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What Should I Do As I Am Having Nasal Blockage, Chesty Cough And Ear Ache?
hi, I have a cold or something, my nose is blocked, throat sore and a have a chesty cough (green mucus) and last night I had really bad ear ache. When I woke up this morning the sound was distorted in one of my ears, I hear normally in my right ear and then hear an echoed version in my left so that everything, including myself, sounds robotic. It doesn't hurt any more but obviously I'd like to be able to hear... What should I do?
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Sat, 15 Mar 2014
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Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have nasal blockage, chesty cough and ear ache which could be due to sore throat , which can be caused by bacterial or viral infection. It could be due to Eustachian tube dysfunction. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order test like viral culture test , throat swab test and blood test to confirm the diagnosis and rule out causes like acid reflux. You should go for otoscopic examination of ear as well and start treatment after proper prescription. Doctor may prescribe anti bacterial ( amoxicillin) or anti viral ( acyclovir ) depending upon the diagnosis along with decongestants . For now continue doing gargles and drink one spoon of honey mix with glass of lukewarm water .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have nasal blockage, chesty cough and ear ache which could be due to sore throat , which can be caused by bacterial or viral infection. It could be due to Eustachian tube dysfunction. I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order test like viral culture test , throat swab test and blood test to confirm the diagnosis and rule out causes like acid reflux. You should go for otoscopic examination of ear as well and start treatment after proper prescription. Doctor may prescribe anti bacterial ( amoxicillin) or anti viral ( acyclovir ) depending upon the diagnosis along with decongestants . For now continue doing gargles and drink one spoon of honey mix with glass of lukewarm water .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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