Brief Answer:
Please refer to the following suggestions...
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
If this is your case, then, I can suggest as following:
- if you will have a
cold or
flu at the time of having the flight; you should get it treated properly. The safest treatment include
acetaminophen (
tylenol) and nasal saline and aerosol-therapy.
- if you will not have the flu; and have pressure sinus pain; then, I'd suggest to keep chewing up during the flight. Thus, you will prevent pressure changes to cause you pain. You can also drink large amounts of water when flying to keep your mouth "open-shut" continuously.
- keep taking tylenol on regular basis even before flying. This will keep the
sinuses inflammation reduced.
- although otrivine is a good choice to use even before taking the flight; I do not agree to use it during
pregnancy. Thus, it is a must to consult with your OG specialist.
- there is a technique when landing which involves closing your nose and starting to blow breathe slowly. However, you are pregnant and this technique will cause womb contractions. So, I advise to consult your OG specialist if you this method is applicable to you.
At last, I strongly suggest to keep chewing up and drinking water while flying.
All the best!
Dr.Alba
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