If he'll keep a chilled washcloth or something across his sinuses, that will help reduce swelling, which can take some of the pressure away.

yea, he doesn't have a fever. so I don't want to make a point less trip. @mrsthig

thanks I'll give it a try! I thought mayb it could be a ear infection. but he isn't that fussy and they say just because baby may grab at their eyes doesn't mean that. @mrsthig