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How can I prevent stomach pain when flying?

I get stomach pain when flying. How can I prevent stomach pain when flying?

2 Answers

It depends on the cause. Maybe it is anxiety? If so, then you would need to treat the anxiety.
In general, it relates to what is causing the stomach pain. Acid reflux and anxiety are common. In this case, I would try over-the-counter antacids and famotidine a few hours beforehand.