A member asked:

Why when i use the frenzel maneuver (i scuba dive) to clear my ears , it feels like my eyes are going to bulge out of the sockets? is it pressure?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yea: The sinuses get some pressure and is felt around the eyes.

Answered 10/11/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree w Dr. Weitzner: Just be aware that if you apply too much pressure with different pressure equalization techniques that you can cause barotrauma.

Answered 11/21/2014

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