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Ears got blocked

2020-01-28 16:29:16
Hello Team, Since last 3 days i am suffering from cough and cold. Today my ears got blocked and i thought it would be for few minutes but it's lasted for hours. How to get rid of it?
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Try to do steam inhalation , don't suck in your nasal secretion , if it's getting worse please visit a ent doctor.
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no ear buds

Answered2020-01-29 10:24:13

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Please consult for medicines

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