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I’m flying this week. Any tips please re: tinn... - Tinnitus UK
I’m flying this week. Any tips please re: tinnitus
yes - comprehensive information on the website of Tinnitus UK.
I find that, because of the noise of the aircraft, I can’t hear the tinnitus whilst flying - so it comes back with a vengeance after one is home and relaxing. But this increase in volume wears off
Morning folks.
Further to Rosie's suggestion, this page - tinnitus.org.uk/understandi... - has our guide to flying and T.
The prevailing opinion is that the only people who may actively need to be mindful about potential issues are folks whose tinnitus stems from eardrum perforations, and that would be more immediately connected to air pressure and how the ear responds to it in that scenario.
For the most part, people shouldn't have too many problems with flying. I hear lots of people concerned about the prospect of flying and few, if any, reports of issues with their flights causing T difficulties.
I find the engine noise helps to put my T in the background and never had any problems with my T when flying.
I always wear noise cancelling headphones - it makes for a much more comfortable experience...
I was flying for the first time about a month ago for the first time since developing my tinnitus in 2022. I was concerned so I called my GP. He suggested using a saline spray (over the counter) for several days before the flight to help keep eustachian tubes open. He also prescribed a mild sedative to help with any anxiety. After some research I purchased some "EarPlanes" earplugs to use during takeoff and landing. All of the above seemed to work fine for me and I didn't notice any increase in my tinnitus or any buildup in ear pressure. Don't know if this helps and I wish you the best.