Stinging feeling in face

[dkktsunami]

Just by luck I read this post. I recently did 3 dives in NC and experienced a stinging on my face during ascent. I am thinking that it was just stinging from the multiple jellyfish in the area. Now I am wondering if that was really it? First 2 dives the stinging was right across my upper lip. The 3rd dive it was along my forehead under my hood.
I wonder if someone can come up with an answer.

This sounds like jellies touching exposed areas. Have no idea about other fresh water occurrences.

 

[DandyDon]

This water was pretty warm, around mid 80's so I don't think that was the case.

Ok forget cold water here. Where were you? No polution?

That might be very possible. I have been having some issues with my sinuses.

I would think that would be a deeper pain, and not all over your face - but otherwise fit your description.

 

[diver 85]

new aftershave----maybe??

 

[DandyDon]

new aftershave----maybe??

That stings on descent? Trying to be funny...?

 

[nikwho]

This is really bothering me now! I was given an explanation long ago. I believe that it is some sort of microrganisims, I just cant think of it. I personnally believe that it has nothing to do with sinuses or anything personal. When I experienced it, my dive buddy did as well. two different occasions, two different dive buddies, for what that's worth.