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A member asked:
Severe facial pain on airplane while landing. what do i do?
8 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Sinus problem?: If the pain is in cheeks or above eyebrows this could represent sinus issue. See ear nosy and throat doctor for exam, and treatment.
Answered 6/11/2015
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Sinus pressure: The added air pressure which occurs as a plane descends causes "squeeze" on air spaces such as sinuses and middle ears. "equalizing" (eg: holding your nose and pressurizing, or popping, your ears) early and often during descent is the key.
Answered 7/9/2017
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Sinus Pressue: This is normal for many as the airplane cabin is pressurized air. You will need to "pop" your ears or equalize them.
Answered 8/28/2016
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Sinus: I agree with the other answers and the other suggestions.
Answered 10/8/2017
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