Sometimes ears feel blocked from the inside. What is the best way to clear them?
A. Ears can be blocked due to a number of different causes. The external ear canal can be blocked with earwax or a small foreign object. Earwax is normal in the ear canal but sometimes it accumulates and completely blocks the canal. Foreign objects should never be put into the ear canal. These types of blocks can cause hearing difficulty and discomfort, and must be removed. Another type of blockage in the ear can occur in the middle ear, which is most often caused by an ear infection and fluid. In both cases it is important to see a doctor who will diagnose the problem and prescribe the correct treatment.
