Get Relieve From Ear Pressure And Congestion

Ear congestion, also known as ear pressure, refers to a feeling of fullness or stuffiness in the ears, caused by various factors. Most people suffer from ear pressure at some point or the other, especially when traveling by flight. Ear pressure could be caused by the build up of fluid or air in the Eustachian tubes. In most cases, ear congestions last for a short time and do not really cause any pain. However, at times ear congestion could be accompanied by symptoms such as popping sounds, muffled hearing and crackling noises. Several people use home remedies to relieve ear pressure and to alleviate the symptoms. Given below are some of the most common ways to relieve ear congestion as well as the various uncomfortable symptoms that may accompany it:

Tips To Relieve The Pressure

• Applying pressure: Inhale deeply, close your mouth and plug your nostrils, using your fingers. Then exhale lightly, to increase the buildup of pressure in your ears. Your ears should pop when the Eustachian tubes open up.

• Chewing Gum: Stimulate your jaw either by chewing on gum or sucking on a piece of candy to open up the Eustachian tubes.

• Heat: Pour boiling hot water on a few folded paper towels that are placed at the bottom of small cups. Then place the cup over your ear, so that the heat from the towel forces the ears to open up, which helps to relieve ear pressure.


• Humidifiers: Ear congestions are often a result of nasal congestions and chest colds. Therefore, it is possible to relieve ear congestion by running a humidifier or a vaporizer in your room, at night.

• Olive oil: Take two cotton balls and soak them in olive oil for a few minutes. Once the cotton balls are sufficiently soaked, place one in each ear and let them stay there for at least 15 minutes, to relieve ear fullness faster.

• Sleeping upright: In case the ear pressure has been caused by sinusitis, it is best to sleep in an upright position, by adding a few pillows to your bed.

• Yawning: This simple activity is one of the best ways to relieve ear pressure, since it stimulates the Eustachian tubes. However, you may need to yawn at least three to four times in one go, for this to be effective.

There are several pain relievers and medicines that could also help to relieve ear pressure. In case the remedies do not relieve ear fullness even after a couple of days, it may be best to visit an ear specialist.