Can I fly with Eustachian tube dysfunction?

My daughter was diagnosed with Eustachian tube dysfunction. While it wasn't a strict doctor's order, I was told that flying carries a very high risk. Would lymphatic activation be effective for a retracted eardrum? I would appreciate your guidance.

Thank you for your question. First and foremost, if she has been diagnosed with Eustachian tube dysfunction, please prioritize the instructions of your ENT specialist regarding diagnosis and treatment.

I cannot say that 'lymphatic activation will cure Eustachian tube dysfunction.'

Furthermore, I cannot say that it can improve the retraction of the eardrum itself.

Eustachian tube dysfunction occurs when the function of the Eustachian tube, which connects the nose and the ear, declines, making it difficult to ventilate the middle ear properly.

As a result,

a feeling of fullness in the ear
difficulty hearing
retraction of the eardrum

can occur.

We as practitioners cannot directly widen the Eustachian tube or return the eardrum to its original state.

However, I consider things from the perspective of the body's overall circulation and drainage environment.

The area around the ear is also related to the

neck
jaw
temporal region
face
area around the pharynx

as well.

It is possible that by using lymphatic activation to improve tension and circulation around the head and neck, some people may feel that the discomfort around their ears is reduced or that they feel more comfortable.

However, that does not mean that the Eustachian tube dysfunction has improved.

What I think is important in this situation is not chasing the ear symptoms themselves, but rather how much your daughter is struggling.

・Does she have a feeling of fullness in her ears?
・Is there a change in how she hears?
・Does she have dizziness?
・Is it interfering with her daily life?

I think it is better to address this while confirming those aspects.

Also, regarding flying,

'It is safe because I received lymphatic activation' is not a valid conclusion.

I do not think that way.

Please always prioritize your primary physician's judgment regarding the feasibility and risks of boarding an airplane.

If it were me, I would tell the client,

"While I cannot cure Eustachian tube stenosis itself, I may be able to help you build a body that can spend time more comfortably by improving your overall body circulation and the condition of your head and neck."

Rather than trying to change the disease,

first, balance the whole.

I value that way of thinking.

"Do not try to fix the ear. First, look at the state of the entire body."

Especially in the case of children, I believe it is important to look comprehensively at not just ear symptoms, but also neck and jaw tension, sleep, fatigue, and posture.