Blocked ears after sinus cold, are these symptoms normal?

[Kaylee19882024]

Hi, I recently did a post about having a cold then I got a sinus infection straight after, which left me with a blocked ear for 3 weeks, my ears still feel slightly bunged but I can hear a lot better now which is great, shows improvement, but my ears still crackle a lot especially when eat, drink, whenever I swallow I guess. Is this still normal? Anyone else had this will it just subside as it keeps slowly getting better?
Thanks

I would go see your GP. It might clear up but then again it might be an infection and need antibiotics. They should be able to tell.

This is the AIBU forum @Kaylee19882024 ?

https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/general_health

You probably have glue ear.

It will clear by itself but you can buy Otovent from the chemist. It involves trying to blow up a balloon with your nose! It's the only treatment for glue ear recommended under NHS NICE guidelines. Same effect from holding your nose and blowing down it, like when you're trying to pop your ears on a plane.

It's about pressure in the ear/nose/ eustachian tubes.

@Kaylee19882024 did this get better for you eventually? I am in the same position (but ear still blocked) and desperate for positive news!! I found your other thread and was hoping you may be able to update? Xxx