Cold And Ears Plugged Official

This is the classic way to "pop" your ears. Pinch your nose, close your mouth, and try to blow air through your nose. Be careful—blowing too hard can damage your eardrum or push bacteria into the ear canal. 2. Steam and Humidity

The sensation of "plugged" ears during a cold is typically caused by . This occurs when the small tubes connecting your middle ear to your throat become inflamed or blocked by excess mucus. This blockage prevents the ear from equalizing pressure and draining fluid, resulting in muffled hearing, a feeling of fullness, or mild discomfort. Common Remedies & Relief cold and ears plugged