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How Can Ear Congestion After A Septoplasty Be Treated?
I had a Septoplasty done on 8/29. About 4 days after I started having issues with my ears being clogged as if I have earplugs in. It can be one side or the other or both. I have seen my ENT twice since it began and he has told me it will go away and put me on a second round of antibiotics (just finished yesterday), but still no change. I get sharp pains near my ears at times, and mt Tinnitus is worse...
Wed, 25 Jul 2018
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-Try an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen to ease an earache.
-Try a decongestant .
-Over-the-counter tablets or nasal sprays can ease sinus blockage. That can relieve clogged ears.
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-Try an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen to ease an earache.
-Try a decongestant .
-Over-the-counter tablets or nasal sprays can ease sinus blockage. That can relieve clogged ears.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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