So I Took My 13 Year Old Son to Get His Physical Done for School.

TMJ can cause dizziness and hearing loss so it could be behind the symptoms he's been having for several months.

https://www.emedicinehealth.com/temporomandibular_joint_t...

I don't have TMJ but saw a dentist specializing it in. I wear a bite plate.

Does he get headaches or migraines? You can from TMJ. If so, lightheadedness can be associated with it. Does he feel nauseous?

Why does he have hearing loss from TMJ? I am confused by that. Can you explain?

Have you mentioned it to his doctor? I'd be getting some blood work done too - could be anemic, sugars, just to be on safe side.

*Jus to add to what Kristen wrote:
My kids had some hearing loss from fluid in ear (needed tubes), and also affected balance for one child. The hearing loss was corrected/reversed to some extent with tubes. It was more that sounds were muffled.

Vertigo can be related to inner ear fluid. Vertigo can produce a feeling of imbalance/feeling dizzy. Not sure if that helps.

F.

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Your son has been complaining about being lightheaded for 2 months and you JUST took him in to the doctor?! WOW!! I can understand a day or two - but months? No.

Your audiologist and a Otolaryngologists (ENT specialists) can help you with his hearing and TMJ.

be a terrific question for a medical professional like your doctor, wouldn't it?
khairete
S.

You waited 2 months to take your child to the Dr! Good grief! Neglect much?

I have TMJ and it effects everyone differently.

You should be seeing the Dr and Dentist. Now . Why let your child suffer 2 months. Geesh

Yes, it can. Be sure to include the child's dentist in the discussions as a lot of TMJ treatment can include a dental guard worn at night. You'll want the pediatrician and the dentist communicate, and possibly the ENT as well.

Oh yes TMJ can cause dizziness, lightheaded , headaches, jaw and face pain. I have issues with mine and it's painful. the only thing I have found to help mine is going to the chiropractor and having her adjust it and put it back in place.

Hi, first I apologize for the utter rudeness of some of the comments you recieved. People are quick to judge and point a finger! He has had light headedness for 2 months, but no one knows if you have taken him to a doctor other than what you specified, nor how often he felt ill! ..ok just had to say that! Moms have the hardest job in the world and having judgements thrown at them is harsh!
Ok to address your concern, when I first read your question, I wondered if he could have an inner ear infection or fluid? That can certainly cause hearing loss as well as feeling light headed. Has he had any pain in his jaw or ear? One sided headaches( affected side of TMJ), loss of balance at all? You took him in for a physical exam, so I assume the doc checked his ears and would see an infection. ENT is a great start to solve the mystery. Possibly a mouth guard like some moms have suggested too.
Wish you and your son the best, and hope you find relief for him soon! Stay strong mama!

K.

If you rule out TJM, go back to your pediatrician. My daughter has been suffering with dizziness for over a year and we have seen a bunch of specialists. Most think it's POTS, but won't confirm. We were finally given the name of a pediatric cardiologist the specializes in POTS, but of course it takes 2 months to get in. In the meantime we have been working with her doctor to help the symptoms.

In short, POTS usually starts in adolescence and these kids dehydrate super easy. You should ask the doctor to do an Orthostatic (not sure if I spelled it right) BP and Pulse. If the heart rate goes up a lot and the BP goes down, that is an indication that he is dehydrated.

And don't feel bad about waiting. There are so many good reasons that we wait on things like this that I am assuming you had one.

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If you rule out TJM, go back to your pediatrician. My daughter has been suffering with dizziness for over a year and we have seen a bunch of specialists. Most think it's POTS, but won't confirm. We were finally given the name of a pediatric cardiologist the specializes in POTS, but of course it takes 2 months to get in. In the meantime we have been working with her doctor to help the symptoms.

In short, POTS usually starts in adolescence and these kids dehydrate super easy. You should ask the doctor to do an Orthostatic (not sure if I spelled it right) BP and Pulse. If the heart rate goes up a lot and the BP goes down, that is an indication that he is dehydrated.

And don't feel bad about waiting. There are so many good reasons that we wait on things like this that I am assuming you had one.

I suggest he go into the deep end of a pool and clear his ears under water. This will release the pressure from the TMJ.