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Ear blocked

2020-04-16 14:06:08
My right ear is blocked there is no pain how can I unblock I am using softening wax ear drops pls advise
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If you have complaint of cold or blocked nose then take steam inhalation,  and decongestants.  If you have only complaint of blocked ear then continue with same wax sftenung drops 3 to 4 times a day and geat it remived by nearby ENT specialist....
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avoid ear buds.

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Keep using the drops for 2-3wks, don't clean. It may automatically get cleared

Answered2020-04-16 14:21:39

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Keep using drops
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keep using same drops. if still blocked syringing to be done after 7 days
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do not use ear buds

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