i have been told that it is very common to rupture a eardrum on a flight is it true and can you suggest some ways to help protect me from this .
2007-01-27 01:53:03 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ Air Travel
The air pressure is regulated; you can get " blocked" ears which can be fixed by pinching your nose, mouth closed, and gently blowing into your nose. I've flown on numerous occasions & my niece is a flight attendant - I've never even heard of this happening except possibly it might happen in event of an ear infection or an emergency situation. But then ruptured eardrums would be the least of your worries.
You can buy earplugs made especially for take-offs & landings (when there is the most differential) called EarPlanes.
2007-01-27 02:04:54 · answer #1 · answered by Taffy Saltwater 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It shouldn't be a problem. A ruptured eardrum can be caused by a sudden increase in air pressure, like from an explosion. But the plane's cabin is pressurized, so there shouldn't be much pressure difference. If it's a concern, contact the airline to see what they recommend.
2007-01-27 02:02:39 · answer #2 · answered by crazydave 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Omg you never do that leared the hard way I had a ruptrued ear and it hurt so badly when were were in the plain omg I was crying and I don't cry it's like a hammer hitting your skull over and aver and I was def for 2 years then got a ear enfection that lasted 1 year an trust me u do. Not what to do that
2016-03-29 04:57:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think it is uncommon, but can occur. My friend had to fly with a terrible sinus infection, and she did have one rupture.
Unless you have a middle ear infection at the time of flight, I wouldn't worry too much about it. Airplane cabins are well pressurized.
2007-01-27 02:03:31 · answer #4 · answered by Ara57 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not very common at all. I have flown 7 times in my life and it has never happened to me and my next door neighbour is a pilot and has been flying for British Airways for over 10 years and has never had one so I think they are quite rare.
2007-01-27 02:16:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is very common and happens to people on each and every flight. No way of protecting yourself.
2007-01-27 03:00:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since i fly alot because im a fligth attendant im already used too it. But if u chew gum your ears will feel better.
2007-01-27 04:46:03 · answer #7 · answered by tyconkate1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not common.I suggest that you carry ear plugs to protect your ears.Use them during the flight.
2007-01-27 02:03:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-01-27 02:07:11 · answer #9 · answered by sai_11196 k 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it hasnt happened to me yet
2007-01-27 01:58:51 · answer #10 · answered by aaron a 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋