Ear Health Guide: Unclogging, Pressure Relief & Ear Care

Persistent ear pressure or clogging can often be relieved through exercises, irrigation, or acupressure. Manage ear smells, drainage, and gauge related issues.

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How to Unplug Your Ears When You're Sick

Plugged ears may occur as a result of colds, infections or allergies. This symptom is related to fluid buildup in your eustachian tubes -- the tubes that connect your middle ear with the back of your nose and upper throat.

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How Do I Unclog My Ears?

A clogged or blocked feeling in the ears is generally caused by a blockage of the eustachian tubes. The eustachian tubes connect the upper throat and back of the nose with the middle ear. They function to equalize the pressure in the middle ear with the air pressure outside of the ear.

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