When you have a cold, you may sometimes feel like your ears are blocked. This can sometimes be caused by earwax itself or other factors. Knowing what’s happening with your ears can help you feel comfortable.
When you have a cold, your sinuses which connect your ears to the back of your throat can become swollen and often filled with mucus. Therefore, when they get blocked, you may feel like your ears are full, your hearings muffled and even popping. The mucus and inflammation can cause a build up of earwax inside the ear canal. Coughing, sneezing, or even blowing your nose may move earwax deeper.
Some common solutions to help relieve blocked ears after a cold is simple things such as swallowing, yawning, or chewing gum to help open up your sinuses. A warm shower can also help loosen mucus which can make you feel better overall.
Knowing whether earwax is to blame following a cold can helps you take the right steps to relieve blocked ears and any related discomfort. If your ears remain blocked for more than a week after your cold, or if you experience pain or discharge from your ears then getting in touch with your healthcare professional is a wise decision. A professional can check for any built up earwax buildup or infection and offer the correct treatment.
Always be safe and avoid using anything inside your ears which can ultimately cause the blockage to become worse.
