Blocked Ear After Flight |work| < INSTANT · 2024 >

Post-flight ear blockage is a pressure-related Eustachian tube dysfunction that is highly preventable. Most cases resolve within 48 hours with decongestants and equalization maneuvers. However, persistent effusion beyond two weeks warrants otolaryngology evaluation to exclude complications. For at-risk individuals (chronic rhinitis, frequent flyers, infants), pre-emptive decongestant therapy and active equalization during descent are the cornerstones of prevention.