Karel

In my case, my left ear is hurting plus my left part of my face. I cannot do anything when this pain occurs. I try to be strong but everyday is challenge oh Gosh.

I try to avoid wearing earplugs because I've read in several places that that can actually make the ears more sensitive. But my ear hurts so often, I think maybe it's time I start doing that too, yeah..

As for not letting it affect my life... I don't really have a choice. I'm in my late thirties, I live alone, and T&H are not a a valid reason for disability leave here. I'll have to keep going out to work, the supermarket, and other places... I don't really see an alternative. If some day my condition gets so bad that that's impossible, I don't know what I'll do anymore.