hi, i was wondering if anyone could help. i am 16 years old and every time after a cold, my ears pop and i can seem to hear everything a bit too loud. i can hear myself breathing and my voice sounds very different. last time it didnt go away for around 2 months!
any suggestions to make it stop or what to do about it??
thanks
2006-10-18 01:23:24 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Respiratory Diseases
Sounds like a sinus problem. Nose, mouth and ears are all connected.
I know somebody who lost their sense of smell for over a year after a cold. Best see a Doctor.
2006-10-18 01:39:02 · answer #1 · answered by 13caesars 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is possibly because you've also had an ear infection, or the tubes that link your nose/throat and ears have become blocked. Also the fluids in your head can increase the pressure, which makes ears pop.
If it's painful or you've lost some of your hearing for any amount of time, you should get it checked out by a doctor, they'll be able to tell you if you've got an infection, irritation etc and they can prescribe antibiotics if you need them.
2006-10-18 01:27:41 · answer #2 · answered by littlearfer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are having trouble hearing after having a cold it most likely has to do with sinus blockage or drainage.
Sinus Blockage or drainage occurs in the mucas membranes which are conecting your nose, ear and throat. This blockage or drainage can create pressure that builds up behind the ears. When you body tries to equalize the pressure build up your ears feel like they are stuffed up.
You may experience them popping as they try to equalize pressure. Swallowing or chewing gum can help. Also try cough drops.
During a cold lymph node in the neck can become inflamed.
2006-10-18 06:40:19 · answer #3 · answered by pegasis 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Everything is connected so like me you probably get an ear infection every time you get a cold. you could go to the doctors and they will give you antibiotics. when i get a cold i tend to put cotton wool in my ears, apparently it keeps them warm thus lowering the chance of ear infection. you could also hold your nose and try to sniff, this should release the pressure in your ears (that is what makes it sound as though you are listening to everything through water!!)
2006-10-18 01:34:15 · answer #4 · answered by alex_rccrd 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't you hate when you are looking for an answer and someone like Stevie produces a book instead of just getting to the point nearly fell asleep half way through his answer. sorry i digress go and see your doctor he will put your mind at rest a lot of people get ear problems after a cold or flu, don't let it go on any longer, all the best.
2006-10-19 00:58:14 · answer #5 · answered by idhard2find&looking 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds to me like you possibly have an ear infection or if you are like me you could have a heavy wax buildup in your ears that needs to be flushed out. If you swim you also could have what is called swimmers ear where water gets trapped in the ear canal.
2006-10-18 01:31:52 · answer #6 · answered by froggyfred3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably still have an ear infection. Go to the Dr.. he'll give you some drops.
2006-10-19 16:24:59 · answer #7 · answered by eeeeeeeeclipse 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
basically ur anatomy is interconnected in which i mean ur ears,nose and throat r all linked u may have a cold which affects ur sinuses which inturn can affect ur hearin it's all part an parcel of the cold nothin else lol
2006-10-18 12:46:21 · answer #8 · answered by katie b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its congestion the ears nose and throat are all connected inhale some menthol crystals that will help to clear your head
2006-10-22 01:16:00 · answer #9 · answered by scott j 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
congestion. your nose, ears, and throat are all part of the same system.
use salt water down your nose and blow it.
2006-10-18 01:32:24 · answer #10 · answered by dansza 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋