The forum discussion centers on the symptoms and potential causes of ear discomfort following a cold, particularly focusing on the possibility of an ear infection. Participants share personal experiences, emphasizing that pressure changes in the middle ear can occur when blowing the nose, which may lead to discomfort or unusual sounds in the ear. Key symptoms of ear infections include swelling, redness, drainage, and fever, but some users note that infections can occur without these symptoms. The consensus strongly advises consulting a doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
PREREQUISITESIndividuals experiencing ear discomfort after a cold, healthcare professionals, and anyone seeking to understand the implications of nasal pressure on ear health.
Yeah, me neither. I wonder why. I've been hit in the nose too many times, so that's not why not.moose said:Speaking of things I've never had
I've never had a nose bleed in my life...
).Physics_wiz said:I didn't read all the replies, but I had the same exact problem before. I went to the doctor and he said I had some ear infection or something from the cold I got. I had to take horrible shots for a week or something and it went away (this was in another country though so you might just get pills or something in the US
In any event, from now on, blow your nose as gently as possible. I think it's concievable a thing like this could do long term damage to your hearing. The fact you couldn't hear well for an hour is not good.moose said:If it was in another country, I think we all know the doctor just wanted money
I'll go to the doctor someday...soon
