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Ear Blockage

Clogged ear wax, sinus infections, pressure changes, swimmer's ear, water clogging, hunger, and the common cold are probable causes of ear blockage. Removing the ear wax, taking antimicrobials, doing Valsalva maneuver and steam bath or inhalation, and using ear drops may help unblock the ears.

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Are fertility medicines causing my left ear to be blocked?

Query: Hello doctor,My left ear feels full, like it is blocked since Wednesday night. There is no pain and liquid oozing out. I could hear some sound while trying to blow out with my nose and mouth closed but there is no relief. I also started taking fertility medicine like the tablet Progynova and the tab...  Read Full »


Dr. Ranjit Peter

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The reasons for the blocked ear could be either regular ear wax, or it may be related to a blocked eustachian tube, that is, the tube connecting the back of your nose to the ear. However, if you do have a running nose or a nose block, the chances are that you have a block...  Read Full »

Why is one of my ears blocked even after taking medications for my double ear infection?

Query: Hi doctor, I had a double ear infection and took a course of antibiotics. One ear remains blocked still. Is there anything else I can do? I use Flonase daily. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Ranjit Peter

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the details that you have shared, the possibility of eustachian tube dysfunction or obstruction needs to be ruled out. Your current medications suggest that you have allergic airways as well as acid reflux. Both these clinical conditions can contribute to yo...  Read Full »

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