Force majeure situations have occurred in the life of each of us when you suddenly feel that your ears are full. For the most part, this happens unexpectedly and always causes discomfort. In any place: in the workplace, on an airplane, on a walk, at home - this malaise can overtake us. In a painful condition, almost complete deafness is added to the general nasal congestion, which is very unpleasant. The problem must be solved quickly, otherwise it threatens with complications.
What to do if you have stuffed your ears while flying?
In airplanes, the human body undergoes overload, so this malaise is considered the norm under such conditions. When starting or landing, flying at altitude, the pressure changes dramatically. Sudden changes badly affect the eardrum, inhibiting them, so there is a stuffiness in the ears.
In order for the discomfort to disappear, it is necessary to swallow saliva well and massage the temporal zone. Massage should be done in the area located between the temple itself and the ear cartilage. Preventively, when you start the aircraft, you should open your mouth. In this case, the pressure is simply redistributed, and the ears will be less stressed.
What to do if you put your ears in the shower?
The reason most likely lies in the water. She just fell into her ear, blocking access to the eardrum. You can get rid of water in the ear by the old "grandfather" method. To do this, you just need to jump on one leg, putting your hand to the inaudible side. In addition, you can get rid of water in the ear using a cotton pad or cosmetic stick or tilting your head to the side.
Most importantly, do not put hard objects in your ear. With one careless movement, you can damage not only delicate skin, but also the membrane itself. After a couple of hours, unpleasant manifestations should go away on their own. Therefore, there is no particular reason for concern.
What to do if ears are blocked due to illness?
The congestion of the ears characterizes mainly viral infections. In this case, it is doubly unpleasant: you need to fight not only with the common cold, but also with the ear plug. Cases have been recorded when in many people the disease “comes out with the ear”, that is, it simply ends with congestion or otitis media. With this arrangement, special attention must be paid to the means to eliminate this ailment. When the ears are stuffed, you will need potassium permanganate, soda, hydrogen peroxide, ear candles.
How to use soda and potassium permanganate?
Soda must first be dissolved in warm water and a few drops are instilled into the ear. Soda will soften the ear plug. Water should be taken at room temperature to avoid skin burns in the ear.
Potassium permanganate should be dissolved in water, before staining the latter in a slightly pinkish color. Then, using a syringe without a needle, you need to draw this water and direct it with a sharp stream into the ear. The procedure will not cause pain, because sensitive skin is located behind the cork. It will take one to three sessions to eliminate ear congestion.
In pharmacies you can buy ear candles. The use and dosage method is described in the instructions attached to them. The goal is the same: it is necessary to soften the cork and gently remove it without damaging the ear.
If your ears are blocked, then you can use hydrogen peroxide. To do this, a few drops should be instilled into the ear. After a couple of sessions, the cork will soften or dissolve. It can be removed with the help of water pressure. Hydrogen peroxide also has disinfecting properties.
If you have stuffy ears, and the above methods do not give a result, then you should immediately consult an otorhinolaryngologist. The congestion of the ears may indicate dysfunction of the internal organs and the development of a disease.