1. my left ear pains when drinking cold drinks 2. one side of nose gets blocked most of the time during day and night?

Nasal stuffiness..: what side? If the left side, you might be having a malfunction of a tube that connects the nose to the ears. It helps to regulate the pressure in the middle ear to prevent fluid build up / infection etc. It might be accountable for the discomfort while drinking etc. Try steam inhalation and consult with an MD for medications to relieve the nasal obstruction. Take care. www.healthtap.com/dr-nnebe