Do your ears feel blocked or have a full sensation ?
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Your sinuses and your ears are connected inside your head and for some people , sinus issues may lead to their ears feeling blocked . Sinus congestion can affect the pressure in your middle ear and cause a blockage or feeling a full sensation .
This sensation can occur when the eustachian tube is not functioning well or it becomes obstructed . The eustachian tube is a small channel that connects the middle ear to the nose and sinuses . This tube equalises the pressure in your middle ear behind the ear drum .
There are tests used to check that the pressure behind your eardrum is equal to the pressure in the atmosphere , outside of your ear . This test is called tympanometry . When this measurement shows that the pressure in the ear is too positive or too negative , this can be a sign that the eustachian tube is not working , or is blocked . When this tube is not functioning well , you may experience fullness or pressure in your head . What causes blocked ears ? Our ears can feel blocked for several reasons such as , an ear wax excess , fluid build-up behind the eardrum , something stuck in the ear such as a cotton-bud or tip
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of an earphone , or a sudden hearing loss .
Unfortunately , when people experience blocked ears , they often have a ‘ wait and see ’ approach to see if the ears unblock themselves . It is very important that the cause is investigated immediately and not left to ‘ fix itself ’. Hearing care providers such as audiometrists and audiologists can complete several tests on your ears to identify what is causing your symptoms . It is also a good idea to see your GP if you are experiencing fever or cold and flu with your ear-related symptoms .
Blocked eustachian tubes can be caused by allergies , sinus infections or swelling from a recent cold . These things can cause fluid to collect in the middle ear . The pressure and fluid can cause pain in the ears or head . You may also experience muffled hearing , ear pain , ringing or popping noises in the ears as well as dizziness .
This sensation of blocked ears can also be very common in children . This is because their eustachian tubes are shorter , narrower , and more horizontal compared to adults . When this tube is more horizontal , it is easier for fluid to build up and become blocked . Flying NSW is currently opening back up and soon we will be able to fly again ! Whether that be in Sydney , interstate or even overseas . With the potential of
WHAT TO DO IF YOUR EARS ARE BLOCKED
If your ears are feeling blocked , it is important to see a local hearing care provider , such as Ear Studio . At Ear Studio , we can complete several tests to identify what is causing the blocked sensation in your ears . If Eustachian tube dysfunction is the cause of the blocked feeling you are experiencing , a nasal decongestant or nasal spray is often recommended . At Ear Studio , we can test your hearing , remove ear wax build-up , or refer you to the right specialists to get you on the path to clearing the blocked feeling from your ears ! Call us on ( 02 ) 9159 6122 or visit our website www . earstudio . com . au to make an appointment today .
flying again , it is very important that blocked ears are managed before boarding a plane . When you fly the pressure changes rapidly in the cabin , especially in descent . This puts stress on the eardrum , particularly if the middle ear does not equalise appropriately . Flying with blocked ears can be very uncomfortable or painful . When there is continual or increased pressure on
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the eardrum , it can burst and potentially cause a permanent hearing loss .
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