My ears weren't congested, They even brought another Dr in tio check them, Just irritated forn the oxygen I guess. Yes I tried to relieve the pressure form the time he 1st turned on the oxygen a little at a time. To no avail. It's just one of the tougher things for me to get thru. I will make it tho.

Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here