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Cold and cough
I've been having runny nose and sore throat for past 4-5 days. Today I feel like my ears are blocked. No fever. Sore throat was also there initially.
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
You might be suffering from viral upper respiratory tract infection which is a common type of throat and nose infection in this season. You may need to take antibiotics, anti cold medicines and decongestant nasal drops for few days for faster recovery. Usually it causes eustachian tube dysfunction causing blocking sensation in ear
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required
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