My ears are blocked.

[zanana1]

I used to jump up and down to unblock them, but I can't do that anymore.
Any suggestions?

[hlthe2b]

1. Yawn?

[zanana1]

2. That didn't work.

It's been three days now. Help!

[DetlefK]

3. If yawning doesn't work, then the eustachian tube is clogged. Do you have a flu or something?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eustachian_tube

Try inhaling steam and aetheric oils. Or eating spicy chinese food.

[zanana1]

5. I'm having sinus problems.

Maybe that's it. Thanks for the suggestions.

[hlthe2b]

4. vigorous chewing of gum, hard swallowing, or try

taking a deep breath and try to blow out of your nose gently while pinching your nostrils closed and keeping your mouth shut. If you hear a popping noise, you know you have succeeded.

Nasal decongestants for a few days at most.

Nasal OTC steroid inhalant for a few days.

If none of that works, you'll need to see an ENT or perhaps your GP (some will do so) for possible drainage.

[zanana1]

6. I took a deep breath and blew.

I think it might work if I keep doing it.
Thanks!

[Codeine]

7. Echh. I really hate that feeling.

I hold my nose and either blow out (gently!) or even inhale (again, gently — not responsible for eardrum annihilation) to regain that unblocked, clear feeling. Vigorous, repeated opening of the jaw can also be effective, but you will look like an idiot doing this.

[Demovictory9]

9. me too. happens on airplanes and mountain drives

[lillypaddle]

8. Take a decongestant

seriously. Happens to me when my sinuses are acting up, too.

[bluestarone]

10. if you have water in your ears

A drop of alcohol will do the trick.

[canetoad]

11. Are you hearing

Sounds like quiet little, 'zup, zup..' inside your head or ears every so often? That's blocked Eustachian tubes and not much can be done.

[DeminPennswoods]

12. Your problem be wax build up

in your ear canal. Ear wax candles are a great alternative to remove excess wax. You can find them at alternative health stores, but since the process involves lighting one end of the candle, you have to be careful when you do it. Otherwise, it's safe, painless and works great.