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What Causes Plugged Ear In A Child?
My 8 year old is complaining of her ear being plugged but says it does not hurt. She can pop her ear but it comes back. Does she need to see a doctor? She does not have a fever and does not act like someone who is sick. She had recently had a cold and still has a stuffy nose.
Tue, 14 Apr 2020
Hi,
It is common to have that plugging sensation after a cold. This occur because of eustachian tube dysfunction from mucosal edema. For such cases I used to give antihistamine like levocetirizine 2.5mg at night, along with a nasal decongestant for 5 days. Also, frequent swallowing(chewing gum helps) valsalva maneuver (may be difficult for a child) are helpful.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
It is common to have that plugging sensation after a cold. This occur because of eustachian tube dysfunction from mucosal edema. For such cases I used to give antihistamine like levocetirizine 2.5mg at night, along with a nasal decongestant for 5 days. Also, frequent swallowing(chewing gum helps) valsalva maneuver (may be difficult for a child) are helpful.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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