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What Causes Ear Congestion?
I have what seems like congested ears. They feel plugged and have impaired my hearing. Some days are worst than others. Not sure what to do. I hesitate to take decongestants because of an enlarged prostate and challenges with urinary functions. What do you recommend?
Wed, 28 Jun 2017
Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern.
Some advices that I can give to you are :
- try to physically open the eustachian tube by chewing gum, swallowing, yawning or by pinching your nose and then blowing your cheeks out with your mouth closed. You should feel a pop if the tube opens successfully.
-use decongestant such as pseudoephedrine to decrease inflammation of the eustachian tube.
-use steroid nasal sprays if it is caused by an allergy
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help, thanks!
Some advices that I can give to you are :
- try to physically open the eustachian tube by chewing gum, swallowing, yawning or by pinching your nose and then blowing your cheeks out with your mouth closed. You should feel a pop if the tube opens successfully.
-use decongestant such as pseudoephedrine to decrease inflammation of the eustachian tube.
-use steroid nasal sprays if it is caused by an allergy
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help, thanks!
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