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Is It Safe To Fly With Glue Ear?
I have glue ear and I am due to fly to portugal in 4 weeks is it safe for me to fly. My doctor has prescribe a strong course of steroids, antihistamines and a nasal spray. Is there anything else I can do. I am so worried I won t be able to join my family on a much needed holiday.
Tue, 31 Dec 2019
Hello,
You can safely fly with glue ear. You have to swallow small sips of water in the flight to balance the pressure difference.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
You can safely fly with glue ear. You have to swallow small sips of water in the flight to balance the pressure difference.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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