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Ear clogged after flying + ear infection
So i had a flight 7days ago and i flew with a minor cold.. During the flight's descend, I was sleeping and immediately i noticed my right ear is having problems...later, i started having immense pain in my right ear still clogged... I went to the doctor next day and she said i had an ear infection.. Gave me antibiotics, ibuprofen and ear drops... Completed the antibiotics course.. The pain is gone but my ear is still clogged... Helpp! Sometimes i hear double muffled voices from my right ear..
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
You seem to be suffering from eustachian tube dysfunction which usually occurs secondary to common cold and air travel during attacks of cold. It usually resolves spontaneously after few days even without treatment. You need not take any antibiotics or painkillers. You can use anti Histamine medicines for few days for faster recovery
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required. Meanwhile you can do valsalva maneuver for quick recovery
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