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How Can Ear Congestion And Pain Be Treated?

Hi, My ear wax usually builds up pretty fast, so I usually use this ear solution given by my doctor to melt the ear wax about once every two weeks. But the last time I did it, my left ear started to feel pain the day after. Did I do any damage to it by washing the wax out? The pain isn t constant but it feels slightly blocked and every time I burp or blow my nose it hurts.
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of ear congestion and pain which is due to ear infection due to earwax buildup and foreign body penetration in ear.

Need not to worry about it. I would suggest you to visit Otolaryngologist/ immediately and get evaluated and start treatment after proper examination. Get all the lab tests done and examination with otoscope. You should take antibiotic Ciprofloxacin along with Ibuprofen. You should put Otogesic ear drops 2-3 times a day. You should take proper rest. Try to avoid pricking it with any sharp object as it can leads to ear drum penetration and rupturing. You should avoid sleeping on this side.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How Can Ear Congestion And Pain Be Treated?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of ear congestion and pain which is due to ear infection due to earwax buildup and foreign body penetration in ear. Need not to worry about it. I would suggest you to visit Otolaryngologist/ immediately and get evaluated and start treatment after proper examination. Get all the lab tests done and examination with otoscope. You should take antibiotic Ciprofloxacin along with Ibuprofen. You should put Otogesic ear drops 2-3 times a day. You should take proper rest. Try to avoid pricking it with any sharp object as it can leads to ear drum penetration and rupturing. You should avoid sleeping on this side. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari