My Ear Doctor Asked Me To Use Afrin Nose Spray

Posted on Mon, 31 Aug 2020

Question: My ear doctor asked me to use Afrin nose spray 30 minutes before my appointment and I don%E2%80%99t understand why I%E2%80%99m having ear pain

Answered by Dr. Shinas Hussain (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Afrin spray is effective.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query.

Common cold and nasal congestion can cause earache. Nasal decongestant sprays like Afrin will help and provide symptomatic relief.

You can also take over the counter available paracetamol tablets for symptomatic relief.
You can wait a few more days for spontaneous recovery.

Nothing much to worry as your treatment is on the right track.

Thanks

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee