Flying

[Oldham68]

Morning

I have had tinnitus in my left ear for over a year now and I am just about getting used to it . I want to go to Italy later this year but I am really concerned about flying . Has anybody any advice . Thanking you in advance .

[Happyrosie]

Flying has made no difference to my T. But I’d suggest you ensure your ears are clear of wax so that the pressure differences can be more easily accommodated

[Hidden]

Hi that is great- Italy is such a beautiful country.I have a lot of problems with my ears and flying. I sip drinks all the way (tea, water) I get a lot of ear/chest infections. I take it you are worried the tinnitus will get noisier due to the stress? I would aim for keeping hydrated and distracting yourself by reading or watching something on a tablet, whatever works for you normally. xx

[surreycccfan]

Hi, Flying has made zero difference to my T, some good tips (and reassurance) can be found here tinnitus.org.uk/flying-and-...

Stay safe

[Happyrosie in reply to surreycccfan]

Hadn’t realised this article was on the BTA site - learning all the time!

[MOLKO1972 in reply to surreycccfan]

I have avoided flying, but this information has definitely reassured me

[Oldham68]

Thank you all Feel so much better about flying

Some good tips but as usual it is to not get anxious about it all

[Hop38]

Hi Oldham68 flying has never really impacted my T. I usually get a seat at the front of the plane as its the quietest part apparently and wear earplugs. Drink plenty of water to keep the ears popping. Have a great holiday....Italy is my favourite country😁

[bruimprov]

Hi. I got tinnitus this year, although it much more manageable. I took a flight across country to the US West coast and it was fine. I used Mack earplugs for most of the flight especially takeoff and landing. Also, I take two Sudafed and Afrin for both the takeoff and landing. Consult with your Doctor about this. Don’t be afraid to fly, just take precautions.

[bantams]

Hi Oldham68, I have flown twice since my Tinnitus started and did not have any problems, also the plane noise seem`s to mask my Tinnitus.Flying again this weekend and looking forward to it!!

[Oldham68 in reply to bantams]

Thanks for that . I feel much more confident about flying now .

[bantams in reply to Oldham68]

Hi Oldham68, just returned today from Spain and again had no problems with my Tinnitus whilst flying.

[Hidden]

Hi,I have Ménière’s and was really concerned. But no problem whatsoever in fact on one flight I’m sure I even felt a bit better. I’m not a good flyer either I always get a bit anxious before but really I’m sure it’ll be fine.

Enjoy Italy, I love everything about Italy - but I would my wife was Italian

[Oldham68 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks for that