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Originally Posted by healer
I find that just opening my mouth really wide, or just a good hard swallow takes care of the pressure in my ears. That said, if it's happening for no apparent reason i.e. you're not going up or down a hill, then you should have it checked out by a physician.
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/slight threadjack: While doing some fact-checking on my previous response, I discovered that I am evidently part of a special population that has the ability to open and close my Eustachian tubes at will. I just flex some muscles in my head and...pop.
But yeah, you shouldn't have to force your ears to equalize; if they aren't equalizing by wiggling your jaw, opening your mouth wide, or yawning, there is probably inflammation involved, and then it's a good idea to see a doctor, as it could be the beginnings of an ear infection.