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I used a neti pot to clear my sinuses, but some water went into my ear. i have to fly in 3 days. can you help? will my eardrum rupture. i'm terrified

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Dr. Ankush Bansal answered

No: Your eardrum will not rupture. Don't worry - the water will clear from your ears. However, if you are still congested, the pressure changes from ascent and descent of the plane may cause brief but severe ear pain. No damage is likely. There really isn't a way to prevent this though.

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Answered 7/10/2018

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A member asked:

I used a neti pot to clear my sinuses, but some water went into my ear. i have to fly in 3 days. can you help? will my eardrum rupture. i'm terrified

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ankush Bansal answered

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

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