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Hi docs, would my ear pressure go away after my cold?

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A cold or upper...: Respiratory infection can cause fluid in the middle ear and or eustachian tube dysfunction. This is usually temporary but can last from very short term to several months.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 3/17/2014

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