Medically reviewed by Benjamin F. Asher, MD Key Takeaways Yawning, chewing gum, or swallowing can help unclog ears caused by minor pressure changes. Eustachian tube problems can make your ears feel ...

A persistent clogged or muffled feeling in the ears can be frustrating—and sometimes even concerning. Kelly Trythall, PA-C, an ear, nose, and throat specialist at University of Utah Health, explains ...

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Earwax is a natural substance that helps to keep the ear clean and healthy. The ear is designed to be self-cleaning, but some people are more prone to earwax buildup due to their ear canal shape. For ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My ears feel plugged up, similar to the effect of cabin pressure in a plane. I was referred to an ENT specialist. She performed several tests but could find nothing wrong. Allergy ...

Ear congestion can be relieved in a few different ways, including by flushing out your sinuses, taking allergy medication, or ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’ve lived the majority of my 72 years in great health, which I attribute to daily exercise and good nutrition. So, I was surprised when a mild bronchial infection left me with a ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: Three months ago, I caught a respiratory virus on a trip to South America. According to my ENT doctor, my ear canals are clear, and my sinus infection (if I, indeed, had one) is all ...

You may hear crackling or popping in your ear if you have a middle ear infection, an issue with your eustachian tube, or another condition affecting the jaw or ear. Treatment depends on the specific ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My ears feel plugged up, similar to the effect of cabin pressure in a plane. I was referred to an ENT specialist. She performed several tests but could find nothing wrong. Allergy ...