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Help! Due to fly tomorrow

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RobertJohnsonsShoes · 29/05/2024 20:48

DD4 has been really unwell and so took her to the doctors today. Turns out she has an ear infection, anti biotics prescribed. She's already had 1 dose and is visibly better, reports her ear isn't hurting anymore.

Problem is we're due to fly to Barcelona tomorrow. The doctor said there is a risk of a perforated ear drum if we fly but then went on to say make sure she's chewing gum, drinking water etc as we take off and land. When I asked if she recommended we didn't fly she was non committal and said she couldn't say either way.

I'm freaking out but I do have a history of being overprotective due to a very traumatic pregnancy and I am a TERRIBLE flier/traveller. Husband says she'll be fine and not to worry. He's done some research.

AIBU to be freaking out?

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parietal · 29/05/2024 20:54

if the doctor hasn't told you to stay home, then DD is safe to fly. just take some precautions like having a drink during landing and she will be fine.

RobertJohnsonsShoes · 29/05/2024 20:53

The flights and holiday are separate so that's not really an issue if we had to go out a day later. Husband won't consider, tells me it'll be fine.

I am a big panicker and I think in his efforts to placate me I wonder if he's not thinking of the risks.

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hazeydays14 · 29/05/2024 20:51

How frustrating that the doctor won’t confirm either way. I would just say if she won’t confirm not fit to fly then you’re unlikely to get your money back through insurance. I know that’s probably not the most important thing but just so you’re aware.