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Definition of Aerotitis
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Aerotitis: Middle ear problems due to changing atmospheric pressures, as when a plane descends to land. Symptoms include ear pain, ringing ears, diminished hearing and, sometimes, dizziness. Also known as aerotitis media, barotitis, barotitis media, and otic barotrauma.
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