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My ears are blocked due to a cold what should i do?

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Time: You have a viral infection involving the back of the nose and Eustachian tube. Try an oral decongestant and an OTC nasal spray (only for three days). Please do not take an antibiotic. If the symptoms persist for more than 3 weeks, see an ENT doctor. The problem should resolve in about 2-3 weeks.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 1/23/2015

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