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A member asked:

I have a head cold and my ears are echoing. i have tried cold and flu tablets however they are not working.

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See an ENT doctor: Your symptoms are consistent with an upper respiratory viral infection involving the eustachian tube. This tube which ventilates the middle ear appears to be clogged with mucus. Often otc meds are not effective. I would recommend and ENT consultation if the symptoms have been present for more than 2-3 weeks.

Answered 10/8/2017

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