Headaches-Vertigo-Ear Problems-Back pain-TMJ all related. Where should I start? What Specialist?

Question

I have had serious health problems like ovarian cancer which I don't believe is related to the above problems I have.
Diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, Auto Immune Disease, Sprained Lumbarsacral, Sciatic on both sides, TMJ. But my problem NOW TODAY is this horrible pain on the right side of my jaw/ear that it throbbing and its driving me nuts. My Family Pract. sent me to an Internalist but I cancelled the appt. Is this who I should see? Im more wholistic medicine not a pill popper. HELP!

Direct me - It may be lack of Magnesium and exercise. I had a hysterectomy (4th major laporatomy since 1997) April 4th this year and Im just starting to exercise. My massage Therapist wont see me until Im 8-10 months recovered. So he can work on my pelvic/stomach area. Im starting to work out this weekend doing the CORE system. Hopefully that will help.

Answer 1

You can see a dentist who specializes in TMJ about treatment options - it does not have to be surgery. They can show you exercises and discuss a mouth guard. The fibromyalgia is probably related.

I see a neurologist. I began seeing him for migraines and that's when I found out I had TMJ and fibromyalgia. He has made a huge difference in my life, but it has been through medication. He could also help you with sciatica.

Your back may be due to your hysterectomy - any injury to the front causes increased strain to the back, so that may clear up on its own, plus with strengthening exercises.

Good luck.

Answer 2

You should check this Sciatica Natural Treatment
http://cure-sciatica.info

Normally, I would not answer a question like this as my expertise is generally in medication but I had severe sciatica while I was pregnant with my 3rd child (after having had twins) and I had sciatica so bad that I was finding it difficult to walk. I tried massage therapy and physical therapy and could not take medication
I went to the chiropractor and the pain was instantly relieved. My hips and lower back were out of alignment because I had carried twins the year before. On occasion a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) can also work but they usually only work on one joint at a time - the chiropractor will do your whole back which works faster. Anyone who does not believe in chiropractors will tell you they are quacks - don't listen.
I don't necessarily believe that chiropractors can cure things like diabetes but they can definitely relieve some types of back pain especially if a pinched nerve is involved which is usually the cause of sciatica. Try a reputable chiropractor ASAP!

Answer 3

You poor thing. I would see an ENT (Ears,Nose & Throat Dr.). Exercise is the best for your back unless you have a herniated disc. It sounds like you might since you are having the sciatica. I think you should try having an MRI and see what that reveals. All the luck to you :O)

Answer 4

You poor thing. I would see an ENT (Ears,Nose & Throat Dr.). Exercise is the best for your back unless you have a herniated disc. It sounds like you might since you are having the sciatica. I think you should try having an MRI and see what that reveals. All the luck to you :O)

Answer 5

You might have a TMJ or craniofacial muscle pathology. ENT is a good start as well as a dentist that is trained in TM dysfunction diagnosis. Check www.biojva.com for a dentist in your area.

Answer 6

You need an ENT. Ear Nose Throat.

Answer 7

Have you thought about seeing a chiropractor? That's where I would start. A good chiropractor would get you straightened out, and they are good about telling you when something is out of their area of practice and who you should see about it.

Answer 8

the specialist you want is an ENT (ear nose throat) specialist.