Question 1

my ear feels like it has fluid in it?

Accepted Answer

It could.: Fluid may build up behind the typanic membrane (ear drum) with a middle ear infection or with congestion. An external ear infection can present with fluid in the external canal.

Question 2

my right ear feels like it's clogged with fluid and has been this way for a few days. are there any tips on how to fix this? why is this caused?

Accepted Answer

If not: impacted by cerumen then try OTC antihistamines (loratidine, cetirizine, fexofenadine) and pseudoephedrine..  If unsuccessful in relieving within a few days then have someone look in canals,

Question 3

have head cold for 5 days. my right ear feels like it is full of fluid. any way to help drain it?

Accepted Answer

Here are 2 options.: Try taking an oral decongestant. A product like afrin nasal spray can be very helpful (but can only be used short- term).

Question 4

what do i do about a jaw that keeps popping out almost. i have tmj.tonight, it made a cracking noise, now i have pain below ear there feels like fluid?

Accepted Answer

Highly variable.: It is likely to need surgical intervention. evaluation by an experienced dental surgeon with x rays would be needed. For pain in the short run, a mouth guard at night is often helpful BUT this is not a long term fix, doesnt deal with the specific anatomy in your case.

Question 5

i read that menier caused by an excess of fluid in the inner ear. i can make sound in my ear, feels like fluid/water with 'click' or 'crack' sound. ?

Accepted Answer

Diazyde: If you think you have meniere's disease, see your doctor as there is an inexpensive treatment. See this site for more information.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0001721/.

Question 6

drip in throat also switches and goes to ear and feels like fluid leaking  ?

Accepted Answer

Sinus condition: You symptoms are suggesting sinusitis with possible middle ear involvement through the Eustachian tube. Talk to your doc about your symptoms.

Question 7

iv a lump under my right ear. it feels like fluid. what could this be? i also have an ear infection. this lump came out yesterday. it's on my neck

Accepted Answer

Lump under ear: It is possible that this is a swollen lymph node. Cyst is also a possible cause.

Question 8

crawling sensation in the right ear and feels like fluid behind my ear.  have nausea and dizziness regularly.  been to gp and ent and now on serc 3wks?

Accepted Answer

Ear issue: If the ENT couldn't find anything wrong, need to check with dentist to see whether you have a jaw problem (grinding?).  A neurology consult may also be needed  to assess the dizziness as well.

Question 9

what does it mean when it feels like you have fluid in your ear ?

Accepted Answer

See below: It probably means you have fluid in the middle ear.  If it persists, see your doctor.

Question 10

what can cause my ear to feel like there is pressure or fluid in it?

Accepted Answer

Ear: Eustachian tube dysfunction, serous otitis media, barotrauma

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Ear feels like it has fluid in it

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My ear feels like it has fluid in it?

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My right ear feels like it's clogged with fluid and has been this way for a few days. are there any tips on how to fix this? why is this caused?

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Have head cold for 5 days. my right ear feels like it is full of fluid. any way to help drain it?

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What do i do about a jaw that keeps popping out almost. i have tmj.tonight, it made a cracking noise, now i have pain below ear there feels like fluid?

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I read that menier caused by an excess of fluid in the inner ear. i can make sound in my ear, feels like fluid/water with 'click' or 'crack' sound. ?

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Drip in throat also switches and goes to ear and feels like fluid leaking ?

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Iv a lump under my right ear. it feels like fluid. what could this be? i also have an ear infection. this lump came out yesterday. it's on my neck

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Crawling sensation in the right ear and feels like fluid behind my ear. have nausea and dizziness regularly. been to gp and ent and now on serc 3wks?

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What does it mean when it feels like you have fluid in your ear ?

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What can cause my ear to feel like there is pressure or fluid in it?

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