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Got a cold and my ears are blocked, it has been a week now and have tried decongestants and nasal sprays but hearing is muffled. what else can i do?

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Go to doctor: You can try a humidifier and do a netti-pot for your nostrils. However, you may be developing a sinus infection so go to your doctor to get checked out

Answered 5/24/2015

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