New Video on What Causes Ear Clogging from Ear Infection or Eustachian Tube Dysfunction

A new video has been uploaded to YouTube that explains the mystery behind ear clogging and why ear popping helps. Also explained is why it may become difficult if not impossible to pop a clogged ear, especially after an ear infection as well as how this situation can be corrected. Ear conditions demonstrated in this video include: • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction • Ear Infection • Ear Tube Placement

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How Can Nasal Obstruction CAUSE Clogged Ears?

It is not uncommon that patients who suffer from a clogged nose also develop  clogged ears . Why??? There are 2 major and 1 minor reasons. First a little anatomy lesson. In the back of the nose, there is an opening that leads into a tunnel (eustachian tube) that goes up into the ear. When the ears get clogged, a person can get the pressure out by " popping the ears ." This can be accomplished by yawn, swallow, or trying to blow out the nose that is pinched shut. When the ea…

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Video of Eustachian Tube Popping Open with Valsalva

Ever wonder what the eustachian tube looks like when the ear pops open with valsalva maneuver? Valsalva is accomplished by trying to blow air out a nose that is pinched closed. The eustachian tube is a tunnel that goes from the back of the nose to the ear. Well, here you go! Video provided courtesy of Dr. Vijay Anand . Watch this video to see where this eustachian tube is exactly located. Read more about ear popping and when one is NOT able to pop the ears, a condition called eu…

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Video on Ear Clogging and What Happens When They Pop Open (or Don't)

A new video has been created describing anatomically how a person pops the ear open when it feels clogged or under pressure. Also explained is what happens anatomically when the clogged ear is very difficult if not impossible to pop open; a condition called eustachian tube dysfunction . Check the video out here ! Here's a video explaining what is happening more from an anatomical perspective: Here's another video showing how an ear infection may cause a clogged ear. …

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Flying and Ear Problems

In our office, we often see patients who have ear problems who are planning to fly. Here are a few facts to consider. 1) IF you can pop your ears easily, there shouldn't be a problem with flying. 2) IF you have a hole or a tube in your eardrum, there shouldn't be a problem with flying. 3) IF you have problems popping your ears and your flight is not for a few weeks to months, read this webpage and follow the suggestions mentioned. You can watch a video as well. 4) IF you are g…

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