16/07/2026
Feeling like your ears are blocked after a cold?
A lingering cold can affect more than just your nose and throat. Mucus build-up, sinus and nasal congestion, and inflammation can interfere with pressure balance in the ears, leading to a blocked sensation, muffled hearing, or temporary hearing changes.
Common reasons include:
* Mucus build-up
* Sinus and nasal congestion
* Swelling of the ear passages
* Temporary hearing changes caused by pressure imbalance
Don't let a blocked ear block your day, While these symptoms are often temporary, persistent ear blockage, discomfort, or hearing difficulties shouldn't be ignored. Early evaluation can help identify the cause and ensure appropriate treatment.
book your check-up today.
Dr. George Kuruvilla ThamarappallyFellowship
_MBBS, MS (ENT–Otorhinolaryngology), FRCS (Glasgow), in Paediatric Otorhinolaryngology (Canada)