• Is it okay to fly on a plane if I have sinus problems?

I had a bad sinus infection but I think it's healed. I have to fly on a plane next week but I'm nervous. Could flying on a plane do damage to my sinuses?

1 Answer

  • Aerospace Medicine Specialist | Aerospace Medicine
  • Scottsdale, AZ

If you are not sure, go see your doctor. Getting a sinus block on descent is very painful and could complicate things. That said, if your sinuses are clear, not draining and you can unplug your ears with a Valsalva, then probably OK.

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