I'm having an issue where my ear gets blocked every time I turn on the AC at night. I'm thinking about using cotton plugs to prevent this blockage temporarily. What could be causing this problem and is using cotton plugs a good idea? Would love some advice on how to deal with this.

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I'm feeling really confused right now. I went to see an ear doctor, and they said my ear drum is swollen. On top of that, I'm also dealing with acid reflux. Can someone explain what's going on? I'm really worried and need some help.

Acid reflux disease could cause ear effusion,get treated for acid reflux disease and practice valsalva manoeuvre ear problem would come down on its own.

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I'm hearing these weird sizzling sounds in my throat, it's almost like a slow sizzle or maybe like water trickling really slowly. I've done all the tests, even for covid, and they all came back negative. I also feel like I need to cough, but I never actually do. What's going on? Can you help me figure this out?

That could be post nasal drip, visit ENT doctor to rule out any signs of DNS or Sinusitis.

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I'm really worried about my 7-month-old baby girl. She's been having some ear pain, and I'm not sure what to do. Should I give her otek ac or wikoryl, or do I need to use both? Would love some guidance on this!

Do not worry, visit you ENT doctor for evaluation and appropriate treatment.

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