Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of ear pain after flying which is clearly indication a condition known as eustachian tube dysfunction. Well there can be many reasons for eustachian tube dysfunction like upper respiratory tract infection , sinusitis or post nasal drip. I could be due to creation of negative pressure inside ears. I would suggest you to : - Avoid touching or pricking ear with any sharp object. - Take steam twice a day to relieve the congestion . - Do warm saline gargles . - Apply dry hot compresses to external ear . Consult ENT specialist again to rule out causes like ear infection, meniere s disease or wax buildup. Doctor may prescribe mucolytic agent , decongestant and antibiotics. In some cases doctor may also give tubes to relieve the pressure which is common procedure . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari