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Can you fly with ear infection?

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Yes but wouldn't: You can fly with an ear infection but there is a significant chance that you will have severe ear pain or rupture of the ear drum on descent.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Scott Rickert answered

Specializes in Pediatric ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Not recommended: Ear infections are inflammatory processes so flying and changing pressure in flight will most likely cause a great deal of pain. It can also cause the inflammation to worse, possibly cause the ear drum to rupture or cause further local damage. If you have questions definitely see a specialist.

Answered 8/9/2016

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