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Ear blockage

2023-01-16 15:30:21
My ear got blocked a few hours ago. It's not opening at all. I feel so uncomfortable. And my head feels heavy. How should I open my ear? I tried ear buds, but they are of no use.
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Ear block can be due to various causes,wax or debris in the canal or in the middle ear ( behind ear drum) .Do you have any nasal block, runny nose?
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ENT consultation,if no wax ,need to take audiology tests
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don't put buds,if any nasal congestion,take steam inhalation.

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Good evening! Aural fullness can be due to simple wax to many conditions! As of in your situation it can be ear wax or eustachian tube catarah Kindly visit nearby ENT surgeon for further management
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Avoid usage of ear buds or q tips take care thank you

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The problem is at the other end of your ears which opens into your throat. That has got blocked. Please come down to Bangalore and meet me.

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U need to consult in person and get your audiometry tests done to find out the exact cause and treat accordingly. Ear bud donot help in any condition, thr use is not recommended.

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Do you have cold?
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steam inhalation shd help u

Answered2023-01-16 15:56:33

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Good evening Are having caugh cold dont ear buds
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steam inhalation 3 times a day if it is not open than take online consultation
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dont panic

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