Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD Key Takeaways Earwax buildup can cause crackling sounds in the ear. Swallowing, chewing, ...

An individual with ear fullness has a sensation of blockage in the ear. This can make hearing sound muffled, or a person may experience crackling or popping noises in the ear. Ear congestion may last ...

Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD The Frenzel maneuver can help equalize ear pressure after flying.Flying when you have a ...

A persistent clogged or muffled feeling in the ears can be frustrating—and sometimes even concerning. Kelly Trythall, PA-C, an ear, nose, and throat specialist at University of Utah Health, explains ...

So I've been fighting off this sinus thing for a couple of days now. But the symptoms just keep getting weirder. It started off with your typical sinus pain and headache, so I irrigated and it went ...

William Truswell, MD, FACS, operates his own cosmetic and reconstructive facial surgery practice. Dr. Truswell was the first in his area in Western Massachusetts to have an accredited private office ...

Most colds clear up in about 7-10 days, but a high fever, chest pain, or worsening symptoms could mean it’s getting worse. Other red flags include worsening congestion, facial pain, ear pressure, or ...

“Sudden temperature shifts create pressure changes in the environment, which the ear works to balance through the Eustachian tube — a tunnel connecting the middle ear to the back of the nose,” ...