I think I might have an ear infection.. And Im leaving for Iowa in 1 day. If I do have one.. Its not bad. Its not hurting THAT bad. Ill have pains every come out of nowhere.. But theyre kind of like little shocks. And theyre really painful. And I cant yawn without my right ear hurt.. And I cant touch it without it being sensitive. And when I drink something cold.. It hurts the inside of my ear. Its so weird. But the plane ride isnt that long. Like 5 hours with a 2 hour break inbetween the first 3[hours]. So, I should be fine, right?
2006-06-25 09:36:04 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
What kind of medicine would I be getting if I went to the docs for it. What would they do?
2006-06-25 09:44:43 · update #1
What antibiotics/treatment would they do to me so I could still ride on the plane?
2006-06-25 10:02:15 · update #2
Get rid of the infection with 2 drops medical grade tea tree oil and 10 drops olive oil mixed. Put a couple of drops in each ear and it should disappear.
2006-06-25 10:03:37 · answer #1 · answered by Know it all 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep your head up. When your head is upright, your Eustachian tubes clear naturally, This is one reason children with an ear infection don't seem to be in pain during the day, They're busy playing and running around and their Eustachian tubes are draining into the back of their throats. Take a drink. Sipping water -swallowing-triggers the muscular action that helps your Eustachian tubes open and drain, open tubes mean less pain.
If you have hearing loss or your ears stay plugged up for more than a couple of days after a cold. see your doctor, You could have already have an ear infection or fluid in the middle ear, left untreated, an ear infection can cause a permanent hearing loss in haltered and adults, Ten to 14 day of antibiotics is the usual treatment.
2006-06-25 09:57:26 · answer #2 · answered by boy_jam_arch 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An ear infection is not something you'd want to take a chance with. Go to your doctor and get some antibiotics. Let your doctor know that you are planning to travel and he will advise you on the best way to take care of your ear. When the cabin pressure in the plane changes with taking off and landing, it can really hurt an already painful ear problem, so please, don't take that chance.
2006-07-06 06:07:49 · answer #3 · answered by susieq5353_04 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to reconsider your travel plans. If you can, take an antibiotic like amoxicillin before you leave. If not, dose yourself with Tylenol. When you board the plane, use an over-the-counter decongestant nasal spray, spray about four good puffs in each side of your nose while holding shut the opposite nostril. Be sure to have chewing gum or a lifesaver/ hard candy in your mouth so that you are swallowing at the same time to get the spray closer to the opening of your eustachian tube. Be sure to keep a fluid to sip handy to keep your eustachian tube open.Suck candy or chew gum during the whole flight. This encourages swallowing. Yawning also works the muscles that open your eustachian tube.
Clear your ears during takeoff and landing. Do this by gently blowing while pinching your nostrils with your mouth closed. Repeat several times during descent to equalize the pressure between your ears and your environment.
Avoid sleeping during descent. This allows you to make sure you're swallowing enough to keep your ears clear. Try to drink fluids during ascent and descent. This encourages swallowing. You can also try filtered earplugs to equalize the pressure against your eardrum during takeoff and landing. You can purchase these at drugstores and most airport gift shops.
Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. Alcohol and caffeine constrict your blood vessels and may increase the risk of ruptured capillaries so you may want to avoid them..
If your ears do become plugged during flight, try clearing them by inhaling and then slowly exhaling while holding your nostrils closed and keeping your mouth shut. Repeat as necessary to relieve discomfort. If your ears are still blocked a few hours after landing, see your doctor.
2006-06-25 10:17:26 · answer #4 · answered by hickcrazy1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can fly but you need to get a really good decongestant to keep the ear open
if it is blocked you cant equalise wioth pressure changes and it will feel like a bomb is going off in your head
it could also be your teeth from your description - i would get medical treatment prior to the flight
2006-06-25 09:42:58 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
DON'T DO IT! I'm serious. The altitude may really be unpleasent for you. Hey, if you're really bent on flying anyway, aleast do the smart thing and consult with your doctor. :)
2006-06-25 09:41:43 · answer #6 · answered by Kooties 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call 1-713-633-2255.These are R.N.s and they can answer your question
2006-07-09 07:17:51 · answer #7 · answered by leila rose 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2006-07-08 13:46:30 · answer #8 · answered by JD 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋