Labyrinthitis and flying?

Flying can be a terrifying experience for many people, with the fear of heights and the thought of being in a metal tube flying miles above land often causing distress. However, imagine having to face this anxiety while also dealing with labyrinthitis – an inner ear disorder that causes dizziness and balance problems. In this article, we’ll take a humorous look at what it’s like to fly with labyrinthitis.

What is Labyrinthitis?

Before we dive into the world of flight with labyrinthitis, let me give you a brief overview of what this condition entails – you know because everyone loves hearing about medical conditions (not really). Labyrinthitis occurs when there is inflammation or swelling within your inner ear affecting its ability to function properly (yikes!) The inner ear houses important structures responsible for our auditory process (hearing) as well as maintaining equilibrium (balance). So if these key players go rogue, it could make life pretty challenging (and dizzying!)

Symptoms of Labyrinthitis

The symptoms of Labrynthits typically come on quite suddenly without warning (just like Aunt Mary overstaying her welcome):
– Spinning sensations
– Loss/inability to maintain balance
– Nausea/vomiting
– Hearing loss/impairment
(Just put yourself in someone’s shoes who is surrounded by all these triggers i mean scary stuff right?)

So now that we’ve got some basic knowledge about labyrinthitis outta the way let’s talk about booking your flights! Before hitting “confirm & pay,” be sure to consider some aspects.

Timing is Critical

It might be wise not to book flights immediately after being diagnosed or experiencing an episode since recurring episodes are likely within 1–3 months after initial onset (“I hope I feel better by next week”). Be patient, take care of yourself first and foremost.

Communication is key

While booking your flight be sure to communicate with the airline if any special accommodations are needed. Such as departing at certain times of day or seats close to washrooms etc. Some airlines offer options for specialized seating such as reserved seating in the front rows which could potentially reduce motion sickness symptoms (always read between the lines).

Now comes one of the most challenging parts – actually getting through security, rushing around like a headless chicken trying not to get hurt while balancing (see what we did there?) everything in one hand wouldn’t just end up dizzy but confused too. Since carrying rollerboard luggage or scurrying about can affect balance-based symptoms it’s important to be mindful mantras such as “slow & steady wins this race” may seem cheesy but really do help (which will make those TSA guys scrutinise you)

Accommodation Assistance

When travelling alone and its possible? Utilize wheelchair accessibility options within the airports or enlist assistance from kindly employees who’re more than willing push you on boards on arrive at their desks (pretty cool ha? here’s hoping that works)

Remember Your Medication

Don’t forget prescribed medication (goodluck remembering right!)We suggest keeping at least TWO sets; one in carryon baggage whilst zip-locked inside airtight bags maybe even distributed amongst various luggage so losing them becomes less likely(Good luck finding when lost tho)

Finally seated comfortably onboard we’d suggest reminding oneself of how much life would have sucked before airplanes were invented especially considering horses don’t fly anyways pity for folks like Mr.Ed though.

Since movement plays an integral role in Balance issues, try requesting an aisle seat(if not allotted already )so trips back-and-forth become easier can sunbathe in hopes of relieving stress
(I mean because when life gives you lemons; catch a tan on board and say wooohoooo).

Jumping out of one’s seat after the captain announces landing is not the wisest idea, prepare mentally for abrupt descent knowing that looking like a fool whilst being respectful to fellow passengers around who simply never chose “flying with dizzy strangers” option.

Overall Flying With Labyrinthitis

Flying can be scary on its own but having labyrinthitis compound those fears. We hope we’ve at least made you chuckles about this matter ranging from booking flights to navigating airports alongside boarding our flight as it takes off feeling confident in your abilities using alternatives to include nurses or crewmembers too! Regardless just remember flying is all-around good fun (at times) and quite likely what separates us from animals who unfortunately never get to chase pigeons while floating thousands of feet above ground.

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