Hello dear,
The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to Upper
Respiratory Tract infection.
There is a connecting tract (known as Eustachian tube) between the
nasopharynx & middle ear through which infection can spread to ear.
Also obstruction to this Eustachian tube, secondary to an upper respiratory tract infection,
cold & congestion, can lead to ear pain/fluttering by causing un-equalisation of pressure between the nasopharynx & middle ear.
The management consists of:
1. Drinking of warm fluids.
2. Antihistamines to provide symptomatic relief.
3. Nasal decongestants to relieve ET tube obstruction.
4. Analgesics to take care of pain & fever(if any)
5. A course of antibiotics to prevent secondary bacterial infection.
So, it will be better to consult an
ENT specialist for proper clinical examination & start treatment as advised.
Meanwhile, avoid taking cold food & drinks, maintain adequate hydration & take soft, non-spicy foods.
Wish you good health & a speedy recovery.
Take care.