Thanks for sharing that. In my case, the issue hasn't been lifelong, it started more recently. It's likely related to sinus problems, as they've been inflamed. An ENT prescribed me Lincocin, so I'm hoping that helps clear things up. Sorry to hear yours has been a lifelong condition, that must be tough to manage day to day.

@dmoreci I've had the feeling of pressurized "clogged" ears and altitude and underwater sensitivity for 30 years since having pneumonia as a kid. Never had ear or sinus infections, but horrible allergies. It's always been one of those things that is annoying when I think about it or acts up, but never so bad it became the topic at a medical appointment. Instead, I often make weird yawing motions or plug my nose to relieve the pressure, it's like a tic. Gets worse for several weeks after each congestion connected illness. Googled for the first time in that 30 years and whaddya know, it's a thing! Who knows if I'll ever remember when I'm in front of my doctor, but I know more how to explain my experience!!