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When i fly i have terrible pain in my ears. no matter what medicine i take. i tried anti histamineshistamins and cold medicine and nasal drops.

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Dr. Shawn Saunders answered

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Pressure : You may simply be sensitive to the change in pressure, which would not benefit from medicine. Have you tried earplugs during take off and landing?

Answered 8/23/2013

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A member asked:

When i fly i have terrible pain in my ears. no matter what medicine i take. i tried anti histamineshistamins and cold medicine and nasal drops.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Shawn Saunders answered

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