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Will Flying Exacerbate My Primary Cough Headache?
I need to fly and am concerned about plane pressure causing pain. I have primary cough headache. Does anyone know if flying will cause pain from this? And/or what you do to alleviate the pain if so. Thank you.
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Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect, @katejade53.
Here's some information from Mayo Clinic on cough headaches that may be useful:
- Primary Cough Headache https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/primary-cough-headache/
When were you diagnosed, and what has your treatment looked like this far? Has your doctor who treats your headache commented on flying and whether he or she thinks the pressure involved in flying will affect you?
Diagnosed: Aug 2025. She doesn't know how flying will affect me. That's why I'm seeking out other resources.
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