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I was told by a physician's assistant that there are some people that need to keep using flonase long term to keep there ears open is that true?.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Not really: Flonase is a nasal steroid best used for allergic nasal conditions or nasal polyps.The Eustachian tubes are best cleared with nasal lavage and gargling with warm water: if severe, and if not hypertensive, you can use a 12 hr. nasal decongestant for no more than 2 days.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 12/30/2016

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A member asked:

I was told by a physician's assistant that there are some people that need to keep using flonase long term to keep there ears open is that true?.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Cremers agreed

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