lexi Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 My hubby just returned from a trip. He's fighting a cold. On the plane his ears plugged up. He cannot get them to pop. He feels like he's under water and is miserable. Help! What can he do? The whole chewing gum/yawning thing is not working!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganCupcake Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 A decongestant would be the first thing I'd try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lara in Colo Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 sudafed-- the real stuff from behind the counter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 Has he tried pinching his nose and blowing? If he has, then try turning upside down, pinching, and blowing and then turning right side up again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 Push his jaw forward very hard, and swallow with it in that position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swimtaxi234 Posted October 8, 2012 Share Posted October 8, 2012 He could stand in a hot, steamy shower until the water runs out to help with the congestion. He could use a nose spray, etc. He needs to drink lots of water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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