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Ear seems blocked

2017-06-24 04:04:00
I travelled by air 4-5 times in last 2 weeks and due to air pressure while going up or coming down, one of the ear seems blocked and creating irritation Pls suggest what to do household tricks also tried like yawning, chewing bubble gum etc
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Your Eustachian tube is dysfunctional. Generally corrects spontaneously. If persisting get it checked for other causes.
Next Steps
See an ENT specialist
Health Tips
Avoid blowing nose before assessment of the middle ear condition.

Answered2017-06-24 10:40:55

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