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Ear block after severe cold and air trav

2017-11-05 10:17:42
I was having severe cold with cold for 3 days after which I travelled by air. Had heavy ear block during travel and attempted to remove the block by closing nose. Cold still persist lightly. I had a loss of balance in between and had a sort of head spinning, which was cyred after taking bed rest. Still feeling uneasy.
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You seem to be suffering from barotrauma the middle ear because of air travel during attacks of cold. Usually this condition resolves on its own within few days. You can use anti Histamine medicines for few days for faster recovery
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2017-11-08 02:11:29

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