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I have my left ear blocked since yesterday. I had cold from last 2 week. I didn't take any medicine. I did ear wax removal 3 years back... I am unable to hear anything. Pls advise solution. Does clear wax oil work??
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Clear wax oil works if there is wax! But your problem started after an attack of cold. So there can be a Eustachian tube block. Visit an ENT for further evaluation or treatment. You can try steam inhalation at home
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