Beeanko 0 #1 October 19, 2011 I recently jumped for my second time in 6 years. Both during and immediately following the jump, I felt relatively normal physically. However, I was knowingly jumping with a cold (I now know that this was possibly a mistake). I have since developed serious hearing problems in one ear and occasional intense inner ear pain that is nothing like I have ever experienced before. The hearing loss is about a 50% reduction in my left ear, and the inner ear pain has only occurred three times, but has lasted for several hours each time. But the odd thing is that these symptoms didn't surface till about one week after the jump. So I guess my questions are: 1. Was skydiving likely the cause of these symptoms? 2. Should I seek medical attention? 3. If medical attention is not needed, how long can I expect these symptoms to last? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #2 October 19, 2011 1. Most likely it was the mistaken decision to jump while congested that contributed to your problem. 2. YES! 3. See 2.---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jhh166 0 #3 October 19, 2011 This is the last place you want to receive any medical direction. There are variables your doctor will be able to rule out just by visually assessing you. See your doctor Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #4 October 20, 2011 NEVER jump with a cold. Air pressure causes havoc with your sinuses when they are blocked and your ears get affected as well."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 52 #5 October 20, 2011 Quote This is the last place you want to receive any medical direction. There are variables your doctor will be able to rule out just by visually assessing you. See your doctor +1 Also, the longer you delay getting medical attention, the more likely long-lasting (possibly permanent) damage is. lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
