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Why Do My Ears Feel Clogged, And My Breathing Become Harder After Eating Ice Cream?

My ears feel clogged as soon as I start eating ice cream. Sometimes I have a slightly harder time breathing after eating like my throat isnt fully open and I usually have a harder time breathing through my nose What could be causing this? I ve never had any allergies to anything including food or dairy growing up, but I m not sure if that s changed?
posted on Fri, 10 May 2024
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Hello,

Your symptoms may be indicative of a food allergy even if you never had allergies before, histamine sensitivity to certain foods, sinusitis or eustachian tube dysfunction that has not been detected.

Some people develop IgG (non-IgE) food sensitivities in the course of time. Eustachian tube issues (common in allergy-prone or sinus-sensitive people), and cold foods may trigger temporary swelling or pressure changes, thus causing symptoms like clogged ears, etc. Get clinically examined by an ENT. Post-nasal drip, increased mucus production, or airway irritation can be due to dairy sensitivity. See an allergist if symptoms recur or worsen.

Hope I have answered your question. Take care.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K.
General & Family Physician
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Why Do My Ears Feel Clogged, And My Breathing Become Harder After Eating Ice Cream?

Hello, Your symptoms may be indicative of a food allergy even if you never had allergies before, histamine sensitivity to certain foods, sinusitis or eustachian tube dysfunction that has not been detected. Some people develop IgG (non-IgE) food sensitivities in the course of time. Eustachian tube issues (common in allergy-prone or sinus-sensitive people), and cold foods may trigger temporary swelling or pressure changes, thus causing symptoms like clogged ears, etc. Get clinically examined by an ENT. Post-nasal drip, increased mucus production, or airway irritation can be due to dairy sensitivity. See an allergist if symptoms recur or worsen. Hope I have answered your question. Take care. Regards, Dr. Nupur K. General & Family Physician