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    Why Does My Ear Feel Clogged? Causes and What to Do - Healthline

    • A clogged ear can be caused by wax, infection, altitude, or Eustachian tube dysfunction. Learn how to unclog your ear with home remedies or when to seek medical help.… See more

    Overview

    Your ear can get clogged from wax buildup or being at high elevation. In some cases, it can have a more serious cause.
    Even though a clogged ear may not cause pain or disc… See more

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    Causes of clogged ears

    1. Eustachian tube blockage
    Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) is one possible cause of a clogged ear. The Eustachian tube connects the middle ear to the throat. Fl… See more

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    Treatments for a clogged ear

    Dislodge trapped fluid
    If the cause is trapped fluid from the ear canal, you can insert your index finger into the affected ear and gently move your finger up an… See more

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    When should you see a doctor?

    See a doctor if you cannot unclog your ears with home remedies. If you have a buildup of wax, manual wax removal by an ear, nose, and throat doctor may be necessary.
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    Can a clogged ear cause pain?
    Even though a clogged ear may not cause pain or discomfort, muffled sounds and straining to hear can be a real nuisance. Your ear may unblock on its own within hours or days. But several home remedies and medications can provide fast relief. As you treat a clogged ear, it’s also helpful to identify possible causes of the blockage.
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    Overview
    Causes of clogged ears
    Treatments for a clogged ear
    When should you see a doctor?
    Can a clogged ear cause pain?
     
  1. If your ears are plugged, try swallowing, yawning or chewing sugar-free gum to open your eustachian tubes. If this doesn't work, take a deep breath and try to blow out of your nose gently while pinching your nostrils closed and keeping your mouth shut.

    Plugged ears: What is the remedy? - Mayo Clinic

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    11 Reasons Your Ears Feel Clogged, and What Can …

    May 13, 2024 · Have you ever had that uncomfortable feeling when your ear won't pop, and you’ve tried everything? You swallow and yawn repeatedly, but your hearing still feels muffled. The sensation of blocked or full ears is a common …