@phxbarb, I merged your recent discussions into one so people can more easily follow your story. You mention that you have an infection. Have you seen a doctor about the infection to see if taking antibiotics might help?

Here are some related discussions that you might be interested in:
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: tube is plugged https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/ear-dysfunction/
- Ongoing Eustachian Tube Dysfunction – Need Advice https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/ongoing-eustachian-tube-dysfunction-need-advice/