I had a nasty cough and cold a few weeks ago that was pretty much on its way out when I started getting blocked ears and a headache on Thurs night. It was much worse by Fri (I was retching too) so I went to see the ANP, who said I have impacted ear wax and so it's likely to be post-viral symptoms exacerbated by the fact that my ears are blocked with wax. She recommended Otrex (said olive oil would be too gentle!) and ibuprofen. I haven't eaten a single thing since Thurs night as it feels like everything gets stuck in my throat and then comes back up, even water 😳 my ears are excruciating and I don't know what to do - would compresses (hot or cold) be likely to help?