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What Causes Intermittent Pressure In The Ears?
Been having on/off pressure in my ears/sinuses for the past three weeks. Doctor had me try Zyrtec, Flonase. Saw no improvement. Put me on a 7 day course of augmentin. Still having on/off ear pressure. Suppose to be flying to Hawaii fri. Ok to fly with the ear pressure? What is causing this pressure?
Fri, 31 Aug 2018
Hi,
Your symptoms seem to be related to ear barotrauma. Some advice that I have for you is:
-chewing gum
-practising breathing exercises
-taking antihistamines or decongestants
Flying should not be a problem.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Your symptoms seem to be related to ear barotrauma. Some advice that I have for you is:
-chewing gum
-practising breathing exercises
-taking antihistamines or decongestants
Flying should not be a problem.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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