Understanding Plugged Ears and Sinuses: Causes & Relief

Most people deal with plugged ears and sinuses on a daily basis, but many do not understand what causes. Allergies are usually the culprit, but bacteria, dirt and excessive wax can be causes as well.

Ear Wax

• Plugged ears can be the result of poor maintenance and cleaning of the ear canal. Removal of ear wax will unplug ears.

Allergies and Sinuses

• Allergic reactions to allergens can cause mucus to excessively produce and clog the sinuses.

Allergies and Ears

• When the sinuses are plugged with mucus, the mucus drains into the inner ear canal, causing it to plug up.

Water and the Ears

• Water can get trapped in the inner ear, which can cause infection and plug the ear up. This is also known as swimmer's ear.

Bacteria

• Unwanted bacteria that enter the sinuses can cause the same reaction as allergies, stimulating the membranes to produce mucus and plug the cavities.

Colds

• The stuffiness associated with colds often leads to plugged ears and sinuses.