Facial pain is a challenging symptom that has multiple possible aetiologies including sinus pain, and both neurological and vascular causes. Not all facial pain is sinus pain and other diagnoses must be considered. Psychological aspects of presentation associated with facial pain must not be overlooked and may be the most important factors to consider in effective management.
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