Why does the ear nerve hurt intermittently?

Our ears are used to listen to the outside world and are a way for us to understand external things. Therefore, it goes without saying that the role of ears in our human body is very important. In fact, our ears are a relatively fragile organ with many neurons. Bad living habits may damage them. Intermittent pain in the ear nerves is a common phenomenon. So what is going on?

In this case, it may be necessary to consider that the pain is caused by vasospasm rather than nerve pain. Suggestions: It is recommended to try taking "Sibelium" under the guidance of a doctor, and if necessary, a transcranial Doppler examination to rule out cerebrovascular disease.

There are trigeminal nerve, facial nerve, greater auricular nerve, etc. at the base of the ear. Pain at the base of the ear may be caused by damage to the above nerves. If the trigeminal nerve is damaged, there will generally be pain like a knife cutting or burning sensation. If it is facial nerve, it may be accompanied by facial paralysis. If it is ear neuralgia, it may also be accompanied by hemiplegic headache. At the same time, dental diseases can also cause ear discomfort. You can also check whether there are other discomforts to see which area is lesioned.

How to massage the ears:

1. Beat the Heavenly Drum: Place both palms tightly against the ears, cover the ear holes with the palms, and secure them with the thumb and little finger. Use the remaining three fingers together or alternately to knock on the occipital area behind the head, namely the Naohou, Fengfu, and Yamen acupoints. A "dong dong" sound will sound in the ears like beating a drum. This method has the effect of refreshing the mind, calming dizziness and improving hearing. It not only maintains health, but also has a good effect on tinnitus, dizziness, insomnia, headache, neurasthenia and other diseases.

2. Lift the tragus: Place the fingers of both hands together on the inside of the tragus, then use your index finger and thumb to lift the tragus from the inside to the outside. The technique should be from light to heavy, and the pulling force should be limited to a level that does not cause pain. 3 to 5 minutes each time. This method of ear massage can effectively treat headaches, dizziness, neurasthenia, tinnitus and other diseases.

3. Pull both ears: straighten both index fingers, insert them into the two ear holes respectively, rotate 180 degrees, repeat 3 times, and then pull them out immediately. You will hear a "popping" sound in the ears. Generally, pull them out 3 to 6 times. This health-preserving method of ear massage can make hearing more sensitive and has the effect of strengthening the brain. It has certain therapeutic effects on diseases such as neurasthenia and forgetfulness.

4. Push behind the ears: Place the middle fingers of both hands behind the ears, and push and rub back and forth along the Yifeng, Jimai, back of the auricle, and up and down the Luxi for 20 to 30 times each until the local skin becomes warm. This method has the effect of nourishing the kidneys and liver and lowering blood pressure.

5. Massage the earlobe: Make fists with both hands, and use the thumb and index finger to push and rub the earlobe up and down until the earlobe becomes engorged and hot. This method can strengthen the brain, strengthen the kidneys, improve hearing and eyesight. It can prevent and treat diseases such as impotence, frequent urination, constipation, low back pain, cervical spondylosis, palpitations, chest tightness, headaches, and dizziness.

6. Massage the entire ear: After rubbing your palms together until they are warm, massage the ventral surface (the front of the ear) backwards, then massage the back surface forwards repeatedly. Repeat this massage 5 to 6 times. This method can dredge the meridians and has a health-care effect on the kidneys and internal organs throughout the body. According to traditional Chinese medicine, the kidneys store essence and their orifices are the ears.