Question 1

why does my ear feels like water is in it, but it is not? (my left ear feels clogged up)

Accepted Answer

Possibly...: Sometimes if there is excess cerumen (wax) in your external auditory canal, it can obstruct the ear canal muffling sound, and giving the sensation that your ear is "plugged" with water. The cerumen can also come into contact with your tympanic membrane (ear drum) which will sometimes cause a crackling or muffled sound which can be interpreted as "water in the ear".

Question 2

after i cleaned my ears out at home (hydrogen peroxide & water w/ a syringe) my left ear feels clogged. i tried the method where you plug your nose and blow/yawning/swallowing. my ear isnt hurting just feels clogged. should i try the syringe again?

Accepted Answer

: You can keep flushing the ear canal with warm water and peroxide.  Pieces of wax may float out.  After 2-4 cups of solution, try a warm shower and lie down.  Even after the plug is out, you may have the sensation for awhile.  if you have fever, pain, difficulty swallowing, please see your doctor and look for infection.

Question 3

my ear feels clogged i do have some pain, then when i open and close my mouth  everyone can hear the the crackling sound and it blowing my nose dose not help  also i do not have water in it. could it be an ear infection?

Accepted Answer

Hello. : Hello. You could have an infection or you might simply have congestion that is preventing your eustachian tube from draining fluids from your middle ear.  You might wish to try an oral decongestant. Afrin is also very effective. It is a nasal spray that helps reduce swelling. However, it should only be used up to twice a day for a maximum of 3 to 5 days.

Question 4

symptoms for about 5 days sneezing runny nose congestion sinus headaches clogged ears worse when sitting or laying symptoms nearly non existent when walking around covid neg already tried hot showers, allegra d &benadryl i can barely sleep what to do?

Accepted Answer

: Please schedule to be seen by your GP.

Question 5

can you advise me on flying with clogged ears tips?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: I am not sure what you mean by "clogged ear tips".  If you have middle ear fluid, then you should not fly because of potentially serious complications, such as bleeding into the ear, sudden deafness, and even a perforation.  You need a diagnosis before you fly.

Question 6

can allergies cause clogged ears?

Accepted Answer

Allergies Clog Ears: Allergies are a very common cause of clogged ears. The pressure behind the eardrums is kept normal by a tube that goes from the middle ear to the back of the nose. Allergies cause swelling in the back of the nose, swelling the opening to that tube closed, causing the ear pressure.

Question 7

clogged ears, can it be allergies?

Accepted Answer

Blocked ears: Ear- blocking does sometimes occur as part of a person's allergy symptoms, because the eustachian tubes can swell when there is allergic inflammation. Ears can also itch, along with nasal and eye itching. Itching is more specific to allergies than ear blocking, because ears can also block with colds or ear infections, or even external problems like wax buildup.

Question 8

does amoxicillin helps clogged ears?

Accepted Answer

If: You have a bacterial infection that is sensitive to the abx, yes, but you may need help with drainage. See md.

Question 9

can tmj cause clogged ears when eating?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: I would suggest having someone check your ears and if there is no problem see someone who can diagnose and treat TMJ problems.

Question 10

is it safe to fly when suffering from clogged ears caused by a cold?

Accepted Answer

Safe, but painful..: I wouldn't necessarily cancel a flight if you have a cold, but because of the pressure change, you might have some pain in the ear.  I recommend to my patients taking some sudafed and Ibuprofen about an hour before the flight, and if it's a long flight, also about an hour before landing.  If the pain gets really bad, have a doc check it out after a day or two.  Happy flying!

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Why does my ear feels like water is in it, but it is not? (my left ear feels clogged up)

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After i cleaned my ears out at home (hydrogen peroxide & water w/ a syringe) my left ear feels clogged. i tried the method where you plug your nose and blow/yawning/swallowing. my ear isnt hurting just feels clogged. should i try the syringe again?

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My ear feels clogged i do have some pain, then when i open and close my mouth everyone can hear the the crackling sound and it blowing my nose dose not help also i do not have water in it. could it be an ear infection?

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Symptoms for about 5 days sneezing runny nose congestion sinus headaches clogged ears worse when sitting or laying symptoms nearly non existent when walking around covid neg already tried hot showers, allegra d &benadryl i can barely sleep what to do?

A member asked:

Can you advise me on flying with clogged ears tips?

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Can allergies cause clogged ears?

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Clogged ears, can it be allergies?

A member asked:

Does amoxicillin helps clogged ears?

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Can tmj cause clogged ears when eating?

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Is it safe to fly when suffering from clogged ears caused by a cold?

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