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How do i unblock my eustace ian tubes? i suffered a bad cold two weeks ago and its affected my hearing. feel fullness in my ear. hearing cracking sounds. taken all the decongestants. i still feel i have phlegm in my throat. can hardly hear?

Q: how do i unblock my eustace ian tubes? i suffered a bad cold two weeks ago and its affected my hearing. feel fullness in my ear. hearing cracking sounds. taken all the decongestants. i still feel i have phlegm in my throat. can hardly hear?

: They will clear over weeks naturally. Antihistamines and decongestants can thicken secretions and delay clearing. Patience is the best approach.

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They will clear over weeks naturally. Antihistamines and decongestants can thicken secretions and delay clearing. Patience is the best approach.

Answered 8/24/2022

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A member asked:

How do i unblock my eustace ian tubes? i suffered a bad cold two weeks ago and its affected my hearing. feel fullness in my ear. hearing cracking sounds. taken all the decongestants. i still feel i have phlegm in my throat. can hardly hear?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

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