Should Eustachian Tube Be Open or Closed?

The eustachian tube is usually closed, but it opens up when a person swallows, yawns, or chews food. By opening, it balances the air pressure. Many people will recognize the feeling of pressure in the ear from air travel or from having blocked sinuses or an ear infection. Patulous

Why is my Eustachian tube always open?

The opposite problem, a Eustachian tube that stays in the open position, is called a “Patulous Eustachian Tube”. It can be caused by weight loss, by hormonal changes from pregnancy, menopause, pre-menopause, hormone medication, or for no identifiable reason. Most of the time no specific cause is identified.

How do you keep eustachian tubes open?

Blocked eustachian tubes often get better on their own. You may be able to open the blocked tubes with a simple exercise. Close your mouth, hold your nose, and gently blow as if you are blowing your nose. Yawning and chewing gum also may help.