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How close are the maxillary sinuses and inner ear?
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Two different bones: The inner ear is located in the mastoid bone, which is behind your ear on each side. The maxillary sinuses are in the maxilla, which is the cheekbone on each side. While they are only six inches apart, they are not really close
Answered 10/10/2016
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Not close: Not close. But regional pain can be referred. See an ENT doc for symptoms in this area.
Answered 11/27/2017
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