Hello,

I'm hoping that one or more group members can provide some information
or advice regarding the problem of frequent ear-popping.  This started
about five days ago, following a mild cold, and has continued to occur
frequently in my right ear.  My understanding is that the eardrum pops
when pressure needs to be equalized, as when climbing a mountain or
flying in airplane. I don't understand why it should happen again and
again when I am just sitting here at sea level.  I do have chronic
sinus headaches and congestion (which I treat with sudafed and the
Grossan irrigator), but not usually accompanied by ear-popping.

I have learned much useful information by reading this newsgroup in the
past and would be very grateful to anyone who could provide relevant
information or advice.

Thanks,
Dick St. Jean