Question 1

have a slight cold. tonight i held one nostril closed and blew to try and clear other nostril and had immediate ear pain on the clogged side. ?

Accepted Answer

Pressurized tube: With blowing your nostrils in this manner, the concern is that by doing so, you have opened up the Eustachian  tube and added air to the canal which opens up on the inside of your eardrum. This can not only be painful, but could result in bursting of your eardrum.
See a doctor who can evaluate your eardrum.

Question 2

ear pain and pressure in ear when blowing nose?

Accepted Answer

Ear pressure: May have fluid in ear from cold - antihistamines may help both ( i dont like sudafed-decongestants as they can cause heart issues and high blood pressure) which is why you are blowing your nose  or may actually already have ear infection and need antibiotic . follow up with doc.

Question 3

first ear pain, then coughing up and blowing nose green, now the back of my mouth hurts, especially the roof-other symptoms mostly gone, any clues?

Accepted Answer

Virus or Sinusitis: You have a virus or sinus infection. If your symptoms just started, you don't have any significant fever (less than 100 degrees fahrenheit ) and tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin makes your feel better, you might want to wait it out. If your symptoms worse, or you have fever, see your doctor. The ear pain could be an ear infection from the sinus problem, or just swelling. You have to see your doctor to find out.

Question 4

will i get bad ear pain on an airplane if i have a small  cold like only a stuffy nose? if yes, will chewing or yawning prevent it for sure?

Accepted Answer

Answers: Maybe, No: Any kind of sinus congestion could block the eustacian tubes, causing mild barotrauma (ear pain) to the tympanic membranes.  If you have a cold and absolutely must fly, a good trick would be to use some over the counter Afrin (oxymetazoline) just before boarding the plane.  This should prevent any problems.  Be sure to throw it away after boarding though because any more use will put you at risk for problems.

Question 5

blew nose too hard 2 nights ago. ear pain and stuffy feeling in one ear that night and yesterday. burning pain in that ear today. ruptured eardrum?

Accepted Answer

Good thought: Yes, it could happen, any primary care doctor can take a look and tell you the answer right away.

Question 6

hi. can i take non-drowsy allergy relief and nighttime cold and flu medicine at the same time? i have a runny nose, sneezing, cough, and ear pain.

Accepted Answer

Nighttime cold &amp; flu: medicine should be enough, most of them already contain an antihistamine in the ingredients, so no need to add a non-drowsy allergy medicine. Read the labels carefully, rest, fluids, salt water gargles and saline nasal washes, if no improvement soon, especially ear pain, see your doctor, also stop smoking if you are, and avoid being around smokers, best wishes

Question 7

so i had a guess a cold (stuffy nose and ear pain and sore throat) it went away and then a day later the throat came back. its scratchy and when i lay down i have i think a post nasal drip. i also have indigestion (burping a lot) whats the problem?

Accepted Answer

: I still think your body is fighting off a common cold viral infection that'll most likely last a week or so.  If you feel that your belching is gas buildup from indigestion, avoid gassy foods &amp; beverages.  Don't force yourself to belch as you'll only keep swallowing more air. Taking simethicone 1/2 hour after meals prevents gas buildup.

Question 8

sore throat, whitish furry tongue,runny nose, headaches, chills.basically symptoms of a cold..also have ear pain and a painful lump inside my ear?

Accepted Answer

Sore throat: You may have an adenovirus infection, but first have your doctor do a throat culture to rule out a strep throat

Question 9

sore throat off and on and hurts to swallow upon early hours.congestion, runny nose drainage, hoarse voice ear pain. hx 4 yrs of tinnitus and tmj. i'm getting popping and clicking in my ears and now even when i talk. could it be from this cold or etd?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. Some of your symptoms may be due dry air. Try using a humidifier in your bedroom. It would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 10

can a head cold cause ear pain on one side?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Congestion can: Prevent one ear from draining w ^pressure. Cold tips: for sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). * for congestion – saline nose drops or a neti pot. *for anti-inflammatory effect ; mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.**for hydration- lots of water. Try clear broth. * add honey ; a small amt. Of lemon juice to chamomile tea.

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Have a slight cold. tonight i held one nostril closed and blew to try and clear other nostril and had immediate ear pain on the clogged side. ?

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Ear pain and pressure in ear when blowing nose?

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First ear pain, then coughing up and blowing nose green, now the back of my mouth hurts, especially the roof-other symptoms mostly gone, any clues?

A member asked:

Will i get bad ear pain on an airplane if i have a small cold like only a stuffy nose? if yes, will chewing or yawning prevent it for sure?

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Blew nose too hard 2 nights ago. ear pain and stuffy feeling in one ear that night and yesterday. burning pain in that ear today. ruptured eardrum?

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Hi. can i take non-drowsy allergy relief and nighttime cold and flu medicine at the same time? i have a runny nose, sneezing, cough, and ear pain.

A member asked:

So i had a guess a cold (stuffy nose and ear pain and sore throat) it went away and then a day later the throat came back. its scratchy and when i lay down i have i think a post nasal drip. i also have indigestion (burping a lot) whats the problem?

A member asked:

Sore throat, whitish furry tongue,runny nose, headaches, chills.basically symptoms of a cold..also have ear pain and a painful lump inside my ear?

A member asked:

Sore throat off and on and hurts to swallow upon early hours.congestion, runny nose drainage, hoarse voice ear pain. hx 4 yrs of tinnitus and tmj. i'm getting popping and clicking in my ears and now even when i talk. could it be from this cold or etd?

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Can a head cold cause ear pain on one side?

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