Ear troubles. Much help appreciated :)?

Question

Hi there!

Ok, for a week now, I've been having a lot of ear trouble.

Last week, my right ear began to ache randomly. I didn't go swimming, listen to any loud music, or anything like that.

So now it's a week later, and today both ears are bothering me. They sort of feel blocked, and feels like there is a lot of pressure in them. Plus, I have a bad headache, and I think my ears are making me have a bad headache.

Along with that, I feel very nauseous, but oddly I don't have a fever.

If it doesn't go away, then I am planning to go to the doctor Monday.

Can you suggest some remedies that will hold me over till Monday?

Thank you!

Answer 1

Mineral Oil! Use a Q tip and bend your head sideways so it goes in there easier. It might feel weird, but it works very well for me.

Answer 2

DO NOT insert anything into your ear canal!

I had exactly the same problem a few months ago and I couldn't think of anything that could have caused it. I went to my doctor and he said it was just a build up of ear wax. I was prescribed ear drops and then had my ear syringed. The syringing doesn't hurt at all and you will notice the difference straight away.