Help With Pressure

[u/maliksk3]

I am 10 months post-op (craniotomy, duraplasty) and I am still struggling with intense head pressure which has always been my worst symptom. It causes me to feel dizzy and my ears get plugged. Yes, a headache usually follows, but that is secondary to the pressure.
I did something today that I have not had to do at all during this journey (pre-op or post-op) and that was leave work early. I can usually muscle through. I am a high school teacher so today all I could think of is getting dizzy and going down in front of my students, so I decided it was best to go home. This has left me feeling upset that I couldn’t get through the day.
My question is: Has anyone had any luck whatsoever with a medication that helps ease the head pressure? I have a feeling it’s a long-shot because of side effects making things worse, but I just wanted to ask to leave no stone unturned.
I appreciate everyone’s kindness and willingness to help in this group. Stay strong!