Question 1

can one fly with a perforated eardrum?

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Yes: As a matter of fact, it will be easier to fly with that ear because one would not have to equalize pressure in it.   The caveat is that you are the passenger. You should likely not pilot for fear of equilibrium issues.

Question 2

is it ok to fly with a perforated eardrum?

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Yes: It is ok to fly with a perforated ear drum.

Question 3

is it a bad idea to fly with a perforated eardrum?

Accepted Answer

Should be ok: You are probably ok to fly.

See an otologist.

You need a hearing test.

Stay on dry ear precautions.

Your perforation is perhaps a sign of eustachian tube dysfunction.

Make sure your other ear is not at risk of this as well.

Question 4

bunged up  ear due to build up earwax, cannot syringe coz of prev. perforated eardrum. worried about altitude! want to ease before flying please advise?

Accepted Answer

See doctor : If your ear is blocked, it will be very uncomfortable to fly.  You should have the cerumen removed before the flight.

Question 5

is a perforated eardrum painful g?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Can be very painful.

Question 6

what's done for a perforated eardrum?

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See below: See if it heals spontaneously, or surgically repair it.

Question 7

how do you treat a perforated eardrum?

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Perforated ear drum: Ear drum perforations are treated socially with tympanoplasty. Have your ear evaluated by a board certified otolaryngologist.

Question 8

how dangerous is a perforated eardrum?

Accepted Answer

Perforated drum: It isnt usually dangerous.  A hole, depending on size and location can affect hearing.  It can also allow infection to get into the middle ear, therefore keep ear dry.  Perforations from injuries will often heal without surgery.  You need to be checked by ent.

Question 9

can you sing with a perforated eardrum ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: May effect your hearing in that ear, but no problems with singing.

Question 10

how to survive with an perforated eardrum?

Accepted Answer

Ruptured ear drums: After care for ruptured ear drums includes:  tylenol (acetaminophen) or Ibuprofen for pain, antibiotics if an infection caused the rupture, avoidance of anything in your ear, and follow up with a doctor in 2 weeks to recheck the status of the rupture.  All the best!

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