Jan 06 I perforated my eardrum, it took until July to heal. My EMT has cleared me to dive but I am apprehensive. I can equalize my damaged ear easily but the ear that was not injured takes more effort. I would like to complete my OW and continue to dive but I am aprhensive. Any suggestions or advice?
Perforated Eardrum
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mnmike:
Talk to your doc. You'll probably need a note from him anyway, before you can go back to class.
Terry
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mnmike:
I "blew both" eardrums early this (or was it last?) year. If your EMT has cleared you, you should be OK, but clearing your ears should not take "effort". Perhaps your EMT can prescribe something like Astelin, Nasonex or Flonase to help keep your sinuses, etc. clear.
Maresreg
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Were you on steroids? Whatever you do not force your ears to clear. Do not clear after the dive on the surface if you feel pressure after a dive. I blew my ears on my first open water and am still diving just keep an eye on your ears and go to the doc if they hurt.
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