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I was on a flight. my ears ached during descent. i got out of the shower this morning and my ear feels full. i am flying again tonight, is it safe?
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Use a decongestant: Use a decongestant before you fly. You can check with your doctor but some people will take an oral decongestant to open up your ear pssages. Others will use a decongestant nasal spray. Youer physiciasn can advise which is the best for you
Answered 10/5/2015
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