Why does partial deafness occur when one has cold?

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Why does partial deafness occur when one has cold?

It has something to do with the physiology of hearing.

2007-09-15 21:09:47 · 2 answers · asked by poppkornguy 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine

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The Eustachian tubes drain mucus from the middle ear. Upper airway infections or allergies can cause the Eustachian tube to become swollen, trapping bacteria and causing ear infections. This causes temporary deafness.

2007-09-16 00:09:55 · answer #1 · answered by J.SWAMY I ఇ జ స్వామి 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋

Fluid accumulates in your eustachian tubes which causes muffled hearing. Try a decongestant.

2007-09-16 04:29:58 · answer #2 · answered by Susan M 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋