to the heart..... but then I remember that I also have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and it may even be linked to all of this. On a brighter note, whenever I get the red/hot ears it is when I am tierd and stressed. Sometimes I go to the gym and after a good workout I realize that the ears have gone back to normal. I worry that it is blood pressure, but it may also just be the things we eat or our ways of life. I really wish I had the answer. Ill keep checking in..... Hopefully sometime soon, someone will find the answer to our hot ears.
jt -
18th November 2006
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All four of my children have this. I have been dealing with this as a mother since they were about 4yrs.
It has been very hard to deal with emotionally you don’t want to see your child in pain and think there is nothing you can do about it. I would feel their ears and it would be almost as hot as a burner on the stove. It is so bad that I actually was afraid that this is how people spontaneously combust!!
Also, this heat is so close to the brain area and I don’t know what’s going on internally temp wise.
At first when they were around 4 it was just their ear or ears turning red when it was going to precipitate (rain,snow) outside. They got the reputation in our family of being more accurate than the weather forecasters, depending on the shade of red their ear or ears gave off.
As they grew older it would happen in response to stress also. I noticed that it was more apt to happen if it was emotional stress rather than physical stress.
None of my sons can go to the store in the evening, especially Walmart, they always have a Red Ear Attack in that store no matter what time of day we go.
I am a biology student and this whole process was very intriguing to me.
I have been looking for clues and answers from Drs (who always disregard it; seems they don’t want to recognize the non- "life" threatening things as one of our Drs put it) and non really want to look into what it is, their just guessing too!!
I am not a medical student but I know some of the body processes that I have studied so far and some of them make sense to me in my own conclusions of what’s happening to my sons.
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VERY SHORT ABBREVIATED VERSION of tidbits I have gathered through the years about body processes:
Vasodialation of the blood vessels is a response from certain hormones the body releases into the system in order to keep the body in homeostasis. This process is started through the nerves in the body.
parvocellular vasopressin cells that project to many areas of the hypothalamus and limbic system, as well as to the brainstem and spinal cord. These neurons are involved in blood pressure regulation and thermoregulation.
The PVN receives afferent inputs from many brain regions. Amongst these, inputs from neurons in structures adjacent to the anterior wall of the third ventricle ("AV3V region") carry information about the electrolyte composition of the blood, and about circulating concentrations of hormones
In controlling body temp:
Secretion of norepinephrine, epinephrine, and thyroxine to increase heat production
heat transfer mechanisms the body uses are radiation, conduction and convection and evaporation of perspiration
Optimal "Normal":
The skin temperature of 34 C is a typical skin temperature
The normal core body temperature is 37 C.
The body works best when specific body constants are maintained such as: body temperature of37 o C ; blood pH of7.35 ; blood pressure 120/80 mmHg and 0.1% blood sugar. These constants can vary among individuals, such as: different metabolic rates of individuals affect body temperature ; different situations or demands on body (eg.) exercise ; blood pressure difference between adult and children
The cause of the variable temperature in infants and young immature animals is the imperfect development of the nervous regulating mechanism
heat production and heat loss vary considerably in different parts of the body
vascularized extremities to conduct body heat to the air
Body temperature normally fluctuates over the day, with the lowest levels at 4 A.M. and the highest at 6 P.M..
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Body_temperature#Limits_compatible_with_life
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasopressin
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyrexia
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I know I just want any information I can find to help communicate to someone in the medical field that this is psychologically and physically and socially stressful to my children ...
They just don’t get that instead of sitting around the fire place enjoying the winter weather everyone is sitting around rubbing ice cubes on their ears seeing who can melt them the fastest!!
All four of my children have this. I have been dealing with this as a mother since they were about 4yrs.
It has been very hard to deal with emotionally you don’t want to see your child in pain and think there is nothing you can do about it. I would feel their ears and it would be almost as hot as a burner on the stove. It is so bad that I actually was afraid that this is how people spontaneously combust!!
Also, this heat is so close to the brain area and I don’t know what’s going on internally temp wise.
At first when they were around 4 it was just their ear or ears turning red when it was going to precipitate (rain,snow) outside. They got the reputation in our family of being more accurate than the weather forecasters, depending on the shade of red their ear or ears gave off.
As they grew older it would happen in response to stress also. I noticed that it was more apt to happen if it was emotional stress rather than physical stress.
None of my sons can go to the store in the evening, especially Walmart, they always have a Red Ear Attack in that store no matter what time of day we go.
I am a biology student and this whole process was very intriguing to me.
I have been looking for clues and answers from Drs (who always disregard it; seems they don’t want to recognize the non- "life" threatening things as one of our Drs put it) and non really want to look into what it is, their just guessing too!!
I am not a medical student but I know some of the body processes that I have studied so far and some of them make sense to me in my own conclusions of what’s happening to my sons.
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VERY SHORT ABBREVIATED VERSION of tidbits I have gathered through the years about body processes:
Vasodialation of the blood vessels is a response from certain hormones the body releases into the system in order to keep the body in homeostasis. This process is started through the nerves in the body.
parvocellular vasopressin cells that project to many areas of the hypothalamus and limbic system, as well as to the brainstem and spinal cord. These neurons are involved in blood pressure regulation and thermoregulation.
The PVN receives afferent inputs from many brain regions. Amongst these, inputs from neurons in structures adjacent to the anterior wall of the third ventricle ("AV3V region") carry information about the electrolyte composition of the blood, and about circulating concentrations of hormones
In controlling body temp:
Secretion of norepinephrine, epinephrine, and thyroxine to increase heat production
heat transfer mechanisms the body uses are radiation, conduction and convection and evaporation of perspiration
Optimal "Normal":
The skin temperature of 34 C is a typical skin temperature
The normal core body temperature is 37 C.
The body works best when specific body constants are maintained such as: body temperature of37 o C ; blood pH of7.35 ; blood pressure 120/80 mmHg and 0.1% blood sugar. These constants can vary among individuals, such as: different metabolic rates of individuals affect body temperature ; different situations or demands on body (eg.) exercise ; blood pressure difference between adult and children
The cause of the variable temperature in infants and young immature animals is the imperfect development of the nervous regulating mechanism
heat production and heat loss vary considerably in different parts of the body
vascularized extremities to conduct body heat to the air
Body temperature normally fluctuates over the day, with the lowest levels at 4 A.M. and the highest at 6 P.M..
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Body_temperature#Limits_compatible_with_life
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasopressin
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyrexia
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I know I just want any information I can find to help communicate to someone in the medical field that this is psychologically and physically and socially stressful to my children ...
They just don’t get that instead of sitting around the fire place enjoying the winter weather everyone is sitting around rubbing ice cubes on their ears seeing who can melt them the fastest!!
jt -
18th November 2006
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http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/thermo/heatreg.html
one more thermodynamic explaination link
http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/thermo/heatreg.html
one more thermodynamic explaination link
Brutus -
20th November 2006
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Hi all. I also have had the red ear thing for most of my life. My history is asthma and of course now COPD, a result of smoking for 40 yrs. I am a non smoker now. Had surgery on a ruptured disc in my neck in '93. Otherwise I am as normal as anyone. I had quit taking anything with aspirin in it way back in 3/04 and I had not had any signs of the dreaded red ear until a couple of weeks ago. Had a doctors visit re depression and stress and was put on mirtazapine, a generic for remeron, and within 3-4 days I felt the red ear trying to return. It was nothing like I had experienced before but I knew the feeling. Of course I took myself off of this drug and again there is no sign of the dreaded red ear. I really am beginning to think it is allergy related, whether it be to food, medicines or the weather. I think stress is also a big factor. When I got stressed I tended to use more of my asthma inhalers and at times I would notice the red ear thing. I really enjoy and look forward to all the comments re this problem. Maybe between all of us we can get some kind of a medical diploma for solving this embarrasing and aggravating problem. I have decided to try and handle my stress and depreciation in ways that dont include any more medicines. Will keep you all posted.
Hi all. I also have had the red ear thing for most of my life. My history is asthma and of course now COPD, a result of smoking for 40 yrs. I am a non smoker now. Had surgery on a ruptured disc in my neck in '93. Otherwise I am as normal as anyone. I had quit taking anything with aspirin in it way back in 3/04 and I had not had any signs of the dreaded red ear until a couple of weeks ago. Had a doctors visit re depression and stress and was put on mirtazapine, a generic for remeron, and within 3-4 days I felt the red ear trying to return. It was nothing like I had experienced before but I knew the feeling. Of course I took myself off of this drug and again there is no sign of the dreaded red ear. I really am beginning to think it is allergy related, whether it be to food, medicines or the weather. I think stress is also a big factor. When I got stressed I tended to use more of my asthma inhalers and at times I would notice the red ear thing. I really enjoy and look forward to all the comments re this problem. Maybe between all of us we can get some kind of a medical diploma for solving this embarrasing and aggravating problem. I have decided to try and handle my stress and depreciation in ways that dont include any more medicines. Will keep you all posted.
SS -
20th November 2006
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I have been having this happen for years. I have noticed that it is triggered by being hot. Sometimes my checks may turn red too. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism which the thyroid does regulate body temperature. Also, I have always had irregular female hormones. I have often associated it as being a hot flash. I have also been diagnosed with dermatographica (not sure I spelled it right), where your skin turns red if touched. Basically I have been told I may have too much histamine. This can also be related to thyroid disfunction or mastocytosis. Mastocytosis causes "flushing" and the treatment is usually antihistamines or steroids. Another related condition that influences histamine release is certain foods, and you don't necessarily have to be allergic to them. Some things like bananas, wine (sulfites) and shellfish are high in histamine and can cause sensitive individuals to 'flush' or have hives. If checked you may not actually have a technical allergy. Although food allergies will definitely cause a whole range of symptoms including flushing and hives. Whether the red ear condition is caused by thyroid, mastocytosis or allergies, I suspect that histamine is related. Anyone that is experiencing this should be check for those conditions, including the more serious, but extremely rare carcinoid syndrome (again this is a cancer causing flushing due to histamine release). Try taking some benadryl to see if it helps. I started taking it only at bedtime every day because of the drowsiness factor and I definitely noticed a change in frequency. I also discovered some food allergies and have removed them from my diet. Be sure to look up 'histamine intolerance' or foods high in histamine on the web and start limiting them or removing them from the diet first. Or at least keep track if the ear turning red may be around the time after consuming these foods. If you eat them every day you may want to cut back. After that try food allergy testing and some of the other conditions I mentioned. Dont rely on doctors to know because I have been to dozens for all my conditions and even mayo clinic and they are stumped. I now have an integrated doctor who is much more knowledgeable about foods and natural therapies who seems to understand. In any case if the ear thing keeps happening on a regular basis there is something the body is trying to tell you. It may be as simple as removing one food from your diet, but you've got to investigate.
I have been having this happen for years. I have noticed that it is triggered by being hot. Sometimes my checks may turn red too. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism which the thyroid does regulate body temperature. Also, I have always had irregular female hormones. I have often associated it as being a hot flash. I have also been diagnosed with dermatographica (not sure I spelled it right), where your skin turns red if touched. Basically I have been told I may have too much histamine. This can also be related to thyroid disfunction or mastocytosis. Mastocytosis causes "flushing" and the treatment is usually antihistamines or steroids. Another related condition that influences histamine release is certain foods, and you don't necessarily have to be allergic to them. Some things like bananas, wine (sulfites) and shellfish are high in histamine and can cause sensitive individuals to 'flush' or have hives. If checked you may not actually have a technical allergy. Although food allergies will definitely cause a whole range of symptoms including flushing and hives. Whether the red ear condition is caused by thyroid, mastocytosis or allergies, I suspect that histamine is related. Anyone that is experiencing this should be check for those conditions, including the more serious, but extremely rare carcinoid syndrome (again this is a cancer causing flushing due to histamine release). Try taking some benadryl to see if it helps. I started taking it only at bedtime every day because of the drowsiness factor and I definitely noticed a change in frequency. I also discovered some food allergies and have removed them from my diet. Be sure to look up 'histamine intolerance' or foods high in histamine on the web and start limiting them or removing them from the diet first. Or at least keep track if the ear turning red may be around the time after consuming these foods. If you eat them every day you may want to cut back. After that try food allergy testing and some of the other conditions I mentioned. Dont rely on doctors to know because I have been to dozens for all my conditions and even mayo clinic and they are stumped. I now have an integrated doctor who is much more knowledgeable about foods and natural therapies who seems to understand. In any case if the ear thing keeps happening on a regular basis there is something the body is trying to tell you. It may be as simple as removing one food from your diet, but you've got to investigate.
Chris -
28th November 2006
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I can't believe this many people have it and talk about and nothing even close to a medical diagnosis has been mentioned. Aside for a right ear that gets really hot, turns bright red and feels as though is is being cooked, here are some other factors about me that may be worth mentioning:
This started for me around the time I started taking Adderall for ADD.
It does seem to happen more often when I have eaten junk food and when I am getting less sleep because I am busy with work.
Sometimes my feet and hands turn bright red but they never burn like my right ear.
I have developed athletes foot. Probably because my feet sweet all of the time from the heat.
I sometimes feel pressure on the right side of my head (above and behind my ear).
I sometimes get really light headed. Sometimes feeling like I have verdigo. Sometimes seeing stars like I got hit really hard, sometimes seeing clouds or black shapes.
My right eye often feels as though it has a lot of pressure pushing on it.
I can't believe this many people have it and talk about and nothing even close to a medical diagnosis has been mentioned. Aside for a right ear that gets really hot, turns bright red and feels as though is is being cooked, here are some other factors about me that may be worth mentioning:
This started for me around the time I started taking Adderall for ADD.
It does seem to happen more often when I have eaten junk food and when I am getting less sleep because I am busy with work.
Sometimes my feet and hands turn bright red but they never burn like my right ear.
I have developed athletes foot. Probably because my feet sweet all of the time from the heat.
I sometimes feel pressure on the right side of my head (above and behind my ear).
I sometimes get really light headed. Sometimes feeling like I have verdigo. Sometimes seeing stars like I got hit really hard, sometimes seeing clouds or black shapes.
My right eye often feels as though it has a lot of pressure pushing on it.
John -
1st December 2006
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There is a yahoo group red ear syndrome.
Not much activity yet. We did not know it existed.
John
There is a yahoo group red ear syndrome.
Not much activity yet. We did not know it existed.
John
Nocturnal -
30th November 2006
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Chris,
You should see a doctor right away. Those are signs of a stroke (pressure behind the eye, dizziness). That is extremely dangerous and especially since you're on that type of drug. I take it too and my bp is border level high but I try to manage it.
Chris,
You should see a doctor right away. Those are signs of a stroke (pressure behind the eye, dizziness). That is extremely dangerous and especially since you're on that type of drug. I take it too and my bp is border level high but I try to manage it.
matty -
1st December 2006
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hmmm Ive had this for a while too
i seem to get it after work or after I take a shower, it seems that when a more stressing situation is over it comes up for me I have a bit of acne that comes and goes over time, I believe im Hypoglycemic
but no other health problems that I know about
I had a couple small head injures through my life so far, but nothing requiring anything more than stitches
The commonalities Ive found through this list so far that Ive noticed
Im O blood type
It comes during or after stressful situations
I made a Yahoo! Group Everybody join to help cure the red ear problem thing
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/redearfounder/
hmmm Ive had this for a while too
i seem to get it after work or after I take a shower, it seems that when a more stressing situation is over it comes up for me I have a bit of acne that comes and goes over time, I believe im Hypoglycemic
but no other health problems that I know about
I had a couple small head injures through my life so far, but nothing requiring anything more than stitches
The commonalities Ive found through this list so far that Ive noticed
Im O blood type
It comes during or after stressful situations
I made a Yahoo! Group Everybody join to help cure the red ear problem thing
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/redearfounder/
Christine -
4th December 2006
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I have had red year for years and my sister told me it can be a sign of dairy intolerance. For other reasons I gave up dairy products for a year and it went away completely during that time. Now I'm back on dairy as I found the soya I'd been replacing it with to be a greater evil, and the red hot ear is back with a vengeance!
I have had red year for years and my sister told me it can be a sign of dairy intolerance. For other reasons I gave up dairy products for a year and it went away completely during that time. Now I'm back on dairy as I found the soya I'd been replacing it with to be a greater evil, and the red hot ear is back with a vengeance!
Brutus -
5th December 2006
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I was told by my doc to take some Mucinex (an expectorant) for my coughing etc. for the COPD, Two days after taking the tablets my red ear was back. Havent had time to look up what is in this medicine but I would almost bet it has some histamine or something of that nature in it. I quit taking it as soon as I felt the heat in my ears and the hot or red ear is no longer bothering me.I enjoy and appreciate all of the comments and info.
I was told by my doc to take some Mucinex (an expectorant) for my coughing etc. for the COPD, Two days after taking the tablets my red ear was back. Havent had time to look up what is in this medicine but I would almost bet it has some histamine or something of that nature in it. I quit taking it as soon as I felt the heat in my ears and the hot or red ear is no longer bothering me.I enjoy and appreciate all of the comments and info.
Anonymous -
6th December 2006
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i have also been getting a hot ear, it kind of builds up to hot..i think it has to do with stress or blood pressure, when things get too hectic and tiring
i have also been getting a hot ear, it kind of builds up to hot..i think it has to do with stress or blood pressure, when things get too hectic and tiring
Jed -
11th December 2006
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I have been struggling with RES for some time now. It seems to be the worst when my emotions are at a heightened level(which seems to be at the worst posible time)
I can feel it start to set in, and once I notice it it just intensifies. It occurs in both of my ears, and occasionally my forehead will break out into a sweat.
I am 25 in good health, participate in cardiovascular activities daily, lift weights weekly, and try to eat healthy.
As there seems to be no real solution I am going to try a new treatment for a month, as I am unsure how long I should continue a habit before it takes full effect.
I am not expecting to find a cure, but If I can find several limiting factors that work with me It will be a blessing.
It is comforting to know that I am not at this alone. I know what you are all going through. I have excused myself to the bathroom to try to cool my ears off but to no avail. It's embarasing, but I would say something we should all focus on is not letting it hold us back. And I often do let it hold me back. I will refrain from speaking up because I'm afraid I will become self conscious and my ears will turn red. I don't want to constantly live with the worry of what others will think of my redness. Yes I will try to figure out how to limit it, and do everything I can, but all the while I am trying to figure out triggers, and limiters I will be learning how to live with it.
Hope we can find some answers, I will post each month if I have any luck. My first treatment is going to be cold showers. Not to cool my ears off immediately, but they seem to have multiple effects:
• Brings blood to the capillaries, therefore increasing circulation throughout the body.
• Cleans the circulatory system.
• Reduces blood pressure on internal organs.
• Provides flushing for the organs and provides a new supply of blood.
• Strengthens the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems.
• Contracts the muscles to eliminate toxins and poisonous wastes.
• Strengthens the mucous membranes, which help resist hay fever, allergies, colds, coughs
I have been struggling with RES for some time now. It seems to be the worst when my emotions are at a heightened level(which seems to be at the worst posible time)
I can feel it start to set in, and once I notice it it just intensifies. It occurs in both of my ears, and occasionally my forehead will break out into a sweat.
I am 25 in good health, participate in cardiovascular activities daily, lift weights weekly, and try to eat healthy.
As there seems to be no real solution I am going to try a new treatment for a month, as I am unsure how long I should continue a habit before it takes full effect.
I am not expecting to find a cure, but If I can find several limiting factors that work with me It will be a blessing.
It is comforting to know that I am not at this alone. I know what you are all going through. I have excused myself to the bathroom to try to cool my ears off but to no avail. It's embarasing, but I would say something we should all focus on is not letting it hold us back. And I often do let it hold me back. I will refrain from speaking up because I'm afraid I will become self conscious and my ears will turn red. I don't want to constantly live with the worry of what others will think of my redness. Yes I will try to figure out how to limit it, and do everything I can, but all the while I am trying to figure out triggers, and limiters I will be learning how to live with it.
Hope we can find some answers, I will post each month if I have any luck. My first treatment is going to be cold showers. Not to cool my ears off immediately, but they seem to have multiple effects:
• Brings blood to the capillaries, therefore increasing circulation throughout the body.
• Cleans the circulatory system.
• Reduces blood pressure on internal organs.
• Provides flushing for the organs and provides a new supply of blood.
• Strengthens the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems.
• Contracts the muscles to eliminate toxins and poisonous wastes.
• Strengthens the mucous membranes, which help resist hay fever, allergies, colds, coughs
NAB -
11th December 2006
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Well a very close friend of mine used to make me nervous by saying "Why do u have so many health problems?". Living in Asia, Men are supposed to have no problems and be strong as Hercules, these are considered to be girly things but findin this page has given me a lot of confidence :)
I remember when i was in 9th grade, i suddenly started having red hot ears, the ears would go so hot that they would look almost purple in color. Had a very bad effect on social life at that time and most imp. of all on my studies. I was the one who in winter was turning on the Fan, putting Cold water on my ears but i was like some sort of a evil spell. One of my ears had to go red hot every winter night(This only happened in winters)for almost abt hr and a half!
Then when i came to univ, i found one other amazing problem to accompany me in summer and then i found out that this new problem has nothing to do with temperature i.e dislocated TMJ. This is very painfull as well, pain everyday in half head, TMJ, neck and sometimes shoulders as well, and limited mouth opening. One thing that is amazing when one problem is making me crazy, the other is not there. Maybe thats a law of nature.
You must be thinking about Doctors, i consulted a lot of them. All of their explanations were absolute crap and nonsense to even a non medical guy like me. I am actually computer and info. systems engineer. For TMJ, they say there is no cure, you can just put splints and there is a surgery that has a success rate of 30%(i cant recall exactly). For them, red ears arent a problem, its very normal!
Well just abt a yr back I went to a HAKEEM(These are doctors found in South East Asian countries like Pakistan who use herbal medicines and have completely different concepts than a MBBS). One reason that i am writing this is to share what i was advised by Hakim. This is not a cure just another temporary relief:
POUR ABOUT FEW DROPS OF WARM ALMOND OIL IN YOUR EARS. Yes few drops of almond oil in ears, NOT at the time of redness(it will only increase it then) but before the time u think it usually happens(e.g. b4 goin to a closed place or for me its usually dinner parties in winter). Now the Oil should be Warm if not a little HOT, remember Cold oil will do no difference. Infact it only increases the problem for me. Try this for a few days and u will see the difference. A few warm almond oil drops in nose also helps in reducing the tension headaches caused by TMJ problem. However, unfortunately this are just temporary reliefs but better to have something than nothing.
Now what i have learnt over the time is Yes people will notice red ears, some will make fun of it but in the end its us whose lack of confidence actually allows them to do so. So have complete faith in urselves, Any sort of health problem part. this one is not our fault. Now i try my best not to give any impression about any uneasiness i am feeling bcuz of this. However i have to thank God, that this Redness has decreased with the course of time, now the redness is less and duration has considerably reduced. I hope it will finish very soon.
I hope this helps someone. Share your success stories as well. Regards.
Well a very close friend of mine used to make me nervous by saying "Why do u have so many health problems?". Living in Asia, Men are supposed to have no problems and be strong as Hercules, these are considered to be girly things but findin this page has given me a lot of confidence :)
I remember when i was in 9th grade, i suddenly started having red hot ears, the ears would go so hot that they would look almost purple in color. Had a very bad effect on social life at that time and most imp. of all on my studies. I was the one who in winter was turning on the Fan, putting Cold water on my ears but i was like some sort of a evil spell. One of my ears had to go red hot every winter night(This only happened in winters)for almost abt hr and a half!
Then when i came to univ, i found one other amazing problem to accompany me in summer and then i found out that this new problem has nothing to do with temperature i.e dislocated TMJ. This is very painfull as well, pain everyday in half head, TMJ, neck and sometimes shoulders as well, and limited mouth opening. One thing that is amazing when one problem is making me crazy, the other is not there. Maybe thats a law of nature.
You must be thinking about Doctors, i consulted a lot of them. All of their explanations were absolute crap and nonsense to even a non medical guy like me. I am actually computer and info. systems engineer. For TMJ, they say there is no cure, you can just put splints and there is a surgery that has a success rate of 30%(i cant recall exactly). For them, red ears arent a problem, its very normal!
Well just abt a yr back I went to a HAKEEM(These are doctors found in South East Asian countries like Pakistan who use herbal medicines and have completely different concepts than a MBBS). One reason that i am writing this is to share what i was advised by Hakim. This is not a cure just another temporary relief:
POUR ABOUT FEW DROPS OF WARM ALMOND OIL IN YOUR EARS. Yes few drops of almond oil in ears, NOT at the time of redness(it will only increase it then) but before the time u think it usually happens(e.g. b4 goin to a closed place or for me its usually dinner parties in winter). Now the Oil should be Warm if not a little HOT, remember Cold oil will do no difference. Infact it only increases the problem for me. Try this for a few days and u will see the difference. A few warm almond oil drops in nose also helps in reducing the tension headaches caused by TMJ problem. However, unfortunately this are just temporary reliefs but better to have something than nothing.
Now what i have learnt over the time is Yes people will notice red ears, some will make fun of it but in the end its us whose lack of confidence actually allows them to do so. So have complete faith in urselves, Any sort of health problem part. this one is not our fault. Now i try my best not to give any impression about any uneasiness i am feeling bcuz of this. However i have to thank God, that this Redness has decreased with the course of time, now the redness is less and duration has considerably reduced. I hope it will finish very soon.
I hope this helps someone. Share your success stories as well. Regards.
NAB -
11th December 2006
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Well a very close friend of mine used to make me nervous by saying "Why do u have so many health problems?". Living in Asia, Men are supposed to have no problems and be strong as Hercules, these are considered to be girly things but findin this page has given me a lot of confidence :)
I remember when i was in 9th grade, i suddenly started having red hot ears, the ears would go so hot that they would look almost purple in color. Had a very bad effect on social life at that time and most imp. of all on my studies. I was the one who in winter was turning on the Fan, putting Cold water on my ears but i was like some sort of a evil spell. One of my ears had to go red hot every winter night(This only happened in winters)for almost abt hr and a half!
Then when i came to univ, i found one other amazing problem to accompany me in summer and then i found out that this new problem has nothing to do with temperature i.e dislocated TMJ. This is very painfull as well, pain everyday in half head, TMJ, neck and sometimes shoulders as well, and limited mouth opening. One thing that is amazing when one problem is making me crazy, the other is not there. Maybe thats a law of nature.
You must be thinking about Doctors, i consulted a lot of them. All of their explanations were absolute crap and nonsense to even a non medical guy like me. I am actually computer and info. systems engineer. For TMJ, they say there is no cure, you can just put splints and there is a surgery that has a success rate of 30%(i cant recall exactly). For them, red ears arent a problem, its very normal!
Well just abt a yr back I went to a HAKEEM(These are doctors found in South East Asian countries like Pakistan who use herbal medicines and have completely different concepts than a MBBS). One reason that i am writing this is to share what i was advised by Hakim. This is not a cure just another temporary relief:
POUR ABOUT FEW DROPS OF WARM ALMOND OIL IN YOUR EARS. Yes few drops of almond oil in ears, NOT at the time of redness(it will only increase it then) but before the time u think it usually happens(e.g. b4 goin to a closed place or for me its usually dinner parties in winter). Now the Oil should be Warm if not a little HOT, remember Cold oil will do no difference. Infact it only increases the problem for me. Try this for a few days and u will see the difference. A few warm almond oil drops in nose also helps in reducing the tension headaches caused by TMJ problem. However, unfortunately this are just temporary reliefs but better to have something than nothing.
Now what i have learnt over the time is Yes people will notice red ears, some will make fun of it but in the end its us whose lack of confidence actually allows them to do so. So have complete faith in urselves, Any sort of health problem part. this one is not our fault. Now i try my best not to give any impression about any uneasiness i am feeling bcuz of this. However i have to thank God, that this Redness has decreased with the course of time, now the redness is less and duration has considerably reduced. I hope it will finish very soon.
I hope this helps someone. Share your success stories as well. Regards
Well a very close friend of mine used to make me nervous by saying "Why do u have so many health problems?". Living in Asia, Men are supposed to have no problems and be strong as Hercules, these are considered to be girly things but findin this page has given me a lot of confidence :)
I remember when i was in 9th grade, i suddenly started having red hot ears, the ears would go so hot that they would look almost purple in color. Had a very bad effect on social life at that time and most imp. of all on my studies. I was the one who in winter was turning on the Fan, putting Cold water on my ears but i was like some sort of a evil spell. One of my ears had to go red hot every winter night(This only happened in winters)for almost abt hr and a half!
Then when i came to univ, i found one other amazing problem to accompany me in summer and then i found out that this new problem has nothing to do with temperature i.e dislocated TMJ. This is very painfull as well, pain everyday in half head, TMJ, neck and sometimes shoulders as well, and limited mouth opening. One thing that is amazing when one problem is making me crazy, the other is not there. Maybe thats a law of nature.
You must be thinking about Doctors, i consulted a lot of them. All of their explanations were absolute crap and nonsense to even a non medical guy like me. I am actually computer and info. systems engineer. For TMJ, they say there is no cure, you can just put splints and there is a surgery that has a success rate of 30%(i cant recall exactly). For them, red ears arent a problem, its very normal!
Well just abt a yr back I went to a HAKEEM(These are doctors found in South East Asian countries like Pakistan who use herbal medicines and have completely different concepts than a MBBS). One reason that i am writing this is to share what i was advised by Hakim. This is not a cure just another temporary relief:
POUR ABOUT FEW DROPS OF WARM ALMOND OIL IN YOUR EARS. Yes few drops of almond oil in ears, NOT at the time of redness(it will only increase it then) but before the time u think it usually happens(e.g. b4 goin to a closed place or for me its usually dinner parties in winter). Now the Oil should be Warm if not a little HOT, remember Cold oil will do no difference. Infact it only increases the problem for me. Try this for a few days and u will see the difference. A few warm almond oil drops in nose also helps in reducing the tension headaches caused by TMJ problem. However, unfortunately this are just temporary reliefs but better to have something than nothing.
Now what i have learnt over the time is Yes people will notice red ears, some will make fun of it but in the end its us whose lack of confidence actually allows them to do so. So have complete faith in urselves, Any sort of health problem part. this one is not our fault. Now i try my best not to give any impression about any uneasiness i am feeling bcuz of this. However i have to thank God, that this Redness has decreased with the course of time, now the redness is less and duration has considerably reduced. I hope it will finish very soon.
I hope this helps someone. Share your success stories as well. Regards
Anonymous -
11th December 2006
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Why is it that so many people have this problem, as I do, and no ones doctor from what I've read has been able to give them any accurate diagnosis or information??
Why is it that so many people have this problem, as I do, and no ones doctor from what I've read has been able to give them any accurate diagnosis or information??
dave angel -
12th December 2006
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hi , i have had red ear syndrome for multiple years now,
my left or right get really hot en red but never both at the same time
it does seem to happen more often in recent months
it's not really painfull, but more of an annoyance/irritance for me
until a few weeks ago i just accepted it as something strange that happens to me, untill one night i googled "one red ear" or something simular and found a name for it, it's nice to know that you're not alone
what i have noticed:
it happens:
- mostly in the evening
- when i have had an alcoholic beverage (about 1 to 2 hours later)
- sometimes the left ear, sometimes the right never both
- when stressed at work
- sometimes it helps to put some cold water on the ear (although not always)
- if you start to notice it, it happens more often
i dont know it so rare a desease: if you start to look for it in other people , i seems to see it pretty regulary
don't know about any cure being out there somewhere
i have found a message board on the subject under www.healthboards.com under rare disorders, not many activity there perhaps we could move some discussion that way too
hi , i have had red ear syndrome for multiple years now,
my left or right get really hot en red but never both at the same time
it does seem to happen more often in recent months
it's not really painfull, but more of an annoyance/irritance for me
until a few weeks ago i just accepted it as something strange that happens to me, untill one night i googled "one red ear" or something simular and found a name for it, it's nice to know that you're not alone
what i have noticed:
it happens:
- mostly in the evening
- when i have had an alcoholic beverage (about 1 to 2 hours later)
- sometimes the left ear, sometimes the right never both
- when stressed at work
- sometimes it helps to put some cold water on the ear (although not always)
- if you start to notice it, it happens more often
i dont know it so rare a desease: if you start to look for it in other people , i seems to see it pretty regulary
don't know about any cure being out there somewhere
i have found a message board on the subject under www.healthboards.com under rare disorders, not many activity there perhaps we could move some discussion that way too
dave angel -
12th December 2006
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hi , i have had red ear syndrome for multiple years now,
my left or right get really hot en red but never both at the same time
it does seem to happen more often in recent months
it's not really painfull, but more of an annoyance/irritance for me
until a few weeks ago i just accepted it as something strange that happens to me, untill one night i googled "one red ear" or something simular and found a name for it, it's nice to know that you're not alone
what i have noticed:
it happens:
- mostly in the evening
- when i have had an alcoholic beverage (about 1 to 2 hours later)
- sometimes the left ear, sometimes the right never both
- when stressed at work
- sometimes it helps to put some cold water on the ear (although not always)
- if you start to notice it, it happens more often
i dont know it so rare a desease: if you start to look for it in other people , i seems to see it pretty regulary
don't know about any cure being out there somewhere
i found a messageboard on healthboards.com on rare disorders
not much traffic there perhaps we could post some stuff there too
ps if i have dubbleposted sorry, i did not see my message anymore after posting it, after checking back
hi , i have had red ear syndrome for multiple years now,
my left or right get really hot en red but never both at the same time
it does seem to happen more often in recent months
it's not really painfull, but more of an annoyance/irritance for me
until a few weeks ago i just accepted it as something strange that happens to me, untill one night i googled "one red ear" or something simular and found a name for it, it's nice to know that you're not alone
what i have noticed:
it happens:
- mostly in the evening
- when i have had an alcoholic beverage (about 1 to 2 hours later)
- sometimes the left ear, sometimes the right never both
- when stressed at work
- sometimes it helps to put some cold water on the ear (although not always)
- if you start to notice it, it happens more often
i dont know it so rare a desease: if you start to look for it in other people , i seems to see it pretty regulary
don't know about any cure being out there somewhere
i found a messageboard on healthboards.com on rare disorders
not much traffic there perhaps we could post some stuff there too
ps if i have dubbleposted sorry, i did not see my message anymore after posting it, after checking back
Josh9321 -
15th December 2006
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I read some of the comments and for me, my ears tend to get hot when I drink sugary drink
I read some of the comments and for me, my ears tend to get hot when I drink sugary drink
pictures milf -
18th December 2006
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I haven't gotten much done. Basically nothing noteworthy going on right now, but shrug. I can't be bothered with anything recently. I guess it doesn't bother me. Maybe tomorrow. I feel like a bunch of nothing.
I haven't been up to much these days. Such is life. I've just been letting everything happen without me these days, but I don't care.
Hi, ich Suche jemanden der mir redaxo aufsetzt und bei der grafik implementierung und den addons hilft. Bezahlung nach absprache danke!
I haven't gotten much done. Basically nothing noteworthy going on right now, but shrug. I can't be bothered with anything recently. I guess it doesn't bother me. Maybe tomorrow. I feel like a bunch of nothing.
I haven't been up to much these days. Such is life. I've just been letting everything happen without me these days, but I don't care.
Hi, ich Suche jemanden der mir redaxo aufsetzt und bei der grafik implementierung und den addons hilft. Bezahlung nach absprache danke!
Glenn -
18th December 2006
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Hi from another sufferer. Has anyone seen this:
http://www.hyperhidrosis.com/facial_blushing.htm
Maybe the hot ear thing is another symptom of this. Does anyone else get the sweating problem? I'm seriously thinking about having this done (after checking out the price first :-).
Hi from another sufferer. Has anyone seen this:
http://www.hyperhidrosis.com/facial_blushing.htm
Maybe the hot ear thing is another symptom of this. Does anyone else get the sweating problem? I'm seriously thinking about having this done (after checking out the price first :-).
brandon -
30th December 2006
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I believe red ears occur when the body is overheated, its starts circulating blood through the ears since the ears are thin the blood can cool that way. Being as that being in hot rooms, sexual activity or listening to intense music turns my ears red - all those are associated with the body being overheated. Im not 100% sure..
I believe red ears occur when the body is overheated, its starts circulating blood through the ears since the ears are thin the blood can cool that way. Being as that being in hot rooms, sexual activity or listening to intense music turns my ears red - all those are associated with the body being overheated. Im not 100% sure..
Peggy -
4th January 2007
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I have one ear that gets really red and it feels like so much heat coming from that one ear. It is never both ears, mostly my left ear. I can't believe there are so many others who have this same problem. I was just concerned that I could have some type of blockage or some medication condition that was causing it. It makes me feel better to know that I am not the only one.
I have one ear that gets really red and it feels like so much heat coming from that one ear. It is never both ears, mostly my left ear. I can't believe there are so many others who have this same problem. I was just concerned that I could have some type of blockage or some medication condition that was causing it. It makes me feel better to know that I am not the only one.
gman -
5th January 2007
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I am a teenager and have experienced hot ears for as long as I can remember. Usually one ear at a time, pretty much always in the evening. I do not drink, It does not seem to be linked to stress. I have no health problems to my knowledge, though I seem to get headaches easily (usually either due to stress or mild dehydration). Hot rooms might trigger it, but it's hard to tell since it makes every room seem hot. Winter seems to be the most common time. Sometimes it is irritating, but fortunately I fall asleep easily now so it doesn't keep me up like it occasionally did when I was younger. I have never given it much thought before, but I just tonight noticed in the mirror that my hot ear was very bright red, and of course ended up at this search engine fav. Hopefully I can remember to ask my doctor about it next time.
I am a teenager and have experienced hot ears for as long as I can remember. Usually one ear at a time, pretty much always in the evening. I do not drink, It does not seem to be linked to stress. I have no health problems to my knowledge, though I seem to get headaches easily (usually either due to stress or mild dehydration). Hot rooms might trigger it, but it's hard to tell since it makes every room seem hot. Winter seems to be the most common time. Sometimes it is irritating, but fortunately I fall asleep easily now so it doesn't keep me up like it occasionally did when I was younger. I have never given it much thought before, but I just tonight noticed in the mirror that my hot ear was very bright red, and of course ended up at this search engine fav. Hopefully I can remember to ask my doctor about it next time.
tap -
7th January 2007
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Amazing. I'm glad to know I'm not so weird! For at least 8 years I've suffered red, hot ears typically after drinking wine (red, white, no difference) but it also happened last night after drinking a Cosmopolitan. I'm 54, received a medical diagnosis (after brain scan and other testing) of combined ADHD about four years ago. Otherwise, pretty healthy...no high blood pressure, no migraines. I'm allergic to all summer squashes and eggplant, strawberries, kiwis, melons, and walnuts. (Someone once said it was stuff in the "nightshade" family yet I have no problem with tomatoes or cucumbers.) I've also had the red hot ears happen without having had anything to eat. This is such a STRANGE syndrome!
Amazing. I'm glad to know I'm not so weird! For at least 8 years I've suffered red, hot ears typically after drinking wine (red, white, no difference) but it also happened last night after drinking a Cosmopolitan. I'm 54, received a medical diagnosis (after brain scan and other testing) of combined ADHD about four years ago. Otherwise, pretty healthy...no high blood pressure, no migraines. I'm allergic to all summer squashes and eggplant, strawberries, kiwis, melons, and walnuts. (Someone once said it was stuff in the "nightshade" family yet I have no problem with tomatoes or cucumbers.) I've also had the red hot ears happen without having had anything to eat. This is such a STRANGE syndrome!
KellyMac -
17th February 2007
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Hey Tap,
Have you taken any meds for the ADHD issues? if so, have they helped with the Red Hot Ear problem?
Hey Tap,
Have you taken any meds for the ADHD issues? if so, have they helped with the Red Hot Ear problem?
Mike -
8th January 2007
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I am just woundering if everyone here uses a cell phone .
I am just woundering if everyone here uses a cell phone .
otacon -
8th January 2007
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i too have this problem. i've been experimenting, and i've noticed i always get red ears whenever it's really hot and i get really anxious or nervous.
i too have this problem. i've been experimenting, and i've noticed i always get red ears whenever it's really hot and i get really anxious or nervous.
kristij44 -
11th January 2007
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Hi guys, well here's a little history for ya. i'm female,25, 3 kids, i smoke (ya i know i'm trying to quit), drink sometimes. Last year after having my baby I got toxemia which led to high blood pressure... which in turn caused a seizure and a stroke. I usually only got red ears when i drank, but now i'm finding that i get them alot more. usually when i'm excited or nervous. yesterday it happened for no reason at all. i took my blood pressure and it wasn't extremely high 130/90, but i also did notice that my heart was racing. as far as i can tell it probably is due to high blood pressure. i also have some bubbling sound in my right ear which noone has been able to tell me anything. it was also followed by a headache that continued for the rest of the night. I am waiting for my dr. to call me back, but I really do believe that it has something to do with hbp. next time it happens check your blood pressure and see if it's abnormal. you can do this at your dr office or even a grocery store. trust me hbp is nothing to mess with!!
Hi guys, well here's a little history for ya. i'm female,25, 3 kids, i smoke (ya i know i'm trying to quit), drink sometimes. Last year after having my baby I got toxemia which led to high blood pressure... which in turn caused a seizure and a stroke. I usually only got red ears when i drank, but now i'm finding that i get them alot more. usually when i'm excited or nervous. yesterday it happened for no reason at all. i took my blood pressure and it wasn't extremely high 130/90, but i also did notice that my heart was racing. as far as i can tell it probably is due to high blood pressure. i also have some bubbling sound in my right ear which noone has been able to tell me anything. it was also followed by a headache that continued for the rest of the night. I am waiting for my dr. to call me back, but I really do believe that it has something to do with hbp. next time it happens check your blood pressure and see if it's abnormal. you can do this at your dr office or even a grocery store. trust me hbp is nothing to mess with!!
KellyMac -
15th January 2007
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All, I am 48, have had the RHES at least since I was 28, there seems to be no real reason for it and I can not predict when it will happen! It will happen in a hot room and spread from my left ear to my left cheek to my right check, then the entire face and then my right ear. I have found a few things that help, but generally they can't be done when this happens and it happens everyday, several times per day. If I can get to a car during the episode and have the air on HIGH and point directly at my left ear, after about 20 minutes, it will go away... but who can do that several times a day and work! Other thing that helps, when I travel is to return to the hotel room and trun the air conditioner on HIGH and lay my face (on the left side, on it), this too can take away the problem, but if I am rushed, it doesn't work and lastly, If I take like 3mg to 6 mg of Alprozalm a day, it controls it, but that stuff is not good for you at all. I have been in generally good health all my life, I don't drink, smoke or anything like that. I do have an undiagnosable left leg pain that is with me every moment of every day and extends the entire lenght of the leg including the hip. I have seen several specialists over the last 30 years for this, and they see nothing significant on any test.
I am at a complete loss to know the casue of either of these, and I don't believe that they are connected in any form.
I do wonder though, if the main blood vessel or artey that goes to the ears (there seems to be several blood vessels, but only one that is very large compared to the others) was to be rerouted via surgery to another internal blood flow vessel, would that fix the problem. Has anyone every considered this thought? The ear would still get blood because of the other vessels, but this one is the one that seems to start and gets RED HOT then to the ear then they get so HOT they become PURPLE and PAINFUL!
All, I am 48, have had the RHES at least since I was 28, there seems to be no real reason for it and I can not predict when it will happen! It will happen in a hot room and spread from my left ear to my left cheek to my right check, then the entire face and then my right ear. I have found a few things that help, but generally they can't be done when this happens and it happens everyday, several times per day. If I can get to a car during the episode and have the air on HIGH and point directly at my left ear, after about 20 minutes, it will go away... but who can do that several times a day and work! Other thing that helps, when I travel is to return to the hotel room and trun the air conditioner on HIGH and lay my face (on the left side, on it), this too can take away the problem, but if I am rushed, it doesn't work and lastly, If I take like 3mg to 6 mg of Alprozalm a day, it controls it, but that stuff is not good for you at all. I have been in generally good health all my life, I don't drink, smoke or anything like that. I do have an undiagnosable left leg pain that is with me every moment of every day and extends the entire lenght of the leg including the hip. I have seen several specialists over the last 30 years for this, and they see nothing significant on any test.
I am at a complete loss to know the casue of either of these, and I don't believe that they are connected in any form.
I do wonder though, if the main blood vessel or artey that goes to the ears (there seems to be several blood vessels, but only one that is very large compared to the others) was to be rerouted via surgery to another internal blood flow vessel, would that fix the problem. Has anyone every considered this thought? The ear would still get blood because of the other vessels, but this one is the one that seems to start and gets RED HOT then to the ear then they get so HOT they become PURPLE and PAINFUL!
Patty Z -
15th January 2007
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I am shocked to hear that so many people have this same condition. My son who is 8 years old gets red ears when he is playing video games or other games that make his adrenaline go crazy. It also happens when he is stressed out.
I thought maybe it was his blood pressure. He hates his red ears and we are going to try the tongue trick next time it happens we'll keep you posted :)
I was getting a little nervous but now I see it is a common thing. Thanks so much for posting this page. I am sure LOTS of moms are thankful!
I am shocked to hear that so many people have this same condition. My son who is 8 years old gets red ears when he is playing video games or other games that make his adrenaline go crazy. It also happens when he is stressed out.
I thought maybe it was his blood pressure. He hates his red ears and we are going to try the tongue trick next time it happens we'll keep you posted :)
I was getting a little nervous but now I see it is a common thing. Thanks so much for posting this page. I am sure LOTS of moms are thankful!
Anonymous -
17th January 2007
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i think we are all hypochondriacs _spelling..i have the same thing but you guys make me think im really sick.
i think we are all hypochondriacs _spelling..i have the same thing but you guys make me think im really sick.
Jessica -
18th January 2007
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My ear occasionally turns red suddenly with an intense heat. But just as often it is my face. Today around 2:30 pm I felt a sudden onset of heat straight to my face, almost stinging. My face has been red for over to hours although it is starting to lessen. Its only slightly painful, more like a burning feeling. Eyes are irritated, throat a little as well. Anyone else also have the flushing in the face?
My ear occasionally turns red suddenly with an intense heat. But just as often it is my face. Today around 2:30 pm I felt a sudden onset of heat straight to my face, almost stinging. My face has been red for over to hours although it is starting to lessen. Its only slightly painful, more like a burning feeling. Eyes are irritated, throat a little as well. Anyone else also have the flushing in the face?
Dan -
20th January 2007
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About 5 years ago now I damaged my left ear shooting guns without earplugs and have suffered from tinnitus since. The red hot ear (left side) started about a year later, and I just assumed it was related. Reading all these posts I see it could be anything causing RHE. I am 28, ADD, unknown blood type, network administrator, drink coffee and alcohol occasionally, and also suffer from lack of sleep. I find the only thing that makes the redness and burning go away is exercise. If I go out and walk briskly for about 1/2 mile or 2 laps around your average store parkinglot, the redness goes away. My personal belief is that this condition is related to poor circulation. I noticed alot of the people posting here are very right brain (intellectual) which is synonymous with physically dormant. Get out of your chair and get some exercise once a day people and see if it helps. Just my .02 cents, good luck to you all!
About 5 years ago now I damaged my left ear shooting guns without earplugs and have suffered from tinnitus since. The red hot ear (left side) started about a year later, and I just assumed it was related. Reading all these posts I see it could be anything causing RHE. I am 28, ADD, unknown blood type, network administrator, drink coffee and alcohol occasionally, and also suffer from lack of sleep. I find the only thing that makes the redness and burning go away is exercise. If I go out and walk briskly for about 1/2 mile or 2 laps around your average store parkinglot, the redness goes away. My personal belief is that this condition is related to poor circulation. I noticed alot of the people posting here are very right brain (intellectual) which is synonymous with physically dormant. Get out of your chair and get some exercise once a day people and see if it helps. Just my .02 cents, good luck to you all!
Mark -
21st January 2007
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Hi all (again from many posts ago). Exercise certainly helps, good for circulation etc, etc.
But, if you have a big presentation or something and you fear the 'red, hot, ear thing' may occur try having a dispirin/aspirin mixed with lemon juice (only). This has worked for me over the years. The 'red, hot, ear thing' will re-occur when you least expect it (well for me anyway, and only in winter when its cold outside and I come into a very warm or hot room) but the lemon juice with aspirin/dispirin has given me temporary relief particularly if I have to present something in front of a group of people or attend a function etc.
Hope this may help some.
regards to all
Hi all (again from many posts ago). Exercise certainly helps, good for circulation etc, etc.
But, if you have a big presentation or something and you fear the 'red, hot, ear thing' may occur try having a dispirin/aspirin mixed with lemon juice (only). This has worked for me over the years. The 'red, hot, ear thing' will re-occur when you least expect it (well for me anyway, and only in winter when its cold outside and I come into a very warm or hot room) but the lemon juice with aspirin/dispirin has given me temporary relief particularly if I have to present something in front of a group of people or attend a function etc.
Hope this may help some.
regards to all
Kent -
23rd January 2007
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Hi all,
I've always gotten a red and hot ear when I'm run down (tired) or just coming down with a cold. I think it's always the left, but I'm not positive.
It also happens sometimes with alcohol, mostly at night. It's not really a problem for me (actually the pre-sickness hot ear is useful for letting me know when I should get some extra rest). :)
As for commonalities - it is interesting - I also am O+. I've noticed a bunch of posts from people with anxiety/stress issues - but keep in mind that it could be that only anxious/stressed folks are taking the time to research this. I just happened to be bored and wanted to see if anyone else has this. It's interesting!
If you have any other symptoms (pain, etc.) or are really worried you should go to the doctor, but (in my unprofessional opinion) the occasional hot ear itself is not dangerous. Just a quirk of the body.
Good luck to all!
Hi all,
I've always gotten a red and hot ear when I'm run down (tired) or just coming down with a cold. I think it's always the left, but I'm not positive.
It also happens sometimes with alcohol, mostly at night. It's not really a problem for me (actually the pre-sickness hot ear is useful for letting me know when I should get some extra rest). :)
As for commonalities - it is interesting - I also am O+. I've noticed a bunch of posts from people with anxiety/stress issues - but keep in mind that it could be that only anxious/stressed folks are taking the time to research this. I just happened to be bored and wanted to see if anyone else has this. It's interesting!
If you have any other symptoms (pain, etc.) or are really worried you should go to the doctor, but (in my unprofessional opinion) the occasional hot ear itself is not dangerous. Just a quirk of the body.
Good luck to all!
Chris -
24th January 2007
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Hi there,
I'm a medical student from London with the exact same red ear syndrome. I've had it for 8 or so years now and both my ears flush bright red nearly every evening, burning like wildfire in the process.
I was previously diagnosed with a TMJ (Temperomandibular joint) dysfunction that caused terrible headaches to be associated with the red ears, so, I would venture that there is a degree of TMJ involvement in this horribly irritating condition. For the bad news, treating the TMJ did nothing for the ears but worked fine with regards to pain.
Hi there,
I'm a medical student from London with the exact same red ear syndrome. I've had it for 8 or so years now and both my ears flush bright red nearly every evening, burning like wildfire in the process.
I was previously diagnosed with a TMJ (Temperomandibular joint) dysfunction that caused terrible headaches to be associated with the red ears, so, I would venture that there is a degree of TMJ involvement in this horribly irritating condition. For the bad news, treating the TMJ did nothing for the ears but worked fine with regards to pain.
maggie -
29th January 2007
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check out Erythromelalgia it might help I know this happens to me at night but mainly feet and hands, I definately have EM but it can affect any part of the body although it says hands and feet on most info. My face gets red sometimes only one cheek and my ears can burn at night too.
check out Erythromelalgia it might help I know this happens to me at night but mainly feet and hands, I definately have EM but it can affect any part of the body although it says hands and feet on most info. My face gets red sometimes only one cheek and my ears can burn at night too.
Michele -
25th January 2007
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I have suffered from the Hot Ear Syndrome since I first had an allergic reaction to a zinc suppliment for which my whole body turned hot and red. The truth of the matter is that "hot ear" IS NOT connected to ADHD because I do not have ADHD. I am an O+ blood type and the temperature has changed from hot to cold outside in just a matter of a couple of days. However, I have been told by several doctors that "hot" ears is a sign of rising blood pressure. I have also been told that since I have a reaction to medium to high amounts of zinc, the hot ear could be attributed to something that I may have eaten that contained zinc (i.e. salads, salad dressings). I have been told by a doctor that any zinc I take into my body is absorbed into the blood stream. If I happened to take in too much zinc, then I get the hot ear. More or less like a warning. After about an hour, the heat and redness goes away and everything goes back to normal.
This is the explaination I have been given by my family physician, allergists, and E.N.T. doctors. I hope this will shed some light on the issue.
I have suffered from the Hot Ear Syndrome since I first had an allergic reaction to a zinc suppliment for which my whole body turned hot and red. The truth of the matter is that "hot ear" IS NOT connected to ADHD because I do not have ADHD. I am an O+ blood type and the temperature has changed from hot to cold outside in just a matter of a couple of days. However, I have been told by several doctors that "hot" ears is a sign of rising blood pressure. I have also been told that since I have a reaction to medium to high amounts of zinc, the hot ear could be attributed to something that I may have eaten that contained zinc (i.e. salads, salad dressings). I have been told by a doctor that any zinc I take into my body is absorbed into the blood stream. If I happened to take in too much zinc, then I get the hot ear. More or less like a warning. After about an hour, the heat and redness goes away and everything goes back to normal.
This is the explaination I have been given by my family physician, allergists, and E.N.T. doctors. I hope this will shed some light on the issue.
Wendy C -
26th January 2007
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My son gets red hot ears. It varies from ear to ear and has no apparent reason, he has had it for a number of years, ever since I can remember. I think it just bothers him if its mentioned by someone, but it doesn't affect his daily life. But what scares me is all these people saying it does...maybe it will change and be daily and bother him. I have been trying to look up info on Vascular Hemihypertrophy...I had a brother that had that and my mother said his ears would do this too. Its harde to read the info on this disorder
My son gets red hot ears. It varies from ear to ear and has no apparent reason, he has had it for a number of years, ever since I can remember. I think it just bothers him if its mentioned by someone, but it doesn't affect his daily life. But what scares me is all these people saying it does...maybe it will change and be daily and bother him. I have been trying to look up info on Vascular Hemihypertrophy...I had a brother that had that and my mother said his ears would do this too. Its harde to read the info on this disorder
Lisa F -
26th January 2007
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I think some folks are describing what might be 2 different kinds of 'hot ear' problems. I am 28 years old, and began having 1 hot ear, always the right one, while I was pregnant 2 years ago. It seems to be nearly random, as it plagues me regardless of lack of caffeine/alcohol consumption. The heat is so intense I use ice packs or frozen peas to reduce the discomfort. Like a few mentions above, I also suffer from TMJ disorder and pain, and these two seem to flare up around the same time, though not always together. I also have been dismissed by doctors which is very disappointing, pehaps I should print off all of these posts and bring them in next time I see him!!
I think some folks are describing what might be 2 different kinds of 'hot ear' problems. I am 28 years old, and began having 1 hot ear, always the right one, while I was pregnant 2 years ago. It seems to be nearly random, as it plagues me regardless of lack of caffeine/alcohol consumption. The heat is so intense I use ice packs or frozen peas to reduce the discomfort. Like a few mentions above, I also suffer from TMJ disorder and pain, and these two seem to flare up around the same time, though not always together. I also have been dismissed by doctors which is very disappointing, pehaps I should print off all of these posts and bring them in next time I see him!!
Anonymous -
27th January 2007
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For the past few years my left ear gets hot more often than my right, but just the same they still get very red and hot. I have never thought of asking my doctor why this happens, but after reading everyones comments and finding no diagnosis....i guess it would be sinseless and waisted money. Whether i'm having a drink or not it just occurs whenever at any time of the day or evening. It may be stressed related (which i have a-lot of that), or maybe because my neck is out of line and needs ajusting, or i maybe developing some kind of cancer. Where are all the medical doctors and researchers for our red hot ear problem?
For the past few years my left ear gets hot more often than my right, but just the same they still get very red and hot. I have never thought of asking my doctor why this happens, but after reading everyones comments and finding no diagnosis....i guess it would be sinseless and waisted money. Whether i'm having a drink or not it just occurs whenever at any time of the day or evening. It may be stressed related (which i have a-lot of that), or maybe because my neck is out of line and needs ajusting, or i maybe developing some kind of cancer. Where are all the medical doctors and researchers for our red hot ear problem?
karen -
28th January 2007
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Thanks for all the above posts regarding a burning ear(s). I was going to go to the GP about my young son tomorrow, who has complained of the latter for a very long time, but it seems that there would be no specific cure. His ear condition tends to occur nightly, possibly due to tiredness.
Thanks for all the above posts regarding a burning ear(s). I was going to go to the GP about my young son tomorrow, who has complained of the latter for a very long time, but it seems that there would be no specific cure. His ear condition tends to occur nightly, possibly due to tiredness.
John McGrath, Dublin -
6th February 2007
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I am so happy that I have found others with the same condition as me, for so long I thought I was being paranoid. I have been suffering from the dreaded one hot ear syndrome for about a year now, at first I thought it was nothing.. too much drink or something, but since that faithful sunny June day back in 2005 I have been having relapse nearly on a daily basis.
I think for me it is something to do with sex - I am homosexual and I lead a very sexual active life. I find that after I am with a man my right ear becomes really hot and very irritating.
I am so happy that I have found others with the same condition as me, for so long I thought I was being paranoid. I have been suffering from the dreaded one hot ear syndrome for about a year now, at first I thought it was nothing.. too much drink or something, but since that faithful sunny June day back in 2005 I have been having relapse nearly on a daily basis.
I think for me it is something to do with sex - I am homosexual and I lead a very sexual active life. I find that after I am with a man my right ear becomes really hot and very irritating.
hillary -
9th February 2007
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Wow, I never realized so many people have this problem. All i have to say is it's the most annoying thing ever. I'm 15 and i started to get the "red ear" like.. probably around 2 years ago.. it's so random i never know when it will start.. I wish someone had a clue about what to do about it ...
Wow, I never realized so many people have this problem. All i have to say is it's the most annoying thing ever. I'm 15 and i started to get the "red ear" like.. probably around 2 years ago.. it's so random i never know when it will start.. I wish someone had a clue about what to do about it ...
Liz, Indianapolis, Indiana -
9th February 2007
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I have to say it is amazing to find this site with so many people who are suffering from this annoying thing.
I am 15, and my right ear always gets hot midway through 4th period (around 1:45, block scheduling). I am in advanced classes for my age and suffer from a medium to high level of stress (I'm pretty good at dealing with it).
When I was around 12, I had my tonsils removed and developed pneumonia that went undiagnosed for a while (an infectious disease specialist finally caught it). Ever since then, when it is hot outside or I get out of a warm shower, I have giant red splotches on my knees sometimes extending down my leg. These don't itch at all but feel a little warm (warm enough for me to notice)
Throughout any given day my chest will also have the same splotches.
My psychiatrist has told me that the chest ones can be due to being uncomfortable in a social situation.
Which brings me to commonalities.
I have ADHD (I was diagnosed at age 7 or so) and currently take Concerta for it. Recently I have had issues with Social Phobias, but mine involve gym class (which I am currently not taking) and playing my Clarinet in front of people in band class.(I noticed the trumpet player's comment, I have not noticed the red ears when I play though).
I am not completely sure, but I think I have AB+ blood type (I know I am not O)
Either hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism runs in my family. As of three years ago, I did not have that (when they were trying to diagnose my pneumonia)
I do not think I have any food allergies, especially considering that the Concerta decreases my appetite so I generally skip lunch (which gives me Hypoglycemic symptoms, which my mother has) and I still have these symptoms, I do, however try to eat a little something to control my shakiness and I always have water. My Mother's Mother is allergic to soy, however.
I am NOT a hypochondriac, though. A friend commented on my ear (I have always just ignored it or thought I have a fever, although I never do) and suggested I check it out.
This has been bothering me for a while, I wonder what our issue is.
Anyone with whom could comment with insight on my problem/symptoms, it would be greatly appreciated!
I'm so glad I found a group of people who have the same problem!
I hope we can figure this out!
Warm Regards,
Liz
I have to say it is amazing to find this site with so many people who are suffering from this annoying thing.
I am 15, and my right ear always gets hot midway through 4th period (around 1:45, block scheduling). I am in advanced classes for my age and suffer from a medium to high level of stress (I'm pretty good at dealing with it).
When I was around 12, I had my tonsils removed and developed pneumonia that went undiagnosed for a while (an infectious disease specialist finally caught it). Ever since then, when it is hot outside or I get out of a warm shower, I have giant red splotches on my knees sometimes extending down my leg. These don't itch at all but feel a little warm (warm enough for me to notice)
Throughout any given day my chest will also have the same splotches.
My psychiatrist has told me that the chest ones can be due to being uncomfortable in a social situation.
Which brings me to commonalities.
I have ADHD (I was diagnosed at age 7 or so) and currently take Concerta for it. Recently I have had issues with Social Phobias, but mine involve gym class (which I am currently not taking) and playing my Clarinet in front of people in band class.(I noticed the trumpet player's comment, I have not noticed the red ears when I play though).
I am not completely sure, but I think I have AB+ blood type (I know I am not O)
Either hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism runs in my family. As of three years ago, I did not have that (when they were trying to diagnose my pneumonia)
I do not think I have any food allergies, especially considering that the Concerta decreases my appetite so I generally skip lunch (which gives me Hypoglycemic symptoms, which my mother has) and I still have these symptoms, I do, however try to eat a little something to control my shakiness and I always have water. My Mother's Mother is allergic to soy, however.
I am NOT a hypochondriac, though. A friend commented on my ear (I have always just ignored it or thought I have a fever, although I never do) and suggested I check it out.
This has been bothering me for a while, I wonder what our issue is.
Anyone with whom could comment with insight on my problem/symptoms, it would be greatly appreciated!
I'm so glad I found a group of people who have the same problem!
I hope we can figure this out!
Warm Regards,
Liz
Liz, Indianapolis, Indiana -
9th February 2007
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And oh yes, I do not drink or do drugs, and am abstinent (no STDS!) and I don't have high blood pressure.
And oh yes, I do not drink or do drugs, and am abstinent (no STDS!) and I don't have high blood pressure.
brian -
13th February 2007
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HI, There are many posts here dating back to 2003 but I get the gist of them, therefore, I will just add situation. I am active duty military, very healthy in my opinion, quit dipping and drinking but took up working out at the gym.
I have never had high blood pressure, even though married to an OCD woman who is currently pregnant (love her though) and we can a 5 year old. Anyway, I was sitting in class last week and my ears were on fire and I figured it was a hot classroom or something. Still working out for an hour at lunch (heavy upper body weights) and then yesterday I was like dude my ears have been getting hot around 3 pm everyday and that is not good. I went to the doctor that lunch break and enrolled under hot ears - confused. The triage lady took my blood pressure and it was 152/98 (i have never been above 125/85 in my life and i check regularly since my wife is a nurse. I started chatting with the doctor and told him i was taking a workout supplement called NO Explode (caffeine/vasodilator (opens up blood vessels for more powerful pumps in the gym) I am 32 and she told me that was the culprit definately so I stopped taking it and she told me it should be 48 hours before the supplements are out of my system. I has been 5 days since I took them and i have hot ear right now and my blood pressure is normal. I am on a five day BP monitoring session before i go back to see her. From all these posts I am kind of nervous but I will let you all know what the outcome is. I think it is definately from high BP but I hope that energy supplemement didnt give me chronic high BP with a red ear chaser:(. Email me at thetennisguru926@aol.com if you want to chat about the infamous red ear and do not take any supplements or drink energy drinks (get your energy from food)
HI, There are many posts here dating back to 2003 but I get the gist of them, therefore, I will just add situation. I am active duty military, very healthy in my opinion, quit dipping and drinking but took up working out at the gym.
I have never had high blood pressure, even though married to an OCD woman who is currently pregnant (love her though) and we can a 5 year old. Anyway, I was sitting in class last week and my ears were on fire and I figured it was a hot classroom or something. Still working out for an hour at lunch (heavy upper body weights) and then yesterday I was like dude my ears have been getting hot around 3 pm everyday and that is not good. I went to the doctor that lunch break and enrolled under hot ears - confused. The triage lady took my blood pressure and it was 152/98 (i have never been above 125/85 in my life and i check regularly since my wife is a nurse. I started chatting with the doctor and told him i was taking a workout supplement called NO Explode (caffeine/vasodilator (opens up blood vessels for more powerful pumps in the gym) I am 32 and she told me that was the culprit definately so I stopped taking it and she told me it should be 48 hours before the supplements are out of my system. I has been 5 days since I took them and i have hot ear right now and my blood pressure is normal. I am on a five day BP monitoring session before i go back to see her. From all these posts I am kind of nervous but I will let you all know what the outcome is. I think it is definately from high BP but I hope that energy supplemement didnt give me chronic high BP with a red ear chaser:(. Email me at thetennisguru926@aol.com if you want to chat about the infamous red ear and do not take any supplements or drink energy drinks (get your energy from food)
Ally -
14th February 2007
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My 11 year old son gets an aura about 15 minutes before his ear turns bright red and really hot. He describes the aura like what happens to me before I get a migraine. He has a blind spot that gets bigger before it goes away and his ear turns red. He also suffers from headaches and migraines. I'm so happy to have found this site and people who have the same thing!
My 11 year old son gets an aura about 15 minutes before his ear turns bright red and really hot. He describes the aura like what happens to me before I get a migraine. He has a blind spot that gets bigger before it goes away and his ear turns red. He also suffers from headaches and migraines. I'm so happy to have found this site and people who have the same thing!
Laura Flam -
16th February 2007
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Wow, I also have a hot red ear as I write this and get them occasionally for 1-2 hours in only my right ear. I used to break into chronic hives and would notice my ear getting red at the same time when I ate certain foods with high amount of allergens like shellfish and nuts that would exaggerate the hives. I did see a few doctors about the hives but they (like the red ear) are unexplainable. I have also noticed that the hives were triggered by stress. Anyone else here getting hives as well as a red ear? I am amazed by all the others with res ears here and slightly relieved to read that it is probably caused by stress.
Wow, I also have a hot red ear as I write this and get them occasionally for 1-2 hours in only my right ear. I used to break into chronic hives and would notice my ear getting red at the same time when I ate certain foods with high amount of allergens like shellfish and nuts that would exaggerate the hives. I did see a few doctors about the hives but they (like the red ear) are unexplainable. I have also noticed that the hives were triggered by stress. Anyone else here getting hives as well as a red ear? I am amazed by all the others with res ears here and slightly relieved to read that it is probably caused by stress.
Anonymous -
17th February 2007
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THIS IS VERY INTERESTING. MY 8 YEAR OLD SON HAS HAD RED EARS (BOTH OR INDIVIDUALLY) EVER SINCE I CAN REMEMBER. NO PARTICULAR TIME OR FOOD SIMILARITIES. IT'S GOOD TO KNOW HE'S NOT ALONE IN THIS.
THIS IS VERY INTERESTING. MY 8 YEAR OLD SON HAS HAD RED EARS (BOTH OR INDIVIDUALLY) EVER SINCE I CAN REMEMBER. NO PARTICULAR TIME OR FOOD SIMILARITIES. IT'S GOOD TO KNOW HE'S NOT ALONE IN THIS.
tap -
17th February 2007
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To Kelly Mac - Yes, I did take Adderall for about 3 months for the ADHD, but it caused "nasty" me to emerge so I stopped taking it. The drug seemed to have no noticeable effect on the ears.
To Kelly Mac - Yes, I did take Adderall for about 3 months for the ADHD, but it caused "nasty" me to emerge so I stopped taking it. The drug seemed to have no noticeable effect on the ears.
stupid boy -
19th February 2007
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why don't we donate our blood?i have been suffer this for a long time!i'm a boy!20years old.one day,i saw a girl or boy,so i don't know why my ear turn red and my classmate doubt that i'm.....that's wrong.now when i do other such as having some class my classmate always pay attention to my ear.oh! ican't bear.i'm about to be crazy
why don't we donate our blood?i have been suffer this for a long time!i'm a boy!20years old.one day,i saw a girl or boy,so i don't know why my ear turn red and my classmate doubt that i'm.....that's wrong.now when i do other such as having some class my classmate always pay attention to my ear.oh! ican't bear.i'm about to be crazy
Linda -
20th February 2007
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I too suffer from the red hot ear thing. I also thought it was just a wierd thing that I alone experienced. But it is happening alot more often and starting to hurt, so I thought I would try to find out about it. I too thought it was from high blood pressure, but my pressure was always normal. I think it happens alot when I am tired. And when my ears are red and hot I feel so out of it. Almost like I am not thinking straight. Maybe thats the tiredness. Does the tiredness cause the red ears or does the red ear cause me to be so tired? I know after they go back to normal, I am wiped out. I have had this happen for a long time. Usually just one, but sometimes both.
I too suffer from the red hot ear thing. I also thought it was just a wierd thing that I alone experienced. But it is happening alot more often and starting to hurt, so I thought I would try to find out about it. I too thought it was from high blood pressure, but my pressure was always normal. I think it happens alot when I am tired. And when my ears are red and hot I feel so out of it. Almost like I am not thinking straight. Maybe thats the tiredness. Does the tiredness cause the red ears or does the red ear cause me to be so tired? I know after they go back to normal, I am wiped out. I have had this happen for a long time. Usually just one, but sometimes both.
Harlan -
23rd February 2007
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Hello, I have had a red-hot ear from time to time as long as I can remember. At the age of 2, I split my left ear open and it was stitched up. This is the ear that gets hot. Perhaps there is something to the blood flow issue mentioned in an earlier posting. Seems our ears are trying to release heat from the body? (dogs don't sweat, they pant). Anyway, no ADD, ADHD, ODD, etc. Could be affected by drinking, hadn't thought about that until I read these posts. Hope this helps!
Hello, I have had a red-hot ear from time to time as long as I can remember. At the age of 2, I split my left ear open and it was stitched up. This is the ear that gets hot. Perhaps there is something to the blood flow issue mentioned in an earlier posting. Seems our ears are trying to release heat from the body? (dogs don't sweat, they pant). Anyway, no ADD, ADHD, ODD, etc. Could be affected by drinking, hadn't thought about that until I read these posts. Hope this helps!
missy -
25th February 2007
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hey, i started to noticed this hot left ear two weeks ago, and the worst thing is when i notice it i started to feel different like shy or something then it will go into my face but never will reach into my right ear i dont like it coz i cant face people when im so red, im 7 months pregnant now and i was thinking its porobably because im pregnant or im a little bit stress coz i cant sleep during the nights.I also feel it when i talked to people and it will make my face red coz i will begin to be shy becoz of it, my husband told me maybe becuase im really shy but i said how can i be shy talking to people i already know? it doesnt make sense and most of the weird thing is when we sleep i felt it too my ear is getting warm this time my face wasnt included coz its probably I am not facing someone.Its bothering me now coz this very new to me im so happy that a lot of people are having it too i thought im starting having mental problem. but if anyone could really whats going on, i still think its part of the changes in me because im preganant i hope this is the reason then it will dissapear after having the baby, i hope someone could clarify this new strange feeling.
hey, i started to noticed this hot left ear two weeks ago, and the worst thing is when i notice it i started to feel different like shy or something then it will go into my face but never will reach into my right ear i dont like it coz i cant face people when im so red, im 7 months pregnant now and i was thinking its porobably because im pregnant or im a little bit stress coz i cant sleep during the nights.I also feel it when i talked to people and it will make my face red coz i will begin to be shy becoz of it, my husband told me maybe becuase im really shy but i said how can i be shy talking to people i already know? it doesnt make sense and most of the weird thing is when we sleep i felt it too my ear is getting warm this time my face wasnt included coz its probably I am not facing someone.Its bothering me now coz this very new to me im so happy that a lot of people are having it too i thought im starting having mental problem. but if anyone could really whats going on, i still think its part of the changes in me because im preganant i hope this is the reason then it will dissapear after having the baby, i hope someone could clarify this new strange feeling.
sam -
25th February 2007
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my son gets red ears from time to time. he's been diagnosed with add, but the phenomenon seems to be related to temperature. when he gets overly warm, his ears will turn red, but not all the time, and this is when he's not sweating.
my son gets red ears from time to time. he's been diagnosed with add, but the phenomenon seems to be related to temperature. when he gets overly warm, his ears will turn red, but not all the time, and this is when he's not sweating.
Le_sleeP -
6th March 2007
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Only my left ear gets hotter than 1,000 suns, and I was diagnosed with ADHD a few months ago, but have had it all my life. I am a 31 year old female. I have never been pregnant, and am in excellent health. All except for this left ear... boy is it annoying!!! My symptoms occur when I am tired/possibly stressed. (maybe from nursing school) I don't FEEL stressed, but I think I am and dont know it. I don't have time for stress. So anyway, add me to the "left ear-ADHD" group. Cheers!
Only my left ear gets hotter than 1,000 suns, and I was diagnosed with ADHD a few months ago, but have had it all my life. I am a 31 year old female. I have never been pregnant, and am in excellent health. All except for this left ear... boy is it annoying!!! My symptoms occur when I am tired/possibly stressed. (maybe from nursing school) I don't FEEL stressed, but I think I am and dont know it. I don't have time for stress. So anyway, add me to the "left ear-ADHD" group. Cheers!
Anonymous -
9th March 2007
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Gosh, I can't believe so many ppl have the same thing going on with that one ear of them.
I've been having this "red hot left ear" for two months now and it happens almost at the same time every afternoon. I'm not diagnosed of anything and just curious to know what the reason is.
Gosh, I can't believe so many ppl have the same thing going on with that one ear of them.
I've been having this "red hot left ear" for two months now and it happens almost at the same time every afternoon. I'm not diagnosed of anything and just curious to know what the reason is.
Anonymous -
13th April 2007
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I have had one red ear twice now and both times it was within the same half an hour of the afternoon of one another. Strange isn't it?
I have had one red ear twice now and both times it was within the same half an hour of the afternoon of one another. Strange isn't it?
lbell -
11th March 2007
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Mine has been happening mostly in my left ear.
I am not a highly stressful person. I've had it happen when tired and well rested. Infact the occurence this evening happened after a good restful nap. I'm not a drinker or smoker. I do have hypertension. Possibly ADHD/predominently inattentive - never been "officially" diagnosed, but don't know how that would have anything to do with this. I am not on any medications. I've had it occur when I'm hot and when I'm cold. Its happened morning, afternoon or evening. When I in company and alone. I don't have migraines, I'm not embarrased easily.
It began occuring about 1 - 1.5 yrs ago. There is no set time for the occurences. Sometimes I'll go days - weeks without an occurence. Today I have had two. Mine is not so much painful as it is annoying. Also, it sometimes itches.
I get episodes of Food-dependent exercise-induced anaphylaxis.I break out in hives, swell, turn red like a big red radish, asthma, tongue and throat swells and ITCH ITCH ITCH!!!! These episodes are far and few in between. I have had an episode for 2 years and 2-3 years prior to that one. I have never had this problem or asthma before then BOOM they started when I was around 27 yrs old. I've always had allergies. I'm 38 now. I have had approximately 5-6 episodes in the 11 years.
I always just thought there was some sort of correlation between the red hot ears and the anaphylaxis. Possibly some sort of allergic reaction - but to what, I don't know?
I also noticed just starting this winter that when my hands get cold they turn real red, swell and itch real bad, then subsides. When this happens it brings to mind when I have an episode of anaphylaxis.
I don't know - anybodies guess is as good as mine - I've always just accepted that they happen and just thought I was a "freak of nature" :). I was surprised to see it's so common.
Mine has been happening mostly in my left ear.
I am not a highly stressful person. I've had it happen when tired and well rested. Infact the occurence this evening happened after a good restful nap. I'm not a drinker or smoker. I do have hypertension. Possibly ADHD/predominently inattentive - never been "officially" diagnosed, but don't know how that would have anything to do with this. I am not on any medications. I've had it occur when I'm hot and when I'm cold. Its happened morning, afternoon or evening. When I in company and alone. I don't have migraines, I'm not embarrased easily.
It began occuring about 1 - 1.5 yrs ago. There is no set time for the occurences. Sometimes I'll go days - weeks without an occurence. Today I have had two. Mine is not so much painful as it is annoying. Also, it sometimes itches.
I get episodes of Food-dependent exercise-induced anaphylaxis.I break out in hives, swell, turn red like a big red radish, asthma, tongue and throat swells and ITCH ITCH ITCH!!!! These episodes are far and few in between. I have had an episode for 2 years and 2-3 years prior to that one. I have never had this problem or asthma before then BOOM they started when I was around 27 yrs old. I've always had allergies. I'm 38 now. I have had approximately 5-6 episodes in the 11 years.
I always just thought there was some sort of correlation between the red hot ears and the anaphylaxis. Possibly some sort of allergic reaction - but to what, I don't know?
I also noticed just starting this winter that when my hands get cold they turn real red, swell and itch real bad, then subsides. When this happens it brings to mind when I have an episode of anaphylaxis.
I don't know - anybodies guess is as good as mine - I've always just accepted that they happen and just thought I was a "freak of nature" :). I was surprised to see it's so common.
lbell -
11th March 2007
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Mine has been happening mostly in my left ear.
I am not a highly stressed person. I've had it happen when tired and well rested. Infact the occurrence this evening happened after a good restful nap. I'm not a drinker or smoker. I do have hypertension. Possibly ADHD/predominantly inattentive - never been "officially" diagnosed, but don't know how that would have anything to do with this. I am not on any medications. I've had it occur when It has happened at different times of the day. When I am in company and alone. I don't have migraines, I'm not embarrassed easily.
It began occurring about 1 - 1.5 yrs ago. There is no set time for the occurrences. Sometimes I'll go days - weeks without an occurrence. Today I have had two. Mine is not so much painful as it is annoying. Also, it sometimes itches.
I get episodes of Food-dependent exercise-induced anaphylaxis. I break out in hives, swell, turn red like a big red radish, asthma, tongue and throat swells and ITCH ITCH ITCH!!!! My last episode was about 2 yrs ago and had not had a episode for 2-3 years prior to that one. I have never had this problem or asthma before then BOOM they started when I was around 27 yrs old. I've always had allergies. I'm 38 now. I have had approximately 5-6 episodes in the 11 years.
I also noticed just starting this winter that when my hands get cold they turn real red, swell and itch real bad, then subsides. When this happens it brings to mind when I have an episode of anaphylaxis.
I just thought these were somehow related. Possibly some sort of allergic reaction - but to what, I don't know?
I don't know - anybodies guess is as good as mine - I've always just accepted that they happen and just thought I was a "freak of nature" :). I was surprised to see it's so common.
Mine has been happening mostly in my left ear.
I am not a highly stressed person. I've had it happen when tired and well rested. Infact the occurrence this evening happened after a good restful nap. I'm not a drinker or smoker. I do have hypertension. Possibly ADHD/predominantly inattentive - never been "officially" diagnosed, but don't know how that would have anything to do with this. I am not on any medications. I've had it occur when It has happened at different times of the day. When I am in company and alone. I don't have migraines, I'm not embarrassed easily.
It began occurring about 1 - 1.5 yrs ago. There is no set time for the occurrences. Sometimes I'll go days - weeks without an occurrence. Today I have had two. Mine is not so much painful as it is annoying. Also, it sometimes itches.
I get episodes of Food-dependent exercise-induced anaphylaxis. I break out in hives, swell, turn red like a big red radish, asthma, tongue and throat swells and ITCH ITCH ITCH!!!! My last episode was about 2 yrs ago and had not had a episode for 2-3 years prior to that one. I have never had this problem or asthma before then BOOM they started when I was around 27 yrs old. I've always had allergies. I'm 38 now. I have had approximately 5-6 episodes in the 11 years.
I also noticed just starting this winter that when my hands get cold they turn real red, swell and itch real bad, then subsides. When this happens it brings to mind when I have an episode of anaphylaxis.
I just thought these were somehow related. Possibly some sort of allergic reaction - but to what, I don't know?
I don't know - anybodies guess is as good as mine - I've always just accepted that they happen and just thought I was a "freak of nature" :). I was surprised to see it's so common.
shaheen -
12th March 2007
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iam 23/male... iam suffering form hyper tetnsion...iam having high B.P for last one year and now aim taking medicine for that to control it...it was ok till last month..but from last week onwards i noticed that my either right or left getting red and hot!actually this is for the first time in my life happened...its more at night while i go to bed just after having my dinner...i want to just know that is it a danger sign or is it a symptom of stroke? pls do help me by giving a right reply if anybody outthere with the same problem....
iam 23/male... iam suffering form hyper tetnsion...iam having high B.P for last one year and now aim taking medicine for that to control it...it was ok till last month..but from last week onwards i noticed that my either right or left getting red and hot!actually this is for the first time in my life happened...its more at night while i go to bed just after having my dinner...i want to just know that is it a danger sign or is it a symptom of stroke? pls do help me by giving a right reply if anybody outthere with the same problem....
Justin -
13th March 2007
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I have been suffering from Red Ears and TERRIBLE hot flashes for years. I have mild hypertension, panic disorder, but am otherwise a healthy 29 yo male. It is usually my left ear that gets red and so hot I sometimes put ice on it. At times, my entire face becomes flush and hot. So much so that I think of sticking my face in the freezer. I can almost feel it throb and it my left ear will sometimes turn purple. Often headaches and extreme fatigue follow and episode. Anyone know what I should do? Also, I saw someone mention a correlation to Trigeminal Nueralgia. My dad suffered from TN for years until it went into remission.
I have been suffering from Red Ears and TERRIBLE hot flashes for years. I have mild hypertension, panic disorder, but am otherwise a healthy 29 yo male. It is usually my left ear that gets red and so hot I sometimes put ice on it. At times, my entire face becomes flush and hot. So much so that I think of sticking my face in the freezer. I can almost feel it throb and it my left ear will sometimes turn purple. Often headaches and extreme fatigue follow and episode. Anyone know what I should do? Also, I saw someone mention a correlation to Trigeminal Nueralgia. My dad suffered from TN for years until it went into remission.
Barb -
16th March 2007
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I am a 60+ woman who has had what I call hot ear syndrome for years. It's usually just my right ear that gets hot in the evening, although there have been times both ears were hot. Usually lasts from 1-2 hours. No other symptoms, although sometimes I feel my BP is up and when I check and it is. I do have hypertension and I am on a beta blocker and ace inhibitor. I believe the hot, red ear may be related to hormones, but no proof. I do have hypothyroidism and the hypertension and hypothyroidism began about at the same time. Maybe there's a link. My doctor doesn't know why my ear gets red and hot, but he's had other patients with the same thing. I'm glad I found this site. I've never been embarrassed about my ear problem and would encourage others not to worry about what others think. After all, some people sweat excessively, have bad breath and like problems. A red ear isn't so bad socially.
I am a 60+ woman who has had what I call hot ear syndrome for years. It's usually just my right ear that gets hot in the evening, although there have been times both ears were hot. Usually lasts from 1-2 hours. No other symptoms, although sometimes I feel my BP is up and when I check and it is. I do have hypertension and I am on a beta blocker and ace inhibitor. I believe the hot, red ear may be related to hormones, but no proof. I do have hypothyroidism and the hypertension and hypothyroidism began about at the same time. Maybe there's a link. My doctor doesn't know why my ear gets red and hot, but he's had other patients with the same thing. I'm glad I found this site. I've never been embarrassed about my ear problem and would encourage others not to worry about what others think. After all, some people sweat excessively, have bad breath and like problems. A red ear isn't so bad socially.
Anonymous -
19th March 2007
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I am concerned about my daughter, who is 8 years old, and suffers with red hot ears in both ears. Any suggestions on how to make her feel better?
I am concerned about my daughter, who is 8 years old, and suffers with red hot ears in both ears. Any suggestions on how to make her feel better?
Miche -
20th March 2007
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Hello there Ms .Anonymous,
Well,I just pack some crushed ice into a small piece of Linen and then allow (my daughter who also suffers from Hot ears too)to hold the pack against her ears until the hotness subsides.or about for 5 mins .For now she just complains about one hot ear at a time so not so much probs..but would love to know the real reason why..I do believe it is Hormonal imbalances which occur at times..maybe during a stressful period.But it is also neuralgic I do believe.
Also give her some Paracetamol for any pain.
Hope this helps
Hello there Ms .Anonymous,
Well,I just pack some crushed ice into a small piece of Linen and then allow (my daughter who also suffers from Hot ears too)to hold the pack against her ears until the hotness subsides.or about for 5 mins .For now she just complains about one hot ear at a time so not so much probs..but would love to know the real reason why..I do believe it is Hormonal imbalances which occur at times..maybe during a stressful period.But it is also neuralgic I do believe.
Also give her some Paracetamol for any pain.
Hope this helps
Miche -
20th March 2007
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Hi it's me again..do have a check on this website which I found.
Maybe it could be of some help for some of you out there.
Best of Luck
http://www.carcinoid.com/index.jsp
Hi it's me again..do have a check on this website which I found.
Maybe it could be of some help for some of you out there.
Best of Luck
http://www.carcinoid.com/index.jsp
Memo -
20th March 2007
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How funny that I come across this as my I was inquiring on the web to find out why my left ear was all of a sudden turning hot red.....
How funny that I come across this as my I was inquiring on the web to find out why my left ear was all of a sudden turning hot red.....
Anonymous -
22nd March 2007
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I have been having "red ear syndrome" for about 15 years (i'm a 25 year old male). I asked the doctor years ago and he said it was nothing, all in my head. It is in both ears and I get it everyday. I purposely make them red when I get off work so I can go out later and not worry about them turning red in public. (it has never happened more than once in one day). A few things that cause them the most are stress/nervousness in front of others, hot weather, and sometimes drinking alcohol. The only way I have found to control this if it starts to flare up is cold water or cold weather, so I am constantly having to go outside or go to the bathroom to splash cold water on them. I have even resorted to licking my fingers and basically licking my ears to keep them cool. I even grew long hair once just to cover them up. In a way it controls my life but I have dealt with it for so long I can control it, sometimes. I would still like to find some kind of medical explanation for this so I can live a normal life. It sometimes prevents me from doing things with my friends, like in hot weather when I know I can't control it. Any help would be fantastic. Thanks.
I have been having "red ear syndrome" for about 15 years (i'm a 25 year old male). I asked the doctor years ago and he said it was nothing, all in my head. It is in both ears and I get it everyday. I purposely make them red when I get off work so I can go out later and not worry about them turning red in public. (it has never happened more than once in one day). A few things that cause them the most are stress/nervousness in front of others, hot weather, and sometimes drinking alcohol. The only way I have found to control this if it starts to flare up is cold water or cold weather, so I am constantly having to go outside or go to the bathroom to splash cold water on them. I have even resorted to licking my fingers and basically licking my ears to keep them cool. I even grew long hair once just to cover them up. In a way it controls my life but I have dealt with it for so long I can control it, sometimes. I would still like to find some kind of medical explanation for this so I can live a normal life. It sometimes prevents me from doing things with my friends, like in hot weather when I know I can't control it. Any help would be fantastic. Thanks.
Meg -
11th April 2007
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Interesting posts, but what about hot ears that don't turn red? I've had this problem for 5 months now, several times daily. It feels like my ears are red, they are so hot, but they look perfectly normal! I can't connect anything to this -- food, stress, etc.
Interesting posts, but what about hot ears that don't turn red? I've had this problem for 5 months now, several times daily. It feels like my ears are red, they are so hot, but they look perfectly normal! I can't connect anything to this -- food, stress, etc.
mohammad saleem -
14th April 2007
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the red and hot ear syndrome started with me since 2 weeks. i am 65 yrs old and i have no hbp or any other disease except i am mildly diabetic.
i have tried keeping ice on my both ears and find it soothing for a while and i donot get much cold feeling on the part where it is hot and red, but when i touch the ice to other part of the ear then i feel much colder.
i expect some medical reply on this syndrome and how to treat this.
the red and hot ear syndrome started with me since 2 weeks. i am 65 yrs old and i have no hbp or any other disease except i am mildly diabetic.
i have tried keeping ice on my both ears and find it soothing for a while and i donot get much cold feeling on the part where it is hot and red, but when i touch the ice to other part of the ear then i feel much colder.
i expect some medical reply on this syndrome and how to treat this.
Ariana -
17th April 2007
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My ears randomly get red and hot, one at a time usually. Is there anyone else who suffers from this but doesn't have any other health problems? I'm having trouble targeting the problem because I don't have high BP or diabetes or ADHD or other diseases/syndromes. Could it possibly be due to poor/excessive blood circulation?
My ears randomly get red and hot, one at a time usually. Is there anyone else who suffers from this but doesn't have any other health problems? I'm having trouble targeting the problem because I don't have high BP or diabetes or ADHD or other diseases/syndromes. Could it possibly be due to poor/excessive blood circulation?
Anonymous -
18th April 2007
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I have just started getting red hot ears, and face and sometimes my neck. I haven't read all of these blogs but can't wait. I definitely see connections that I was already thinking of. 2 1/2 months ago I was diagnosed with hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and now with a mild low blood pressure which I appear to have had for a few years, but my symptoms are worse now. There is a link between low blood sugar and low blood pressure, and links to both of these are allergies. I always get allergies during spring (now in Southern Hemisphere) so I'm thinking there's a connection to this, and that it's worse now that I have these conditions. I also have been told that both conditions have probably been caused or onset by stress. I have had big stress in the last 2 years, I try not to but it doesn't always work! I also work at the computer and find I get a lot of tension. I'm just listing my symptoms in case you get this too. Maybe they're all connected. I'm now going to record types of food reactions as no doubt I have one that is the biggest underlying cause, I have been told. I'm guessing dairy. If I find out soon I will post the results.
I have just started getting red hot ears, and face and sometimes my neck. I haven't read all of these blogs but can't wait. I definitely see connections that I was already thinking of. 2 1/2 months ago I was diagnosed with hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and now with a mild low blood pressure which I appear to have had for a few years, but my symptoms are worse now. There is a link between low blood sugar and low blood pressure, and links to both of these are allergies. I always get allergies during spring (now in Southern Hemisphere) so I'm thinking there's a connection to this, and that it's worse now that I have these conditions. I also have been told that both conditions have probably been caused or onset by stress. I have had big stress in the last 2 years, I try not to but it doesn't always work! I also work at the computer and find I get a lot of tension. I'm just listing my symptoms in case you get this too. Maybe they're all connected. I'm now going to record types of food reactions as no doubt I have one that is the biggest underlying cause, I have been told. I'm guessing dairy. If I find out soon I will post the results.
Red ear guy -
28th April 2007
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Hello all, Wow there is sure alot of red earred people up in here :) Well I too suffer from this effect and it it usually one ear and sometimes both. I am 36 and have dealt with this problem most of my life. When I was a kid I would flush easy. Being a man it was rather embarrassing to have hot flashes the same time my mother was as she went through menapause lol.
It usually occurs after I get hot like after physical excercise or get in any kind of hot weather. I thought If I would tan indoors maybe it wouldn't be that noiceable. However, after hitting the tanning bed my ear would be ablaze for about 10 hours straight and is aggrivating. Sometimes for no apparent reason what so ever, I can be working in doors as I usually do in a medical office where its about 65 degrees with air conditioning and then all of a sudden my left ear just goes fire red. I can feel its on fire without even touching it. Could this be hormonal? I have not checked for cancer with special test, but my CBC and Basic metabolic panel is perfect. Once again I have been suffering from this for pretty much most of my life so I doubt its cancer. It has got to be a genetic thing is my thinking.
I also suffer from Vasomotor Rhinitis. If you do not know what this is, I would encourage you to look this up. I would like to make an educated guess here (been in the medical field for 13 years as a R.N. and Paramedic). I would probably guess that most of us have this condition (Vasomotor Rhinitis - hypersensitivity towards odors like perfume, cologne, candles, exhaust fumes, cold weather changes, cigarrete smoke etc.) You do not have to have all of these, as sometimes I can actually wear cologne and be around certain scents, but sometimes my body goes crazy. There is medication called Astelin that really helps with Vasomotor Rhinitis, but unfortunately I can't see how it could really help the entire body of a hypersensitive individual. Wish someone can help with this. Heck I would be willing to take an injection 5 times a day if it would help!
Hello all, Wow there is sure alot of red earred people up in here :) Well I too suffer from this effect and it it usually one ear and sometimes both. I am 36 and have dealt with this problem most of my life. When I was a kid I would flush easy. Being a man it was rather embarrassing to have hot flashes the same time my mother was as she went through menapause lol.
It usually occurs after I get hot like after physical excercise or get in any kind of hot weather. I thought If I would tan indoors maybe it wouldn't be that noiceable. However, after hitting the tanning bed my ear would be ablaze for about 10 hours straight and is aggrivating. Sometimes for no apparent reason what so ever, I can be working in doors as I usually do in a medical office where its about 65 degrees with air conditioning and then all of a sudden my left ear just goes fire red. I can feel its on fire without even touching it. Could this be hormonal? I have not checked for cancer with special test, but my CBC and Basic metabolic panel is perfect. Once again I have been suffering from this for pretty much most of my life so I doubt its cancer. It has got to be a genetic thing is my thinking.
I also suffer from Vasomotor Rhinitis. If you do not know what this is, I would encourage you to look this up. I would like to make an educated guess here (been in the medical field for 13 years as a R.N. and Paramedic). I would probably guess that most of us have this condition (Vasomotor Rhinitis - hypersensitivity towards odors like perfume, cologne, candles, exhaust fumes, cold weather changes, cigarrete smoke etc.) You do not have to have all of these, as sometimes I can actually wear cologne and be around certain scents, but sometimes my body goes crazy. There is medication called Astelin that really helps with Vasomotor Rhinitis, but unfortunately I can't see how it could really help the entire body of a hypersensitive individual. Wish someone can help with this. Heck I would be willing to take an injection 5 times a day if it would help!
Bill Milosz -
29th April 2007
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Ever since I was a child, when I reach a certain level of physical fatigue or sleep-need tiredness, one or the other, or both, my ears will seem to me to be HOT. Sometimes they actually are redened and warm to the touch; other times I experience a sensation of heat but they are cool / normal to the touch. This will happen if I stay awake too long, or if I just haven't had as much sleep as I need; always happens in the evening. I have no medical conditions that are known- I see a doctor for regular checkups. This has been going on for over 50 years. Sometimes I may splash a little cool water on them; this helps. Another thing that used to happen when I was a kid, but doesn't any more, is that my knee joints would feel sore at the same time my ears felt hot. Possibly some kind of inflammatory thing triggered by "sleep toxins?" - those substances that build up in the blood when someone is sleep deprived to one degree or another? Who knows. I'm not worried that this is an indication of some dreadful ailment, I'll just keep my glass of icewater handy..... ;-)
Ever since I was a child, when I reach a certain level of physical fatigue or sleep-need tiredness, one or the other, or both, my ears will seem to me to be HOT. Sometimes they actually are redened and warm to the touch; other times I experience a sensation of heat but they are cool / normal to the touch. This will happen if I stay awake too long, or if I just haven't had as much sleep as I need; always happens in the evening. I have no medical conditions that are known- I see a doctor for regular checkups. This has been going on for over 50 years. Sometimes I may splash a little cool water on them; this helps. Another thing that used to happen when I was a kid, but doesn't any more, is that my knee joints would feel sore at the same time my ears felt hot. Possibly some kind of inflammatory thing triggered by "sleep toxins?" - those substances that build up in the blood when someone is sleep deprived to one degree or another? Who knows. I'm not worried that this is an indication of some dreadful ailment, I'll just keep my glass of icewater handy..... ;-)
Anonymous -
6th November 2007
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It's totally sleep toxins. It makes sense. People who have ADHD get it because we run around so manically. And it seems that most people have the ear flush in the PM...when they are tired! Or if they are stressed (which causes exhaustion/yawning)...
It's totally sleep toxins. It makes sense. People who have ADHD get it because we run around so manically. And it seems that most people have the ear flush in the PM...when they are tired! Or if they are stressed (which causes exhaustion/yawning)...
Bill Milosz -
29th April 2007
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I just thought of something- I seem to recall I had some frostbite on my ears when I was around 4. (Living in Wisconsin, you're bound to get a little frostbite here and there, especially kids playing in snow.) It wasn't severe frostbite at all, but maybe that's when this started. I can't say for sure. So maybe there's some vascular injury and it flares up when I'm tired, for some reason.
I just thought of something- I seem to recall I had some frostbite on my ears when I was around 4. (Living in Wisconsin, you're bound to get a little frostbite here and there, especially kids playing in snow.) It wasn't severe frostbite at all, but maybe that's when this started. I can't say for sure. So maybe there's some vascular injury and it flares up when I'm tired, for some reason.
joyhanny -
28th March 2008
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Hi. I am a 32 year old man. I do believe it has to do with sleep. I also had a frostbite when I was 3 or 4. My mother told me that my ears got hot since they were frostbite. The biggest problem to me is that I can't have quality sleep at all with my ears this hot. I have to sprinkle water on them to cool them down then I can start feeling much better until my ears boil up the moist.
Hi. I am a 32 year old man. I do believe it has to do with sleep. I also had a frostbite when I was 3 or 4. My mother told me that my ears got hot since they were frostbite. The biggest problem to me is that I can't have quality sleep at all with my ears this hot. I have to sprinkle water on them to cool them down then I can start feeling much better until my ears boil up the moist.
Rhonda -
30th April 2007
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I started noticing the red hot ear a couple of years ago (I'm 40 now). Now the redness has extended to my face. The doctor thinks it's rosacea, but I question that diagnosis since I have no acne, just redness. The doctor ran blood work for carcinoid because I suffer with IBS along with the flushing. The tests came back negative, but I'm struggling to accept the results. Most blood work for carcinoid is at best 75% accurate. Every time my ears and face get red it reminds me that something more serious may be occuring. I also have TMJ and O blood type. I notice that my autistic son also suffers with the red ear and sometimes cheeks. I wish I could just accept this as a non-serious condition and stop worrying. The possibilty of this being a carcinoid syndrome haunts me. As you can tell, I stuggle with anxiety. The flushing occurs primarily in the afternoon to evening and I've tried various food eliminations with no success. For awhile I was even eating just applesauce and rice and still flushing. I question the correlation with yeast. I have chronic yeast problems and have been on nystatin and difflucan for a long time. My doctor also checked my thyroid and hormone levels to make sure I wasn't in perimenapause. I sure wish there was a definitive answer as to why this occurs.
I started noticing the red hot ear a couple of years ago (I'm 40 now). Now the redness has extended to my face. The doctor thinks it's rosacea, but I question that diagnosis since I have no acne, just redness. The doctor ran blood work for carcinoid because I suffer with IBS along with the flushing. The tests came back negative, but I'm struggling to accept the results. Most blood work for carcinoid is at best 75% accurate. Every time my ears and face get red it reminds me that something more serious may be occuring. I also have TMJ and O blood type. I notice that my autistic son also suffers with the red ear and sometimes cheeks. I wish I could just accept this as a non-serious condition and stop worrying. The possibilty of this being a carcinoid syndrome haunts me. As you can tell, I stuggle with anxiety. The flushing occurs primarily in the afternoon to evening and I've tried various food eliminations with no success. For awhile I was even eating just applesauce and rice and still flushing. I question the correlation with yeast. I have chronic yeast problems and have been on nystatin and difflucan for a long time. My doctor also checked my thyroid and hormone levels to make sure I wasn't in perimenapause. I sure wish there was a definitive answer as to why this occurs.
Mia -
20th July 2007
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I don't think you have to worry, it is probably rosacea. You don't have to have acne to have rosacea, some cases are more mild and involve just flushing of the face (like I have).
I don't think you have to worry, it is probably rosacea. You don't have to have acne to have rosacea, some cases are more mild and involve just flushing of the face (like I have).
debrann -
18th May 2007
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OMG I thought I was a freak or something! The right red ear thing has been happening to me for a long time now. I associate it with stress. I dont drink alcohol but I do smoke cannibus, which helps with some stress, however the red ear thing doesnt even go away when I apply ice!!! love to all
OMG I thought I was a freak or something! The right red ear thing has been happening to me for a long time now. I associate it with stress. I dont drink alcohol but I do smoke cannibus, which helps with some stress, however the red ear thing doesnt even go away when I apply ice!!! love to all
Carlos -
24th May 2007
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Well I have the same problem, and it is good to know that I am not the only one. My doctor does not know what is causing me this but he always tell me that it is stress. I also have other symptoms like blinking eyes, in my hands sometimes I feel also like a blinking, dizzieness some times, headaches and palpitations. Does anyone has other symptoms other than red or hot ears? Maybe this is a start to knos if everyone that participate in this forum suffers the same and what is causing it.
Well I have the same problem, and it is good to know that I am not the only one. My doctor does not know what is causing me this but he always tell me that it is stress. I also have other symptoms like blinking eyes, in my hands sometimes I feel also like a blinking, dizzieness some times, headaches and palpitations. Does anyone has other symptoms other than red or hot ears? Maybe this is a start to knos if everyone that participate in this forum suffers the same and what is causing it.
Vikki Hollis -
30th May 2007
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It’s a relief to know It’s NOT “just me”! I’m 55 and this has been happening for at least 2 years. I drink a glass of wine a few times a year, so it’s not the alcohol. I have never smoked or done any drugs, so that’s out. I don’t drink Caffeine. I’m not ADD or ADHD. Blood pressure is low to normal. I had a radical hysterectomy at 39, and have been on HRT since then. I’ve considered requesting a change in type, or dosage, of HRT medication, but now I’m not so sure that’s what it is.
I do have Rosacea, and the heat from my ear triggers the Rosacea, so it’s annoying in that respect also. It had ALWAYS been my right ear, but the last month or so it has been only the left, and it itches on the outer top part of my ear, when it heats up. The right ear never itched.. I don’t really mind the “red”, just the HEAT and itching! I have it in the afternoon, and when I first get up in the morning almost daily. I sleep fine and I get plenty of sleep.
I don’t know if I get hot because of the weather or the fire on my ear! I can’t stand the pillow on my ears, so I’ve been using a ‘Buckwheat” pillow. The down pillows make my ears too hot. I sleep with a fan on my face to keep my ears cool, and turn the thermostat to 66 at night. In a hot car I have the air conditioning trained on my ears or “ear ignition” is guaranteed! Last night I bought a “rechargeable” fan to carry with me (This is getting annoying!)
I will start keeping a journal of foods to see if there is any correlation. It’s become a daily affair and you would think there is SOMETHING that could be done! The last couple of days I’ve taken Benadryl…I thought that might help the itching. AND, I think it’s helped.
Thanks for all the posts and to Peterbe.com for providing the forum!
Good luck to all!
Holly
It’s a relief to know It’s NOT “just me”! I’m 55 and this has been happening for at least 2 years. I drink a glass of wine a few times a year, so it’s not the alcohol. I have never smoked or done any drugs, so that’s out. I don’t drink Caffeine. I’m not ADD or ADHD. Blood pressure is low to normal. I had a radical hysterectomy at 39, and have been on HRT since then. I’ve considered requesting a change in type, or dosage, of HRT medication, but now I’m not so sure that’s what it is.
I do have Rosacea, and the heat from my ear triggers the Rosacea, so it’s annoying in that respect also. It had ALWAYS been my right ear, but the last month or so it has been only the left, and it itches on the outer top part of my ear, when it heats up. The right ear never itched.. I don’t really mind the “red”, just the HEAT and itching! I have it in the afternoon, and when I first get up in the morning almost daily. I sleep fine and I get plenty of sleep.
I don’t know if I get hot because of the weather or the fire on my ear! I can’t stand the pillow on my ears, so I’ve been using a ‘Buckwheat” pillow. The down pillows make my ears too hot. I sleep with a fan on my face to keep my ears cool, and turn the thermostat to 66 at night. In a hot car I have the air conditioning trained on my ears or “ear ignition” is guaranteed! Last night I bought a “rechargeable” fan to carry with me (This is getting annoying!)
I will start keeping a journal of foods to see if there is any correlation. It’s become a daily affair and you would think there is SOMETHING that could be done! The last couple of days I’ve taken Benadryl…I thought that might help the itching. AND, I think it’s helped.
Thanks for all the posts and to Peterbe.com for providing the forum!
Good luck to all!
Holly
Ray Penko -
11th June 2007
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Hey folks, sounds like we have a large crew of red ear sufferers out there. IF only doctors would listen to us. As many have mentioned, I too was tested for systemic mastocytosis. In fact, I have a family history of allergy and asthma and have them myself. I figured out the red years and face come on when i am having a reaction to something. i went to johns hopkins medical center in washington, dc and was diagnosed as having migraines, with a particular type of neuralgia that sensitizes the trigeminal nerve or some other nerve in the head, causing autonomic symptoms like facial flushing. but, i have found no relief, except for using a migraine free diet prescribed to me by dr. david buccholz at johns hopkins. he has a book out. if you have unilateral headches with the ear reddness, you might want to try this diet. it really works. i know i also get red when exposed to dust mite containing items-which i am allergic to and when i am exposed to alternaria mold spores. they , like dust mites, are everywhere. i also get twitching of the eye on the same side of the head that i get the headache on. such symptoms suggest autonomic nervous system componenets. i get the chills, and i thought i was the only 44 year old man to know exactly what woman go through when they have hot flashes. i get profuse sweating of the forhead,too. recently, doctors at stanford university medical center in california gave me cyclosporine, an immune system suppressant thinking it may reduce my allergic sensitivities and therefore reduce the redness. didn't work. i have been on all kinds of antihistamines for the condition. some may benefit for periactin-one antihistamine that is effective with headaches. i thought the reddness was all i got since childhood, but what has happened is i have lost part of my hearing because when my ears get red i also get a mucos drainage from my ears. i used to have dizziness and balance problems with the reddness, but that was alleviated when i asked the doctor to put holes in my eardrums. this allowed me to drain the fluid from my ears. amazing, the kid that was terrible at sports as a kid because of drainage that was in the eustachian tube but unknown now has excellent balance because the eustachian tubes drain every day. Problem is I have 38% hearing loss in one ear and 28% in the other. to date i am in contact with two neurologists who have discussed the use of the the drug indocin to treat red ears and facial flushing when it is accompanied by headache on one side of the head-unilateral headache. mine leads to migraines. the drug topiramate -check spelling-is also used. I moved from new york city to california to decrease the reddness and flushing, etc , and it has helped because i am outdoors more and less exposed to dust mites and mold spores-alternaria to be exact. i reduced the ear redness about 35%. I've tried botox injections to the head and that didn't help. i had nasal surgery to relieve what a doctor behin, md, christ hospital, new jersey, called contact point migraines, and i had a vagus nerve stimu;ator implanted in my chest to alter my brain waves to eliminate the migraines. no help there. however, some have found the vagus nerve stimulator works for migraines. i developed an infection so it had to come out. if you get red ears with other neurological symptoms, visual distortions, head pain, tingling in head, hands or feet, you should see a neurologist. . suing a down pillow will lead to the production fo dust mites , so that may be a cause of some people's red ears-if you get them through the night and the morning, along with rhinitis-it could be a sure bet. see an allergist. at least, go hyperallergenic-cover your pillows in vinyl or get allergy control product covers. i'll le tyou know what feedback i get from the docs at the mayo clinic, who i have just re-established contact with. incidentally, imagine, my partner is an emergency room physician-no help for this at all.
Hey folks, sounds like we have a large crew of red ear sufferers out there. IF only doctors would listen to us. As many have mentioned, I too was tested for systemic mastocytosis. In fact, I have a family history of allergy and asthma and have them myself. I figured out the red years and face come on when i am having a reaction to something. i went to johns hopkins medical center in washington, dc and was diagnosed as having migraines, with a particular type of neuralgia that sensitizes the trigeminal nerve or some other nerve in the head, causing autonomic symptoms like facial flushing. but, i have found no relief, except for using a migraine free diet prescribed to me by dr. david buccholz at johns hopkins. he has a book out. if you have unilateral headches with the ear reddness, you might want to try this diet. it really works. i know i also get red when exposed to dust mite containing items-which i am allergic to and when i am exposed to alternaria mold spores. they , like dust mites, are everywhere. i also get twitching of the eye on the same side of the head that i get the headache on. such symptoms suggest autonomic nervous system componenets. i get the chills, and i thought i was the only 44 year old man to know exactly what woman go through when they have hot flashes. i get profuse sweating of the forhead,too. recently, doctors at stanford university medical center in california gave me cyclosporine, an immune system suppressant thinking it may reduce my allergic sensitivities and therefore reduce the redness. didn't work. i have been on all kinds of antihistamines for the condition. some may benefit for periactin-one antihistamine that is effective with headaches. i thought the reddness was all i got since childhood, but what has happened is i have lost part of my hearing because when my ears get red i also get a mucos drainage from my ears. i used to have dizziness and balance problems with the reddness, but that was alleviated when i asked the doctor to put holes in my eardrums. this allowed me to drain the fluid from my ears. amazing, the kid that was terrible at sports as a kid because of drainage that was in the eustachian tube but unknown now has excellent balance because the eustachian tubes drain every day. Problem is I have 38% hearing loss in one ear and 28% in the other. to date i am in contact with two neurologists who have discussed the use of the the drug indocin to treat red ears and facial flushing when it is accompanied by headache on one side of the head-unilateral headache. mine leads to migraines. the drug topiramate -check spelling-is also used. I moved from new york city to california to decrease the reddness and flushing, etc , and it has helped because i am outdoors more and less exposed to dust mites and mold spores-alternaria to be exact. i reduced the ear redness about 35%. I've tried botox injections to the head and that didn't help. i had nasal surgery to relieve what a doctor behin, md, christ hospital, new jersey, called contact point migraines, and i had a vagus nerve stimu;ator implanted in my chest to alter my brain waves to eliminate the migraines. no help there. however, some have found the vagus nerve stimulator works for migraines. i developed an infection so it had to come out. if you get red ears with other neurological symptoms, visual distortions, head pain, tingling in head, hands or feet, you should see a neurologist. . suing a down pillow will lead to the production fo dust mites , so that may be a cause of some people's red ears-if you get them through the night and the morning, along with rhinitis-it could be a sure bet. see an allergist. at least, go hyperallergenic-cover your pillows in vinyl or get allergy control product covers. i'll le tyou know what feedback i get from the docs at the mayo clinic, who i have just re-established contact with. incidentally, imagine, my partner is an emergency room physician-no help for this at all.
bentherebefore -
15th June 2007
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Hi all,
I have been struggling with red, flushing ears for a year now. I have rosacea.. it has been diagnosed for several years now, so I'm 99% sure my red ears are just an off-swing of my rosacea. But no dermatologist has a solid idea of what to do for it. I have started a standard rosacea treatment... Noritate (Metrogel counterpart) and doxycycline antibiotic in hopes it will help my ears as well. I'll letcha know!
Hi all,
I have been struggling with red, flushing ears for a year now. I have rosacea.. it has been diagnosed for several years now, so I'm 99% sure my red ears are just an off-swing of my rosacea. But no dermatologist has a solid idea of what to do for it. I have started a standard rosacea treatment... Noritate (Metrogel counterpart) and doxycycline antibiotic in hopes it will help my ears as well. I'll letcha know!
Holly -
9th July 2007
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Try Benadryl! It WORKS for me! My ears are not just flushed (color wise), they really get HOT! It drives me nuts. I take a Benadryl when it starts getting HOT and it stops. I can't say it's not still red, I never really cared about the "Red"! Just the heat.
If it works for anyone else, please let me know.
Try Benadryl! It WORKS for me! My ears are not just flushed (color wise), they really get HOT! It drives me nuts. I take a Benadryl when it starts getting HOT and it stops. I can't say it's not still red, I never really cared about the "Red"! Just the heat.
If it works for anyone else, please let me know.
N.Ross -
22nd June 2007
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Might as well add me to the list... For me it lasts anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour!
Ear gets really RED, gets hot, slightly annoying... mostly my right ear, rarely the left but has on the rare occasion been both.
Alcohol plays a factor here as well, but I don't need a beer for it to happen either... It just happens when it wants to happen!
Will consult DR. on this sometime this month about it!
Nice to know I'm not alone though... shame they have no real clue though as to what this is from the looks of it!
Might as well add me to the list... For me it lasts anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour!
Ear gets really RED, gets hot, slightly annoying... mostly my right ear, rarely the left but has on the rare occasion been both.
Alcohol plays a factor here as well, but I don't need a beer for it to happen either... It just happens when it wants to happen!
Will consult DR. on this sometime this month about it!
Nice to know I'm not alone though... shame they have no real clue though as to what this is from the looks of it!
Jill -
24th June 2007
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My 5 year-old-son just got done having an "Ear fit" a few minutes ago, so I got on the computer and Googled "ear burning" and here I am! He screams that his ears are burning and this happens periodically before bedtime. He is O+, and could very well be ADHD (hyperactivity). When this happens, I get him warm wet wash cloths to hold on his ear(s). He'll cry for a little while, but it usually subsides within a half an hour. I am going to print out this site and take it to his pediatrician. It's such a shame that doctors don't LISTEN to their patients! If they don't know what it is, then it's just "In our heads", and I am SICK of it. I don't personally suffer from the red ear stuff, but I have had my share of doctors letting things go on too long and having to suffer my whole life for things that actually DID pan out to be true, and not just in my head. I am GOING to find SOME doctor out there to LISTEN about MY son so he doesn't have to suffer his whole young life in pain like I did. So, let's ALL print this site out and take it to our doctors and MAKE THEM LISTEN AND HELP US!!! Good luck to all of you!!! And let's all keep each other in our prayers that God will show some doctor out there the answer and cure all these red ears! Thanks! Jill
My 5 year-old-son just got done having an "Ear fit" a few minutes ago, so I got on the computer and Googled "ear burning" and here I am! He screams that his ears are burning and this happens periodically before bedtime. He is O+, and could very well be ADHD (hyperactivity). When this happens, I get him warm wet wash cloths to hold on his ear(s). He'll cry for a little while, but it usually subsides within a half an hour. I am going to print out this site and take it to his pediatrician. It's such a shame that doctors don't LISTEN to their patients! If they don't know what it is, then it's just "In our heads", and I am SICK of it. I don't personally suffer from the red ear stuff, but I have had my share of doctors letting things go on too long and having to suffer my whole life for things that actually DID pan out to be true, and not just in my head. I am GOING to find SOME doctor out there to LISTEN about MY son so he doesn't have to suffer his whole young life in pain like I did. So, let's ALL print this site out and take it to our doctors and MAKE THEM LISTEN AND HELP US!!! Good luck to all of you!!! And let's all keep each other in our prayers that God will show some doctor out there the answer and cure all these red ears! Thanks! Jill
Brent -
27th June 2007
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I have had hot ears for at least 15 years. The left is related to blood sugar; when it is low the ear is hot, when it is normal the ear temp is normal. Others with hypoglycemia have said they had the same experience. However my hot right ear is another matter. It seems to be related to anxiety. If the ear is hot, most always in t
I have had hot ears for at least 15 years. The left is related to blood sugar; when it is low the ear is hot, when it is normal the ear temp is normal. Others with hypoglycemia have said they had the same experience. However my hot right ear is another matter. It seems to be related to anxiety. If the ear is hot, most always in t
I've had that happen while doing qi gong and during meditation. No explanation yet!
hey,
wow who would have thought there would be a small army of hot ear people. Here u are, and i'm one of them, my left ear, has been hot for over an hour now, and i started doing some research and found u guys, i have had hot ears in the past, but never just one, it is strange and has happened a few times, anyone finds out more info, please post it, it has been affecting my sleep slightly, thanks and hope your ears are cooling off soon, mine better be,
later
both of my ears do this, actually right now for no apparent reason; I don't get it!
this happens to me all the time after I drink the night before. It's weird, sometimes the right ear gets hot for about an hour or so and sometimes it moves over to the other ear. Both are never hot at the same time
Same here! I keep getting my ears red for no reason. People notice at school and make fun of me because of it. I would like to know why and stop it. When I bluch, my ears go red... Its weird... my face doesnt! I want to stop this redness! :(
I find that when my ears go red I am usually tired or stressed. But if I hit the treadmill for about 20 minutes afterwards I notice that the red ears are all gone.
Hello ! My ear(sometimes both) get really hot and red for about 1-2 hours almost every evening. When I described this in a mail to doctor he said that it could be a part of the carcinoid syndrome. So now they are investigating my levels of hormones(in the blood and urine)to check if I have carcinoid (slow growing malignant cancer) or not. The results should be ready the next week.
My mother is suffering from this hot ear problem for the last 2 months. And now it has become absolutely unbearable. She had advanced breast cancer 8+ years ago and responded to treatment. We are very worried if this is a case of remission. Can you update us on your check-up results. Regards.
jasmeet (new delhi, india)
Hi !
My results were good and I was feeling good all summer without any "flushes". Now they have tested me for systemic mastocytosis and the results were good. Now my ears and sometimes my face still gets burning red. It´s almost always my right ear and it triggers by temperature change and alcohol.
I also have red rashes beside my nose (rosacea like).
Try looking up erythromelalgia on the internet the symptoms you are displaying seem to fit with this. most people get in their hands feet or anywhere really but it is not uncommon to get facial flares. It is a very rare condition and most dr's dont know anything about it so you will not be diagnosed with it very easily. If you check out this on yahoo groups, "TEA" The erythromelalgia association, YOU WILL GET MORE USEFUL INFORMATION TO GO BACK TO YOUR DR WITH. It may not be this but it sounds like it could be, the burning is painful and can be cooled by cold water soaking if it is EM.
what is the web site for this? My son, 2 years old has this problem.
I am just seeking info about this red ear situation for my grandson...age 6. When he is tired (we think) in the evenings one or (rarely) both ears will turn bright red and get warm. Did you find out any more info?
My 6-yr-old son has the same problem. I started to notice it when he was a toddler, during bath time, in the evening. Usually it doesn't seem to bother him, but the other day for the first time it was very painful for him.
Wow - this is more common than I thought! I was just searching for the red, hot ear problem because my 7 year old has it. He's had this problem for almost a year. It happens at all times of the day...sometimes one ear, sometimes both.
Crazy, I just got online to check out why my son's ear (just one at a time) flares up every now and then. This has been bothering my 7 year old for about a year now. He has had the problem w/out pain for several years. I wonder why there are so many young boys with this problem?? I am definitely going to check out the TEA site.
I am stunned to see so many posts! I just got done holding a wet, cool cloth on my 7 year old son's ear. He has had red, hot ears for several years but it has just started to be painful. It comes on in the evening hours during all four seasons. Very strange that there are so many young boys with this problem!
I am strangely relieved that so many people have this. Tonight I have one hot, red ear (left), so I googled it and found this site. I do wish someone had a definite answer though...
i just came on here because my son has been having this problem for a year and he is only 3 now... I thought he might be getting ear infections.. but nothing on the internet says thats a sign,his ear doesnt hurt just bothers him because its hot... and now he makes me blow and it and we have to stick col
My 6 year old has one ear flaming hot, he has been having ear infections, and a cold. I actually wonder if it is chapped, it is below zero out for us lately and his face gets really chapped. I see a trend with 6-7 year old boys tho....weird
fantastic...who would have thought you were all out there..... its actually my husband that has one hot red ear and one cold ear in the evening...please tell me he should drink less alcohol and then it might help with the snoring later on !!
My son just asked me to go on-line and find out why his ears turn so red and hot at night....this is very strange to see so many kids with this same affliction. Has anyone talked to a doctorabout this? The one connection with cancer scares me to say the least! My son is 6 years old and just this past month the red ears have become painful
Hi Sue, March 2nd, 09
My mother has had the hot ear her whole life. (Left ear) I am 41 and have had it my whole life same ear. Now my 12 yr old son had his first hot ear also left ear. I have never found any Dr that knows why. I am in good health no problems. My mom the same way. This is my second hot ear today. My ear burns red and is so hot to the touch. I put ice on it and it doesn't even help. The only thing that we can figure is we seem tired when this happens.
hello i have had this problem since i can remember and my 6 year old has the same problem so much so that he has to put ice on it too one burning hot red ear i usually get the burning ear and cheek when i get out of a hot shower or have alcohol sometimes i get it for no reason my mom has this saying that when your ear is burning it means someone is talking about you lol. i wish it was that simple i have looked all over the internet for the reason and haven't found one i guess this is it at least its good to know that there are other people out there who have the same thing and im not alone
It is SOOO good to learn that so many other people (of all ages) have the RHE (red hot ear) syndrome. Mine is always the right ear. I am 59 years old. The first tiime was last year when I was getting my hair done. The beautician thought it was the blow dryer. It doesn't happen frequently, but when it does - it is uncomfortable and embarassing! My doctor is watching my blood pressure. When I told him about my RHE - he said he had never heard of that!
My 6 year old has had this problem for the last 4 years. I was told it was allergies and that it happens when he eats anything with soy, tomatoes and chocolate. He is now getting the red burning ears when he runs around and plays hard. Now I am not so sure it is food related???????
Hi Lisa, My 7 year old also his this problem, usually just in one ear. Sometimes it turns red for no apparent reason, other times it's while he's doing his homework or reading to me. It makes me wonder if it's a physical symptom of stress or anxiety. Has anyone else noticed this connection?
Wow I too am in shock over how many people are trying to get info on the red hot ears. My seven year old has just started having this problem. He does not have any pain on the inside of the ear, but the outsides get red and hot.... What is causing this??? any ideas???
i have not been able to find anything else out,though recently my sons ear is getting worse and i noticed that his cheek is doing it as well only stay for about a 1/2 usually its been happening since he was 2 and starting happening more recently sinced we moved into our house,but his does seem to do it more when he runs around the house or jumps on the bed,so I dont know... I didnt know there were so many kids with this problem,I havent talked to his dr. yet
Well you guys don't have to feel to bad, I'm going on 32 and I've had it from time to time for years. In the last week or so almost every day I have had my cheeks feel warm, my wife says they are a little red but not much. (I'm white but the like 1/64 indian I am keeps me pretty tan if I'm in the sun at all) So I wouldn't call me fair skined. Anyone have an awnser?
I am 32 also and seem to have one red hot ear (left). It usually occurs during mid-late afternoon and/or evening. It typically happens either when I'm stressed, tired, or both it seems. Some weeks are better than others but the red ear happens least once a week. I've probably had it for a couple of years now. Not really painful but just uncomfortable. I don't suffer from ADHD and consider myself in good health. I don't seem ot be allergic to any foods.
I noticed that you mentioned that you do not have ADHD. Is the red ear a symptom of ADHD? My 7 year old son has just been diagnosed with ADHD and also has one red ear on a regular basis.
My four year old son also suffers from red ear syndrome, usually just one, his left and it seems to occur in the evening or when he is tired. We just assumed he got this from my husband as he also gets red ears, especially when he gets angry or has a few drinks. I am surprised how many people suffer from this and will keep reading this website on a regular basis.
This just started happening to my son (usually left ear, sometimes both), he is two. I am very concerned about it. He is allergic to dairy. His cousin who is almost 4 also has this, he is autistic and allergic to practically everything.
This happens to me a lot too ... the good thing is that normally it doesn t happen at school =D
My 5 year old son is experiencing this same hot ears. He is very smart and understands things around him that will be cool to his ears. He started a few weeks agao and it was after he ate White Tortilla chips. You can see them get flaming hot and they are hot to the touch. The only ingredients are white corn, soybean oil, sunflower oil and salt. He will now not eat white chips since it is so painful. But he is still experiencing the symptoms especially around bedtime.
Intresting to hear that he was eatting white tortilla chips, what kind were they? That's a type of chip I eat all the time. You mentioned his was painful though, Personally I feel no pain assosated with it, I just have warmth, does he has one ear hot the other cold?
My 13yo daughter has been getting the red, hot, painful ear for about 8months. She claims she started getting it when she started swimming lessons, but she has a weird memory.
Anyway, check out phenol allergy and the feingold diet. I am getting ready to try this with my daughter. Also, as for the phenol allergy, it is associated with a lot of our fav foods, such as tomatoes, bell peppers, oranges, etc...there seems to be an enzyme you can put on the food that will stop the phenol effect.
I am in the very early stages of investigating this, so sorry I don't have any definitive info on this.
Good luck!
I was just at my friend's house when I noticed that one of my ears was bright red. I had not been touching it or anything. She said that, for years, she had noticed that when she, her husband, or one of her 3 kids had a fever, the one in question always had one red ear. So I asked her to take my temp. and, sure enough, it was elevated. I had never heard of this and don't know if it will help anyone, but I thought I'd share. I could not find anything to support this theory on the net.
I will have to check my temp next time I have an "episode" have not had one for a little bit, very strange that I had it so much for a little bit and it went away. Crazy stuff. Have fun guys and keep me posted. Will let you know about tempp next time it happens.
So funny! I have been experiencing red, hot ears for as long as I can remember. All of my siblings and my mother have the same problem. Sometimes it happens when we have had alcohol, are stressed, hot, and sometimes when we are completely relaxed. It's not painful at all. I can't figure it out. My mother and sister are European. My brother and I are European decendant. I've mentioned it to my Doc and he has no idea. I've never done a temp check. Will do next time.
Do any of you have joint pain?
I actually do. Most recently in my hips. But I have experienced joint pain off and on in other areas. Why do you ask? RA maybe? I had a lot of foot pain and had x-rays that came back completely normal...
Yes I have joint pain but not related to the ear thing, just old age. (32 years old :-) ) Ok so not old age just feel old. :-) Had quite a spell there for a little while of Flush face and one ear thing (not always at same time) but not so much lately (sorry, spelling). Nothing intresting to report. Have not check temp due to not having one.
My son had the flu a few months ago and then a problem where the virus moved into his hip causing intense pain. He also has eczema. Yesterday morning he woke up with a red hot itchy ear. I thought it was where he had slept on it, but it was still there at bed time tonight.
I have joint pain,muscle pain, i hurt all over cant slee most of time,doc. has no clue. my ear burns like it is on fire it hurt extremly bad. HELP
My daughter has joint pain all over & the one hot ear. She also has eczema (sp?). She has not been in to see the Rheumatologist yet, but I wonder if it's simply a form of eczema. I hope it is not arthritis of any kind for you.
Interesting, my son(5) has had eczema for a number of years and for the last few weeks he is now complaining of a hot ear???
I first noticed my “red ear” issue when I was in my mid 20's (now 44). It seemed to happen when I was extremely stressed or angry (which was often, at least when I worked for Walgreen's as a Pharmacist in Milwaukee). The ear (rarely both) turned bright red, began to throb, and was hot to the touch. No sweating occurred. Friends and co-workers found it highly amusing, but the severe unilateral headache that followed was nothing to laugh about.
I have had classic migraines since the age of 7, and Chronic Paroxysmal Hemicrania (CPH) since 27 years of age. I have severe cervical disc disease and believe that nerve impingement has a lot to do with my difficulties.
What a mess! It's a rare day that I DON'T have a headache of some sort. I feel sorry for the loved ones who feel sorry for me!
I was diagnosed by a nurologist with red ear syndrome about 5 or 6 years ago. At that time about 37 reported cases..people with history of migraines, TMJ and cervical disc problems. Triggers include cool breeze (bad with air conditioner) Causes severe trigeminal pain...left side of my face. Treatment with gabapenten helped but side effects...treatment with ibuprophen worked but developed an ulcer. I find blocking the stimulus to be the best treatment. I use a single ear muff. My doctor co wrote a paper with physician at Mayo Clinic.. was loking for it tonight ..his name Dr Purdy.
Betty
N.S, Canada
My co-worker just today mentioned that both my outer ears/lobes/rims were bright red. I thought he was joking til I looked in the mirror. The are quite warm/hot to the touch. This is a first for me at 45 yrs. of age. You know, a few days ago I started bleeding from my uterous(mis-carraige? change of life?)but not sure yet what the exact cause is. More tests to be done. Anyway, they put me on ALPROLOZAM (?) for anxiety. Do you suppose all these things could some how be connected? Weird.
My son has been getting red hot ears (usually one) for years. It is due to a sensitivity to salicylates. Any tomatoes, berries, oranges and others will cause it. Salicylate sensitivity can also cause eczema too. Go to feingold.org and you can read more about it.
how do you know its salicylate sensitivity? any form of testing?
We kept a food diary and whenever he ate something with a high salicylate content his ear would get red hot and swollen. Since eliminating them he has been fine. He also no longer has to take meds for ADHD. The salicylates cause hyperactivity too.
Yeahh, me and my dad have it, and it doesn't hurt it just feels like it's burning and sometimes itchy, and I get joint pain in my knee sometimes. But it doesn't hurt and I can handle it, I just need ice held to it! Glad I'm not the only one
I too have this problem. Had it quite a bit more in my late teens(now 30). Back then, quite a few girls I talked with had it also. None of the guys I knew did though. Alcohol may have been the factor back then. Now I have noticed that it happens when I am exposed to chemicals or paints. Any time I paint (even low VOC) it would happen. I used to remodel houses and so this happened quite regularly. My husband thinks I am crazy, but obviously he can see the bright red ear! 2 weeks ago our basement flooded. In the process of drying it out, we got a mildew smell. So I sprayed the floors with bleach. Not sure if it was the bleach or mildew. But the red ear lasted on and off for several days. This time my ear was itchy (never happened before) and started to get dry, to the point of having to put lotion on it. I haven't read of anyone else here, although I didn't read all posts, who had the reaction to chemicals and paints. Anyway I try to stay away from toxic stuff, seems to help!
I get this too, very often. I have discovered that I have a sulfite intolerance. Ingestion of sulfites makes my whole face, ears included, turn red and hot. Even now that I'm watching sulfites, though, I am often plagued by one or both ears turning bright red and hot.
Sulfites are in most corn-containing products, as well as soy containing products. Modified corn starch, corn syrup, etc.: all sources of sulfites. They are an ingredient, of ingredients; they are not normally listed anywhere on the food labels.
It's entirely possible that, in spite of my efforts, I'm still getting some sulfites at least 3 or 4 days a week. I have noticed that, on those days I thrown sulfite cautions to the wind, I typically suffer the hot ear(s) to a far greater extent--painfully so--than I do on days where I'm careful.
Children can develop sulfite intolerances, some theories claim, by sulfite containing foods that have not been fully digested entering into their circulatory system. The food requiring more breakdown is considered an invasion and the body mounts an immunoresponse. This leaves the child with antibodies to sulfites, similar to the mechanism used to inoculate against other types of infections.
An interesting connection that someone drew between these facts was that all soy based baby formulas he researched, contained sulfites. Children given soy based baby formula are typically given it due to digestive difficulties, making it all the more likely that some of the food may not be digested fully.
I was raised on soy milk because of stomach problems resulting from the constant antibiotics taken for ear infections. Of course, I also have severe ADD...
I have your same symtoms as you do and was wondering if you have found any causes yet? I have been to sooooo many doctors and they don't know what it is.
I just recently started noticing my ears would starting feeling warm and would be red...then I would get really bad migraines. I have always had migraines but it was odd how after my "left" ear would go thru this phase I would get a migraine. I started noticing this probably about 6mths now. I asked a lady at work about it and she was like oh it's probably just stress, but the fact was I was under no stress at the time!! I am going to ask my neurologist about the burning ear to mirgraine scenario when I go for my check up in February '08 & let you guys know if she says anything...or if she just looks at me like I'm a nut! hah
Do you take Niacin? I tried all the prescription high cholesterol medications and my legs felt so weired like numbing sharp little pains,strange pains in different areas of my leg through out the day. I stopped all of them! I started taking Niacin over the counter because I researched for a natural cure, Niacin was effective 250mg a day without the pain in my legs. Within six months my cholesterol dropped from 252 to 196. We went out for Hot Wings and beer one night, when we I started drinking a few beers my face, ears and the top of the upper part of my legs were red hot, burning real bad. For a few moments I didn't say anything, didn't want to alarm anyone, my friend across the table ask me what was wrong
because my face was fire red, long story short I traced it to the Niacin. You can not have alcohol when taking Niacin.
Now, I take it at night before bed, and will skip the dose if I am going out to have a few beers. I will not take it the night I have had any alcohol and everything is fine.
Hope this helps some of you.
Dear Friend
I readr your article about red hot ears
so do u got the tests and wht are the results kindly mail it to me
do they occure when u think or pass through mental stress or anger.
Thanking you
IAnonymous - 13th May 2006
Hello ! My ear(sometimes both) get really hot and red for about 1-2 hours almost every evening. When I described this in a mail to doctor he said that it could be a part of the carcinoid syndrome. So now they are investigating my levels of hormones(in the blood and urine)to check if I have carcinoid (slow growing malignant cancer) or not. The results should be ready the next week.
Hi Rajnikant,
I have been tested for carcinoid (5HIIA urine collection) and for systemic mastocytosis (imidazole acetic acid urine collection) and all tests have been good. My doctor takes this seriously but they can´t find the cause.
Now it´s almost one year ago when I first noticed this. Regarding stress I can tell you that I have been in a very stressful situation since 1 1/2 years ago when they stared to investigate a cyst in my spleen. They didn´t know if it was malignant or benign. One year follow up of the cyst showed no change in size or shape so it´s benign but I´m still kind of stressed about it.
Hi Everyone. I have had a carcanoid tumour removed (1979) and did have the horrible flushing. I recently (2001) well I guess not so recently was diagnosed with relapsing polychondritis. It affects any cartilegde, so could affect the upper part of your ear but not your ear lobe as there is no cartiledge there. Hopes this helps.
I am 73 years old and have been having this painful, red ear problem for several years. Just last year an ENT doctor diagnosed it as relapsing polychondritis. It affects one ear or the other, sometimes both. When it happens, the ear is not only red but becomes very swollen and extremely painful. And it doesn't come and go in an hour or two as in some of the "red ear" cases here. Mine will last about ten days. It starts slowly, peaks for about 4 days and then starts, very slowly, getting better. There is no known cause or cure but it has something to do with the autoimmune system. It does just affect the cartilage and not the ear lobe. When I get an episode the only thing I can do is to take Advil for the pain and put an ice pack on my ear. I have learned to live with it. My husband has almost the same problem. But with him, the cartilage between the breast bone and the rib cage is affected and it is called Costochondritis.
Dear friend, It is possible that this apparent cyst is a Carcinoid tumor. This is a rare neurendocrine neoplasm. The test you should have done is a chromgranin-A, and an octeotide scan,
e-mail for more info.
It's a blessing to connect with others who suffer from the "red ear syndrome". Years I have researched - spoke to medical professionals only to face road blocks time and time again. My first flare-up was many, many years ago in High School when the school beauty queen had choosen to share my text book in class - as the class erupted that we were "lovers" I blushed and someone in the class remarked I had red ears...years went by without even a hint of that until a few years after graduating from College - what started off as an occasional flare up turned out to be like a well timed event - each day, usually an hour or two after lunch one ear would first start off like a tinglely sting and quickly develop into a fire engine red display. (felt like I could as just strapped on a blue-flashing light on my head for the same attention getting effect). Never both ears - and the effect like everyone else has described in here - usually for me an hour - sometimes 2 - but after my red ears I had a serious calming effect. Not that I was overwhelmed before but I do seem to suffer from "low" hypertension. I felt food played a role as maybe a allergic reaction (blamed on milk or byproducts)...but changing eating habits had some effect at first but never was the cure.
However - red ears was a rare occurance during the weekends when I was not at work or it ususally was a lesser effect and later during the day.
My wife reassures me that its more in my head ... that red ears isn't so terrible but the truth that I have lost or bypassed promotions or career changes due to my burden. I dread hot days as it ususally ignites red ears - a hot car in the middle of the afternoon is a almost sure bet of another rush of hot blood hitting my ear. My ear usually is at its reddest at the upper part - usually the lower part (where woman have the ears pierced) stays somewhat unchanged. Cold water seems to do little to elevate the heat - but controlled breathing and chewing on gum has seemed to have some positive effects. I would chew gum ususally 2 hours before my timely occurance and it really seems to work.
I felt I had pinpointed the problem when years ago I read a article about red ears and those who suffer from "Fragile X"..those who suffer mild effects go through life never knowing they have this gene defect. There are obvious serious physical cases that are immediately diagnosed.
Red ears has played through much of my adult life - I have hoped it would be a passing fad - but even after nearly 15 years it makes it presence at the least opprotune time. Alcohol is a definate factor as during my wedding it flared like a 2 alarm blaze. I hope there will be a day I find out exactly what makes this happen - but it is comforting to know that I am not the only one who suffers from this. I Keep telling myself that only the truly blessed are actually given this "gifted" occurance....it has major powers when using the energy correctly. I wonder if most who suffer from red ears are overly sensitive ( I am) to the environment - people -noise - and have a strong tendancy towards artsy things. So I sign-off thanking this site for being my comfort blanket.....best of luck to all!!
If you meant hypotension when you said low hypertension, you might ask your allergist to to test you for mastocystosis. The lab test that evaluates one for this is called total serum tryptase. Not that you have this, but some of the symptoms for mastocytosis can be flushing (redness episodes) as well as episodes of hypotension (of course, hypotension is a more severe allergic reaction). If you seemed calm after the redness left (not during) as you indicated but didn't feel faint it may be nothing. However, it probably would be a good idea to get it checked just to rule it out.
Hello all, Wow there is sure alot of red earred people up in here :) Well I too suffer from this effect and it it usually one ear and sometimes both. I am 36 and have dealt with this problem most of my life. When I was a kid I would flush easy. Being a man it was rather embarrassing to have hot flashes the same time my mother was as she went through menapause lol.
It usually occurs after I get hot like after physical excercise or get in any kind of hot weather. I thought If I would tan indoors maybe it wouldn't be that noiceable. However, after hitting the tanning bed my ear would be ablaze for about 10 hours straight and is aggrivating. Sometimes for no apparent reason what so ever, I can be working in doors as I usually do in a medical office where its about 65 degrees with air conditioning and then all of a sudden my left ear just goes fire red. I can feel its on fire without even touching it. Could this be hormonal? I have not checked for cancer with special test, but my CBC and Basic metabolic panel is perfect. Once again I have been suffering from this for pretty much most of my life so I doubt its cancer. It has got to be a genetic thing is my thinking.
I also suffer from Vasomotor Rhinitis. If you do not know what this is, I would encourage you to look this up. I would like to make an educated guess here (been in the medical field for 13 years as a R.N. and Paramedic). I would probably guess that most of us have this condition (Vasomotor Rhinitis - hypersensitivity towards odors like perfume, cologne, candles, exhaust fumes, cold weather changes, cigarrete smoke etc.) You do not have to have all of these, as sometimes I can actually wear cologne and be around certain scents, but sometimes my body goes crazy. There is medication called Astelin that really helps with Vasomotor Rhinitis, but unfortunately I can't see how it could really help the entire body of a hypersensitive individual. Wish someone can help with this. Heck I would be willing to take an injection 5 times a day if it would help!
I have the same problem, almost everyday at about the same time. some days i get luck and nothing happens. I have had this problem for years. In my younger days I that it was the alcohol, but know I havent drink in 3 years. For a few years it didn't seem as bad but now it is back and seems worse in the winter months. I also hate a hot car or even worse my office at work is hot sometimes and it will just set it off. I wish there was a cure. I have been the the doctor 3 times this year and they don't know. Please keep me posted.
I also suffered from this problem - I am SOOOO sick of people commenting on it - ANYWAY - I eat porridge - rolled oats - every morning and they stopped after a few weeks - Of they start to come back I just eat some more and they go - I am very relieved!!!
eatting how MUCH and for how long.....plz help./...hope you r not joking
I take 1000 mg of cinnamon per day after lunch, I cut down on the sugar & salt and my red ears were gone in 2 days and have not return.
so 1g would do the trick ??
Oh my, I didnt read further just yet to find your results, i had to first pick my mouth up off the floor...i never mentioned it to my doctor about my red hot ears....mine started about 2 yrs ago, it was always the right ear...now its either ear and occassionaly both....i thought it was a blood pressure symptom....until my ears or ears got hot when my blood pressure was normal....like right this minute.
I sure hope its nothing serious...I considered hot flashes, but it doesnt seem to be the hot flashes associated with menopause.
Hi !
My doctor (endocrinologist) is amazed about the fact that I get this red ear every afternoon/evening (never had it before lunchtime)and they can´t find the reason in spite of very thourogh investigations. It often appears when I lay down or when it´s hot in the room. What triggers your hot ears ?
I also had a red hot ear problem. It is always the left ear. It has been happening for almost an year. I tried to investigate the reason. I have concluded that I have a habit of turning to my left when I am sleeping & I sleep with my left ear touching my pillow. I tried to change my sleeping direction to my right side & it seems to work. I have not had this problem for a week now after changing my sleeping style.
I also get hot red ears most often in the afternoon and evening but I do get it in the morning just not as bad. The worst time is laying down on my pillow or if the blanket is on my face, on either side. I dont just get it on my ears though I get it on my cheeks and ears first and it spreads to my arms. I get it when its hot or cold there arent many consistencies with it. I have thought it was anxiety (I have anxiety really bad), but I get it whenever. I thought I was allergic to certain medicines, but I stopped them and its still there. I have thought it could be a thing with fair skin but I dont think so. I thought hot flashes like menopause, but im 16 so I dont think its that. I have looked up the symptoms of mastocytosis like someone said it could be (my cousin had it when he was a baby), but I dont fit that. I have read that skin mites can do it and I had scabies years ago but I doubt its that. I looked into all the things ive seen on here that it could be but I dont fit any and I know my doctor will say its anxiety or something. my doctors have given me a different diagnosis for everything that cant be from anxiety and now I have so many diagnosises I have to think im either a hyperchondriac or have something really wrong that they cant find. I am going to see her but she doesnt ever help. oh ya another thing thats been worse lately is that I have a headache constantly but ive had bad headaches for years and these arent bad just annoying.
If anyone has any ideas let me know it just might help.
I am 53 years old and have had this syndrome since as long as i can remember and finally just found out that it was a syndrome... I doubt that this has any relation to cancer since i have never been sick except for an occasional cold all my life. I wouldn't worry about it.
Please let me know when you find out. I also have the same problem. My left ear gets so red it hurts. Sometimes my heat rate speeds up.
I have gotten red ears since I was a child.My mom use to tell me it mean someone is talking about me. Someone recently told me that it can be do to anxiety or adrinalin. If you exauhust your energy in a workout or a jog it will go away.
My situation is just the opposite at the moment. I've just gotten out of the shower (taken with warm/hot water), which I did right after eating, which I did after an hour of weight lifting.
What I ate was shrimp, if anybody's adding up common nutrients. Also had round crackers, ketchup, and a glass of water.
I've no known medical complications, although my nutrition lately has been poor.
Same thign happens to me... I have no idea why. I have to hide under a hat to cover my ears. Have you gotten any treatment for this? Any help is greatful
YES THIS DOES HELP
EATING ROLLED OATES EVERY MORNING
Hi - I also had this problem and found that if I eat rolled oats for breakfast every morning they stop - hope this helps you!
this is so funny!! I had no Idea anyone else had this problem. I have a new job that is so so stressful and I am sure it must come from that! I can't wait to read all that is on this site!! my left ear will get bright red and hot as can be. I thought maybe my blood pressure was up but have never had trouble with it. I have had a lot of problms with my back and neck lately, wonder if it is connected somehow. Great site...
Wowo. I too thought I was the omly one with this problem I am a healthy 24 year old woman, never had any health problems,EVER. When this first started happening about 1 year ago I didnt htink anyhting of it. It seems to be happening more frequently now and always my right ear. It gets so hot tha tit feeld like it is goign to burst. It is comfoting to know that other people deal with this too. I am curious now about seeking medical advice for it. Anyone with more info please post.
my ears have been gettin red for several yrs now and it has spread to my face, i have noticed that during stressful times like during exams and finals week it is worse, and also when im get tired... i just relax and it seesm to go away till the next tme.
Hi, Ok- I hit the mother lode! I am not a lone hot red ear... I am 42 and this has been happening to me for the last few months. Sometimes both, or one at a time and one time only part of my left ear was glowing red. I also have a redness that pops up on my nose, cheeks, chest and sometimes a little on the chin.
I get sicker than a dog this summer and was diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis in the fall.
I've got calls in to my rheumatologist and primary concerning the red hot ear stuff and face redness.
Hope we all get to the bottom of it and it's benign.
God bless!
That is what i have just done.
My right ear started burning so i did a search. I have had this many times in the past, its one or the other but mostly my right ear. It use to indicate coming illness and my left would indicate when i was intoxicated. Now it seems to be totally random
when you're ear goes hot it means someone is talking bad about you... suposably, so what you do Is do bite on you're tounge once really hard!! and what happens is the person talking bad about you is alking so much they accidently bite there tounge which makes them stop or stop for awhile.
My son gets hot red right ear as well.
A very distinquished chiropractor told us this: He needs his neck adjusted, as he has a pinched nerve. He specifically said the 2nd cervical needs adjustment, and that this chiropractor had treated numerous other patients for this problem and it alleviated their problem. I now have an appointment to take my son to a chiropractor. hope this helps.
This happens to my son as well, At school they call him Lava ears. He dosen"t act like it bothers him.... He says sometimes he is hot.Any answears?
Hello,
I just read your "hot ear" post, and wander if you have had any good results from the chiropractor? My 5yr old son recently developed this strange symptom a couple of weeks back, and I can't put my finger on what is causing it! We have cool flannels at the ready each time it occurs, and I have tried homeopathic remedies, which haven't hit the spot. His ear, usually the right, heats up and gets slightly swollen in the early evening hours!
Anyway, if you have any info which might shed light on this, i would be very grateful to hear it.
Many thanks
Debi
Debi,
My 9 year old son has the same deal going on, only at night though. He puts bags with ice on them. It's weird! About the Chiropractor, we go to one 3x a week to get adjusted. My son has been going for a year and it hasn't stopped his ears from getting fire hot.
Hi, any chance I could get the name of that chiropractor? Thanks,
My friend is also a member of the hot ear army!
Wow... i get tha hot ear syndrome too! I mostly get it mid-day. its always in ma right ear and last about an hour or so... i didnt realize so many people get it... it burns but it aint painful, jus a bothersome. i have kinda pain in tha back part of my head behind my right ear... im not sure if its associated with it or what... anyone else got that pain???
hey alex i know what your talking about. im sorry that i have no information on solving the problem but i read your comment and saw that we have the exact same problem. I used to only get the hot ear thing when i was a child but recently after 10 years of not having it, it came back the past five nights and has affected my sleep terribly. Its only my left ear but i have no idea what to do about it, it realy is just annoying. If you could have any info on what to do to stop the situation please help me out. Thanks
my ear always turns red. Always my left ear. It freaks me out but i know im ok. I wonder what causes it??
Food allergies can cause redness of the ears. Children can have red ears after drinking apple juice, milk , etc. It won't show up on allergy tests, just like lactose intolerance doesn't show up. Next time it happens make a note of what you have just eaten or drank. See if it happens again later.
its not just food allergies think what you use in your home , I have had MCS for over forty years and know what im on about here, the symptoms are too many to put on here, but its a very bad aversion to all perfumes.now this doesnt mean I dont like a smell, its how everything with petro chemicals in , makes me feel sick , dizzy, my skin thats exposed reddens, as I said too many to mention, but think about he cleaners you use in the home, even bleach, soap powders and particularly, fabric conditioners which are lethal as well as many dangerous chemcials they have chloroform in fabric conditioner too this is why, you feel light headed or take headaches with some smells there are many Green products now in the shops so no need to buy all these over perfumed soaps. soap powders , air fresheners etc, please all take notice here, Im coordinator for mcs-global.org have a look and see how many illnesses are affected by what we use in the home. or workplace, think of photocopiers, ink markers, central heating or air conditioning in offices, new carpets, carpet cleaners.. they all affect our health. please have a look at that site or any other coming under the heading of multiple chemical sensitivity or environmental illness.. there is nothing in the UK on the NHS for help even after all the years I had this since age 17 when I worked in a Printing factory uses many chemicals. glues and inks without protection....
I guess misery loves company ...
I too have had this same problem! It has probably been going on for 2-3 years and seems to be getting worse!
Like clockwork my right ear gets red every evening between 8-10pm. It can and does occur throughout the day also!
I recently gave up drinking wine (due to what I have read here), and it seemed like the ear did not get red for a few days ... then it started again just like everyday, so back to the wine!
I note that heat (hot rooms) activates the redness as does sexual activity?
I get an aura, tinnitus, right jaw pain in association with the red ear?
Am presently being worked up for Relapsing Polychondritis ... don't know which is worse? My Rheumatologist did not seem to know about Red Ear Syndrome!
God bless you all ...
Interesting! Very Interesting! I have experienced the one red "hot" ear as long as I can remember. I am 38 yrs old. My 17 yr old daughter also has this happen and most recently my friends little guy who is almost 7 has this one red hot ear thtoday g... The interesting thing about all of us... we've bben diagnosed with ADHD. I have also been researching other possible disorders, i.e. sleep disorders and ODD in my daughter. Working with a therapists to look closer at a few things but was just on line and decided to start my research. The red hot ear definelety shows up at times of stress, tension, anger is in the midst.
You must have testing for Polychondritis Relapse. This disease is often ovelooked because it is so rare. My grandson has this syndrome. The potential life threatening results need to be addressed and treated if possible.
Hi,
How is your grandson today? I am so scared my granddaughter has it.
hi! I am just stunned right now to read your email. I am "searching" today b/c of my 6 yr old son and his red ear! he has been suffering with this for his entire life! we've talked to drs. about it but it was passed off as no big deal (and it's really not a HUGE deal but very bothersome to him at times!) what is most interesting to me is that my son also has been considered to have ODD! i would love to know anything you find out about this! please pass it on if it is not an inconvenience. i will do the same. thank you in advance and have a great day. i feel better right now just knowing that there are others out there who experience this!!
My grandson is 3 1/2 years old and is experiencing this problem. His right ear turns red and hot 3 to 4 times a week. Have you found out what is causing your sons problem?
Thank you
Melissa, Did you ever find out anything that helped you understand the red ear in your son? My grandson has had it for years...he's six now. Comes on when he is tired....evenings. ???
this is all so strange, but did any of you ever think of the blood pressure thing?about a year ago, i was drinking alot of hard alcohol one night and all of the sudden my right ear started burning.i thought something had bit me, then my left ear started.i looked in the mirror and they were both bright red!it freaked me out.im 28 my health is good but i am a single mom of 2 small kids.i cant say im the most relaxed person in the world.in fact im really tired and stressed for the most part.anyways,everytime i drink this happens and when i get really mad/stressed.i dont know for sure but i would swear its linked to my blood pressure.if any one has heard of this please let me know.
Hi! I am 32 years old - in good health. I have this red ear problem - in fact have done for a few years now - Yes! it's embarrasing - My blood pressure is excellent, I don't drink and I just don't know! I was very relieved to read that it's not just me with this problem. I have not been able to ascertain what triggers it - it can happen anytime. I am mostly a vegan vegetarian and am very careful about toxins & chemicals. I wonder if it is a hormonal problem??? Who has perfect hormones this day & age?
Have you had any luck finding anything more out?
Hi Louise !
I have had this problem for almost ayear now. Mostly my left ear turn red and hot but sometimes my left ear and cheeks also turn red and hot. The strange thing is that I always get this in the afternoon at 3 pm or in the evenig at 8 pm.
have you experienced this facial flush also ? I have been tested for carcinoid and mastocytosis but they haven´t found anything abnormal yet. My problem triggers by stress and temperature changes.
I think I have found the answer - eating lots of rolled oats seem to stop it - I think there is something in rolled oates for the nervous system???
let me know how you go - it only took 2 weeks for mine to stop
hi ,i am 45 years old ,i have high blood pressure but i take medecine and i keep it under control.however my ears turn red in the evening while my blood pressure is normal,specially my right ear for about an hour.then it goes back normal.i doono why but it is very embarassing.
Exactlythe same thing here. only in the afternnon or evening. Blood pressure fine. Aspirin proivdes some relief but I am not sure if it or time causes the redness and heat to be reduced. I am having back surgery In late December for pinched nerves and will be curious if the redness goes away or changes after that. I have seen some comments suggesting a link. Will keep all of you informed.
Your right! Blood pressure is one of the side effects. Reduceding your salt intake to 1,500mg would be nice but who can. Blood pressure and food intake of processed foods will tigger red ear. Read your labels their full with harmful chemicals. Kids eat what you eat so their effected too. Some children tolerate more then others because of their D,N.A make up. But be reasure that thousnds of people are having this its just they dont talk about it. Family Doctors will tell you they dont know what causes it. Just asked yours and he will say like maybe cold weather. This is something they dont deal with everyday. I know what you can try and it will work. Please e-mail for details, Have a Great Day.
Hi. My son (4) has started having this hot ear problem. It started I think last month and in June he was "unofficially" diagnoised w/Asperger Syndrome.
my cousin (3)has been diagnosed with aspergers and when he was a baby he had mastocytosis (he outgrew it). I dont know if he has hot red ears but I know his ears do get red but we dont pay much attention to it because he doesnt complain. He does get alot of ear infections so maybe he just doesnt notice anymore. If you didnt read it someone on here said mastocytosis can cause it. I dont know if this will help you but I wanted to let you know.
Currently researching the topic: google-red ear food sensitivity and ADHD
I am surprised to see so many people discussing about this, me and my wife discoverd this with my 4 yr old kid and today thought to research on it..now it seems its not as uncommon as I thought. And yes my kid was also diagnosed with ADHD and his only one ear gets red when playing or partying.
Patrick again!!!
Just wanted to let you know that the Rheumatologist has ruled out Relapsing Polychondritis (thank goodness) and has now referred me to a Neurologist to work me up for Trigeminal Neuralgia! I don't have the severe pain that these people do, but there may be some relation to the symptoms?
Just saw my ENT MD and he thought it might be related to TMJ syndrome?
I'm getting sick of seeing specialists and no one has the correct answer!!!
While I wait on the appointment with the Neurologist I will set up a meeting with an Acupuncturist who also does massages!
MY ENT MD suggested that an epidemiological approach to this syndrome would be very beneficial for data collection! Any researchers out there?
Patrick,
I have the same symptoms like you ! However my Rheumatologist says there are no tests that will confirm Relapsing Polychondritis. How did your Rheumatologist rule out Relpasing Polychondrities for you ?
Patrick -
Let me know if you find anything out. My ears started doing the same thing a few weeks ago - like clockwork right at 815pm each night. Right ear way more red than the left but both glowing hot. I had gone on a fluoride free diet (no fluoride toothpaste and only bottled water)two weeks previously as it was suspected that fluoride negatively affects my thyroid gland. Its like my ears are trying to purge something each night. Your post caught me as I have been stunned at the timing of the event so exact each night.
Take your ears away from the heaters dumb asses!
dont be an ass this is a real thing and to the parents of kids with this we dont need your stupid remarks
Dani,
Could you be more insensitive. Don't reply just to be a jerk!
do you have nothing better to do then to check blogs and make fun of people with an unknown symtom? i pitty you, as you must me a small human being.
I also suffer from this condition. It is always the left ear. I seem to fit all the characteristics too - type o bllod, easily stressed, possible ADD (never diagnosed, frequent bowel movements etc.
I just (5/2/06) ran a search on this topic for the same reason. This only started happening for me about 2 months ago, and it's not an everyday thing. I am 30, mom, easily stressed, type O+, possible ADHD (never diagnosed)...this part of the page really caught my attention because of the fact that my son, who is now 9, has had this happen regularly for some time. He has been diagnosed ADHD and ODD (you want a bad combination? OMG!!! But that's a whole different story). He is also O+.
It just seems to me that there is a strong correllation being shown in the posters here regarding a potential link between ADD/ADHD/ODD and this Red Hot Ear crap. Mine occurs at varying times, but always after 4pm. The first episode hit several days in a row at 8pm, like clockwork. I work at a desk, day and night. I am training for a marathon, but I've been a runner since high school. It occurs when I am concentrating on work, driving, watching television...doesn't seem to have any rhyme or reason.
Granted, those items mentioned could very easily be coincidental, but it really does seem interesting to me to see so many people with the same issues. I would be greatly interested in finding out if there really is a connection there.
Replying to my own post here. In a quick search, here is some interesting information that gives a good explanation:
http://www.mrbully.nl/ch/chredear.htm
As a migraine sufferer, and yes, there are migraines that can present all symptoms except pain--I get the whole gammut--this does make sense. Frankly, if a day goes by without a migraine, I end up with a bad headache. So, there could very well be a strong correlation there. My son gets headaches, too, but I work 9-14 hours a day and have to rely mostly on 2nd hand information to know his symptoms.
Thought you might want to check out that site.
A teacher I knew had a terrible migraine every day. When he rebuilt the garage in the basement of his house, it was full of mould. They repaired everything, and his migraine stopped immediately, after some 20 years! Personally I have this red-ear syndrome since about ten years. Always in the afternoons, around 2-5 pm, which has made me think it is food related (the metabolism process when the food reach the intestines). I have excluded red wine and coffee (drink green tea instead), and it has helped a little, but I have also tested to skip cheese and bread for a while, and it has also improved my condtion.
My mother had an allergy against cold temperatures, and was also very sensitive for different medicines. I have also some reactions against cold temperatures (as well as my twin brother). My ears does not turn red as much as usual if I eat less, and practice a lot. It is certainly also related to stress for me, and I have heard something about that the stress hormones, such as cortisol, can be a factor. I am slim, well trained person of 52 years of age, and I appriciate very much this homepage. Try to remove some of your usual foods, one by one, for a week or so, and note the results. And try to remove stressful situations, then perhaps, You can at least reduce the problem.
I'm sooo happy to find other people with the same thing. What I find intereting is that it seems red hot left ear people are in the type that are mostly 0+,possible ADHD, etc. and the red hot right ear people are more about a specific time (or timeframe). Would you agree?
I too have been dealing with my ear turning red and sometimes very hot for a few months now. I recently seen my doctor about this because my heart rate increases when my ear is red. Sometimes I feel drained afterwards. So far I've had blood work done and a ultrasound on my Thyroid to determine Thyroid diesease. And wore a holter to monitor my heart rate. Waiting for results. What's interesting after reading some of these comment. I too am O+. I hate the thoughts of going through all the tests to find out whats going on. My main concern is my heart racing like it does for the hour or so my ear is red. I experience nausea, headaches and I get very fatigued afterwards.
Have blood labs to rule out pheochromocytoma (plasma free metanephrines), mastocytosis (total serum tryptase), and carcinoid syndrome (chromogranin A). (I also replied to "Code Red" above.)
What if you have already been tested for pheochromocytoma, mastocytosis and carcinoid syndrome and the test results were fine everytime?? Symptoms for last year or so include red hot ears, face, arms, elevated BP and pulse when it occurs, nausea, sometimes headache, and very fatigued after a big episode of it. The symptoms come on any time of the day but usually later in the day. Have had the "million dollar workup" with no conclusions of what is wrong with me. Any suggestions would be appreciated!!
me too. always my left ear. People say things to me. It is happening for years.
Hi Anonymous. I was reading down through the post, and saw your comments.
I am type O, 2-3 BM's a day typically, stress easily, Type A personality. I have never considered myself ADD, never diagnosed.
I have noticed my hot ears for about a year or two. It seems that it is usually my right ear, as it is right this moment. I am a drinker, 3-4 times a week, but have slowed down the quantity since I hit my mid-thirties. Have high BP in family, although mine is usually OK, but leaning towards the high side more often than not.
I always assumed my ears were a symptom of high BP, but I am changing my mind. However, I have noticed that it usually occurs during stress or tired. I am tired at this moment, which could be the cause. Had four beers last night, which typically isn't alot for me.
My 4 year old son also experiences this phenomenon, always when he is tired and needs to go to sleep. I will keep an eye on him now for ADD symptoms.
Just wanted to add my traits to your summarization. I am sure I will see other people similar to us as I read further down.
I developed this "red ear syndrome" about 6 years ago, a month or so after returning from a mountain climbing trip to Mt.Rainier and Mt.Baker in August. It began as a hot, flushed, burning sensation on the left side of my face and forearm as I was driving home form work about 3-4pm. I thought it was just the sun shining through my car window. Next it would occur in the afternoon when I was at the gym and it was then that I noticed in the mirror how red my ear was. I am a nurse anesthetist so I immediately began to record my symptoms and when they occurred and I was also able to measure that the local skin temperature does increase when the flushing begins suggesting that this is some sort of neurovascular syndrome. I asked several surgeons about it and no one had a clue. I saw my Interal Med. MD who ran every test known to man. Then I saw a neurologist and a rhuematologist, both of which had no clue what this might be or any suggestions. The frequency of occurance and the intensity of my symptoms progressed over about 6 months to include burning along my left lateral thigh, calf and the sole of my foot. Eventually it spread to the right side but the flushing/ burning occurs only on one side at a time and only rarely on the right side. I can no longer wear socks or a hat because they are always burning to some degree and I feel as if I am overheating and might faint. The burning does not follow any nerve dermatone zones and does not appear to be linked to stress levels, alcohol intake, weather, but it does seem to occur more in the fall/winter for me and in the afternoon or night hours. But I live in SC so it might just be so hot that I don't actually notice the burning as much during the warmer months. After about a year my symptoms and flushing episodes sort of leveled off and have been stable ever since. The scary part is that I returned to Mt. Baker and Rainier the next fall with some friends and about a month after our return my climbing partner (Mark) and another friend (Pat) developed the same syndrome!!!!! We were all negative for Lyme's disease (which was every MD's 1st bet) Sojourns, Relapsing Polychondritis, fibromyalgia, carcinoid syndrome, an assortment of autoimmune disorders. You name it, we all got tested and were negative plus we are all pretty much healthy otherwise. Pat and I work at the same hopital but the mountain trips are the only common link that the 3 of us share. We all had mild flu like symptoms after we summited and then developed knee joint pain and then the flushing started. Now we all have very dry mucus membranes, just in the nose and have nose bleeds. Our MD's settled on either a chemical or biological toxic exposure (perhaps from melting snow for water) that produced some sort of neurological damage that also involves the vascular system and may involves the sympathetic nervous sytem. But if any of you out there have any thing similar to what we have then the Mountain trips can not be the causal link. Some one needs to start compiling a data base of symptoms and the onset and patterns of occurance. Pat (also a nurse with a PhD in Public Health) and I might be interested in developing a web site that would have persons with this syndrome complete a questionaire/assessment tool to be used to gather data and look for a common link. We are trying to pitch this idea to our Internal Med. Docs and maybe the local university public health department. It would be great to include a university that has a program in epideminology. If anybody out there has symptoms similar to ours or if you are interested in helping us try to launch this "data collection" project, please reply. Thanks
I've had this for so many years I thought I was used to it. Til today. It has ALWAYS been my right ear and today around 5 pm I went to the john and noticed it was my left ear! For what it's worth, I'm 53, female, on hormones, ADHD, AB+,and chubby. Sometimes my nose burns too, and gets red. My ear is not just red, it's PURPLE! I have been known to put ice on it, to no avail. It goes away in about an hour. I've never documented the time of day or my moods but maybe I will now.
Wendy,
When I read about problem occuring after your trip to Mt Rainer & Mt Baker It caught my attention. We live at base of Mt. Rainer and I have joked here that it's our water affecting so many pepole here with cancer in our town.... But I have had the red buring ear mostly the left for some time. My feet and stomach have been affected with the same burning sensation but its been a couple of years and I thought it was the start of menopaause. But this only started after moving here to Washington State I've been here 13 years. Also very dry mucas menbrane and tonight had another nose bleed.... So here to Data Collection
I would be very interested in this. My 11 year old son has suffered from red hot ears for several years. He has had a bad episode these past few weeks. His ears get so hot that he cannot sleep. He puts ice packs on his ears in order to get some relief. He wakes up during the night when the ice packs wear off. I have been making several trips a night to the freezer. I have mentioned this to my pediatrician in the past and they just say they have never heard of this. We went to an ENT once and he acted like I was crazy. We need help.
Kelly,
My son of 13 years old is having the same problem. He too puts ice on his ears. There does not seem to be a pattern of activity that trigers it. However I notice a few people mentioned they were ADHD/ADD and my son may be as well. We are in the process of having him tested.
I have recently noticed my 6 yr old son's right ear gets very hot and very red and the other one is normal and I am just online now researching this and he has been diagnosed with ADD. I wonder if there is any connection. I have not mentioned this to our Ped. yet but will.
Kelly,
I have a ten year old son with the same problem. He usually sleeps with wet/cold washcloths on his ears. Our ENT said he HAD heard of this condition. I don't remember what it was called, but he said it actually had to do with the cartilage or tendons in the ears becoming inflamed-not blood vessels like everyone assumes. The only relief is steroids, and since they can only be used temporarily, it's not really a solution. He also said it may never get worse, or it may be an indicator of some sort of tendon/cartilage disease he may get when he becomes an adult.
Hope this clears up the mystery. My son also has ADHD, but I don't think it has anything to do with it. I have another child with ADHD and he does not have this inflamed ear burning problem.
Linda
Linda,
Thanks for the info. I will keep it in mind. He has not had an episode of hot ears for awhile (knock on wood). The last episode was at Christmas time and lasted a few weeks. I do not know if there is a connection to ADHD. My son does have ADD tendencies, but not the hyperactivity part. FYI, there is a Yahoo group for those who suffer with red, hot ears called the red ear colony. The email address is redearfounder@yahoogroups.com.
I have had this problem with my ears for years now. It actually started with my cheeks and would normally occur when I was stressed, angry, or embarrassed. Then it started in my ears and has been happening everyday for a couple of weeks now. I noticed the other day that my daughter, who is only 18 months old, had the red hot ear problem, but it was only her right ear. That's when it started to bother me. I've never worried about it before, I just figured maybe my blood pressure was up. But when I saw that my baby had the same thing, that's what made me want to start to research this problem. She has now come down with pneumonia and I am just getting over bronchitis, so I don't know if that has anything to do with it. I've never really mentioned it to a doctor because I figured they would think I was just crazy. Now that I see that this is something that happens to a lot of people, I am definitely going to mention it to our doctors. I know that I am O+, I don't know what my daughter's blood type is. As far as I know I don't have ADD or ADHD or ODD. I am 24 years old and overweight but am currently taking Phentermine to lose weight. I've never really kept track of the time of day or anything because I just assumed it was something normal thing for me. Like I said, I've had it for years, as long as I can remember. And for me it gets worse in the summer. Once I go outside my cheeks will get burning hot, and now my ears do too. But the worse part about it is that even after I go inside, I can't cool down, sometimes for hours. If I'm in the car I have to have the air conditioner on full blast and pointed directly at my face, otherwise, it burns really bad and feels like my face is tightening up. I've noticed that the sun really plays a big part in it because sometimes, even during the winter, only my left ear and cheek will get red and hot while I'm driving. But if I can get out of the sun, sometimes that helps. I do not want my daughter to go through what I have gone through with this problem so if anyone finds out anything, please let me know. Thank you.
Have you seen your md? It sounds like sun sensitivity may be a problem.
I have a few friends who have Lupus. I'm not saying that's what it is but definitely worth checking out.
I have Psoriatic Arthritis and red, hot ears and facial redness. Sometimes the sun affects my skin like that too. So far I've tested negative for Lupus and have not tracked down the cause of the redness. Rosacea also can cause redness, burning etc.
Keep asking and researching. It might help to journal about it so you may expose a pattern.
God bless you and your little one.
I have the same symptoms where its not just on ears. It also goes onto my arms and seems to be getting worse and more frequent. It also seems more often in the winter/spring for me. I live in AZ so I might just think its the heat but very often people tell me that im getting a sunburn but I can tell that its just the heat or something and that it will go away eventually (not a sunburn). I dont know if thats normal to seem to have a sunburn just from heat. I wrote more above. I have kept a small log of the symptoms as they develop, but I havent written any times because its so frequent. I have never been to that mountain or any where near it though. Im willing to help anyway I can to figure out what this is.
I would be interested as I have suffered from red burning ears on and off for many years. I am now 57. I find that I get them every evening now in the cooler months of the year. Sometimes just one, sometimes both burn at once. I find that putting hot water on them is better than cold, as when you remove the 'hot' sensation, the air around the ear feels colder, hence the ear starts to cool down. Also putting something on them like 'sunburn cream' helps. Cheers.
this is nearly a year after you posted this and i can only hope that you have started this web site, i am 22 and have been dealing with this for 2 years. my symtoms are never constante, and seem to fluxuate from better to worse. i have kept in mind adhd, odd etc. but of coarse drs. have no clue. the only thing i have been able to pin point is mild or severe back,neck pain and stress, anxiety, anger, or simply being un easy in your current sittuation. i ask all of you (red ear troops) to examin what exactly is going on in your lives while this burning sensation occurs. ihave found that anything from a new relationship to aggrivation at the work place may cause our problem. think about it has this ever happend when you are perfectly content with your life. my answer is no. anyways i am serious about this and the only way we can make something happen is if we work together! if there are this many of us it cannot be as rare as we all once thought it was. so i implore you to please make this web site and let us find or own answers.
David,
I have noticed exactlythe same thing. I am in outside sales. During the day Iam driving and I am fine. If I make a sale, I am fine. WenI am confronted with a customer that is not buying, I my left ear gets red an hot. Please note that this is usually in the evenings. I had an episode the other day, I was watching football relaxing. In come the kids with a lot of noise and WHAM here it is again. There is no question in my self diagnosi that this is stress related. I am not sure how to handle this issue. It has only started with in the last six months. The first time it happened I freaked out and went to the hospital. The ran blood tests and heart test. All were fine. No doctors can diagnose. ihave been to a cardio doc. No clue. They just say, "It doesn't appear to be life threatening." What do you think?
Get re-tested for Lyme, there are a lot of people who get tested and get false negatives. Go to a Dr. who really knows Lyme. I saw a program on Discovery channel on this, and the guy was literally about to die when he found a Dr. who diagnosed him when he had been tested and they said he didn't have Lyme...he did.
Hi Wendy - I have the exact same situation. I drove up to Steven's Pass and on the way back, i felt my ears fume up. I would like to be involved in the investigation and would love to contribute. Please email me and we can take this forward.
Was wondering what even happened to your study idea. Its been a year or two since you posted about it. Happened upon it just today. Also was wondering about the washington thing. I am origionally from Gresham Or. Now live in Nebraska. But have had this issue for years. Let me know. Thanks.
Did you every have exposure to mold? Eye swelling/eye infection? Were you bitten by Black Fly in the Mountains?
I am in my fourties and have had this condition all of my life. I don't realize it is happening untill someone mentions how red my ear is. The problem is my 15 year old is bothered by this most of the time. Both of his ears get bright red. We have had many tests ran by various physicians and no one has come up with a solution. The skin on my son's earlobes is very smooth. It looks inflammed and swollen when it is red. His ears get so hot that it is painful to him. If anyone has any suggestions we are open to trying anything that will work. Thanks
I get that too A LOT!!!!!!!!! It happens to both ears and it happens like, all the time. Why does it do that. People say that it's because of the uneven fluid in the ear. Is that true?
it is fluid in the ears. cuz i can hear it and feel it.
i swim alot. at first i thought it was cell phones. then
from noise pollution, but today i believe its fluid.
try ear candling.
My husband and 4 year old son, both randomly get what we call hot ear, cold ear. One is bright red and hot and the other is white and cold. We just recently noticed this in my son. How many of you have hot ear, cold ear as opposed to hot ears?
Suz... I can certainly relate to the hot ear/cold ear personally, and also for my son. Ours is generally brought on in the evening. It can easily be triggered by warm temperature, touch, or anxiety. My son is 7 and was diagnosed 2 years ago with ADHD. I too am probably a candidate as well, however this disorder wasn't around when I was his age. Anyway, it is rather bizarre and I have just lived with it. I would hope maybe though that there is some type of treatment for this condition in the future.
Look at the book Highly Sensitive Child page 20 and also the book Indigo Child. There are other explinations for ADHD.
I have had my right ear turn red and burn to the point that its really uncomfortable for as long as I can remember. It happensed almost once a day. Im almost 20 now and its really kind of embarressing.
my left ear turns red and hot every day or about every day between the hours of 2:30 and 4:00. It has been happening for at least three years now. I have spoke to my cardio doctor about it, he cannot find an aswer but said he never heard of it. I am a little more at ease that others have this thing going on. I am 38 yo white male. Does anyone know what this is or how to stop it. Sometimes it is very uncomfortable.
Hello, I'm studying this problem which is called the red ear syndrom for my thesis. I can send you some information but it's in french.If someone could send me a picture during a crisis it would be useful for me. Thanks a lot
Hi Shirel,
How is your thesis getting on? Is this a curable condition?
Hello, Funny I found this by looking up red, hot ear also. My right ear is red now. I've found some information that it might have to do with circulation. Maybe that's what's wrong with me. No circulation to the brain lol, jk. I smoked for 15 years I thought that might have something to do with it. I've been a non-smoker for 4 months now. I also have asked my physician, there's just no typical answer for this. I sure don't like the feeling though, it just doesn't feel natural. I hope we can get an answer to this?
Check out the book Highly Sensitive Child and read page 20.
Experiencing it as we speak! Right ear!
I had this problem for the last 2 years and I finally brought it up to my doctor. I was told it is the first stages in menopause. Men ALSO get it, but they DON'T like to come forward with it due to their manhood... But, I was told this by my doctor whom other people have been reporting the same symptoms...It is pre-menopause, if you don't believe it, ask your own doctor....
I have trouble believing this since I'm only 26
My twelve year old son has been experiencing red hot ears for about the past six years. One ear or the other gets red and feels hot to the touch. It happens a few times a year. Maybe the TEA website is on the right track. It's worth checking out.
I hope this may help many of you. I recently asked my 7 year old's doctor about his having a hot red ear every now and then. Doc said - probably just better blood circulation on that side. This didn't make any sense to me until I started reading "The Highly Sensitive Child" by Elaine Aron. She says that babies with more electircal activity and blood flow on the right side of the brain are more likely to be Highly Sensative Children. The part of the brain that deals with sensativity is thought to be espcially strong or active in H.S.C.
It's only a couple sentances in her book but having heard this explenation from the doctor and then reading it in in the book - is has answered this question for me.
My son is a HSC.
I think we found our answer. My 5 year old son had red hot ears -they started occuring with greater frequency and duration (up to 2.5 hours one time!), several times a day. He saw and ENT, Allergist etc. and all of the tests came up negative. During this time he experienced an episode of thrush (yeast overgrowth in the mouth). He also was regularly constipated. We finally found a D.O. who practices "integrative medicine". He diagnosed him wiht an overgrowth of yeast in the gut. He has been on a restrictive diet for over a week and almost all of his symptoms are gone including NO RED, HOT EARS...I hope this helps someone - will be curious to see if anyone else has the reaction to treating a yeast overgrowth. By the way, regular doctors will not deal with this - everyone told us there was nothing they could do (regular pediatrician, ENT and allergist).