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How To Get Rid Of Ear Congestion?

My left ear feels congested ....sometimes feels like it is ready to crackle open from the congestion.....but seems to be blocked ....not sure what is or how to correct? Also I am 63 years old.....should I be cleaning them or is it done naturally by itself.....never had to clean via Q-tips ...or other rinsing.....they have always been OK...so should I start a cleaning or just have MD check always on my Annual check ups? Thank You
Wed, 25 Feb 2015
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Hi,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
I had gone through your question.
I can understand your concern.
This could be due to eistachian tube dysfunction.
This is a tiny tube which connects the nasopharynx with the inside ear.
You can get a ear check up during your annual check ups.

I recommend the following.
1) Oral decongestant like tablet levocetrizine with phenylephrine.
2) Oxymetazoline nasal drops. Don't use this drops for more than 6 days.
3) Valsalva's exercise: Keep your mouth and nose closed blow the air into your mouth. This will help in clearing the ear block.
Repeat this 6 to 7 times a day for a week.
You will be fine.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any questions, I am happy to help.
Wish you a good health and speedy recovery.
Regards,
Dr Paparaja S MBBS MS
Consultant ENT Surgeon
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How To Get Rid Of Ear Congestion?

Hi, Welcome to healthcare magic. I had gone through your question. I can understand your concern. This could be due to eistachian tube dysfunction. This is a tiny tube which connects the nasopharynx with the inside ear. You can get a ear check up during your annual check ups. I recommend the following. 1) Oral decongestant like tablet levocetrizine with phenylephrine. 2) Oxymetazoline nasal drops. Don t use this drops for more than 6 days. 3) Valsalva s exercise: Keep your mouth and nose closed blow the air into your mouth. This will help in clearing the ear block. Repeat this 6 to 7 times a day for a week. You will be fine. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any questions, I am happy to help. Wish you a good health and speedy recovery. Regards, Dr Paparaja S MBBS MS Consultant ENT Surgeon