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What Causes Headache When Diagnosed With Bell's Palsy?
Question: I have bells palsy since April. I am treating my right eye with refresh gel. I have progressed some - my lip does not droop as much but i still have alittle swelling on my right side of my face. My question is my right ear still feels full as if it is stopped up. I still have occasional headaches. Will i be ok to fly in a couple weeks with my ear situation? Will it hurt/
Brief Answer:
You can fly ! It won't hurt
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J XXXXXXX Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.
Q1
My question is my right ear still feels full as if it is stopped up. I still have occasional headaches. Will i be ok to fly in a couple weeks with my ear situation? Will it hurt/
A1
You can fly
It won't hurt
Flying requires patent Eustachian Tube. Eustachian Tube Opening is not affected by Facial Nerve. So you can fly
Hope you found the answer helpful.
If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
-oOo-
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PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno
You can fly ! It won't hurt
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J XXXXXXX Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.
Q1
My question is my right ear still feels full as if it is stopped up. I still have occasional headaches. Will i be ok to fly in a couple weeks with my ear situation? Will it hurt/
A1
You can fly
It won't hurt
Flying requires patent Eustachian Tube. Eustachian Tube Opening is not affected by Facial Nerve. So you can fly
Hope you found the answer helpful.
If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
-oOo-
PS 1 : After all your doubts have been cleared, kindly (a) Close this Question (b) Rate my Replies and (c) Give your Feedback.
PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno
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