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Airlock feeling in ears

2017-07-21 09:46:08
I have this kind of sensation in my ears that there is air lock or mucus is moving... it all started when i had severe cough and cold./ my cough and cold is totally cured but that sensation still prevails. i tried closing my mouth and ears and blow via ears.
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You might be suffering condition known as eustachian tube dysfunction which usually occurs secondary to common cold. It usually persist for few days after cold subsides. This condition is self resolving and most of the times no treatment is required apart from valsalva maneuver.
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Consult nearby ENT specialist if symptoms persist even after a week

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