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what is a sinus headache?

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Sinus related : Sinus headaches cause a dull, deep, throbbing pain in the front of your head and face. They are caused by an inflammation in your sinuses, air-filled cavities around your nose, eyes, and cheeks. Bending down or leaning over usually makes the pain worse, as does cold and damp weather. Inflammation is usually caused by inhalant allergy like dust molds pollens or chronic sinus infection

Question 2

what is a sinus headache? can it cause headache at the back of head?

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Sinus Headache: A sinus headache is a lay term that refers to head pain felt over the anatomic distribution of the sinuses, typically the forehead.  Headaches in this location actually may have many causes and are not considered a major sign of sinusitis, though many lay people believe that they are.

Question 3

how to cure a sinus headache?

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It really depends : The key is to know if you have a headache or a sinus infection.  Generally with a sinus infection drainage and nasal congestion will be common.  Ibuprofen works pretty well for sinus pain.  Persistent or worsening sinus pressure or headache should be checked by a physician.

Question 4

how can i releive a sinus headache?

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Tylenol (acetaminophen) sinus: There are some really good over the counter medications for sinus headaches. You can also use some afrin nasal spray. If the headache lasts for more than a couple of days and you develop tooth pain, sore throat, discolored nasal discharge, ear pressure and or pain.... It may be a sinus infection and you may need some antibiotics. But i would start with saline nasal spray, afrin, and tylenol (acetaminophen) sinus.

Question 5

why does a sinus headache feel like?

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Sinus headache: Feels like a pressure sensation in your forehead or to the sides of your nose.

Question 6

what are symptoms of a sinus headache?

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Sinus symptoms : it is headache that is associated with nasal congestion runny nose pressure and pain over sinuses. It may be a dull headache or may be pounding or pressure type. Pain medicines like Tylenol (acetaminophen) or aspirin tend to help

Question 7

why do i have sinus headache's everyday ?

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ENT eval: I can not answer that. It may be related to congestion, infection or chronic inflammation of sinuses.  Or maybe it is not actually from the sinuses. I recommend evaluation by your medical provider or an otolayrngologist (ent doctor).

Question 8

which works the best for a sinus headache?

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Headache: Tylenol (acetaminophen) or advil can help
if very congested , can try sudafed.

Question 9

what is a good way to cure a sinus headache?

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See below: The main goal is to decongest the sinuses and allow them to empty and become physiolgically sound.

Question 10

difference between a cold or sinus headache?

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Difficult to tell: Need more history and exam.  A cold may produce congestion and secondary blockage of sinus drainage, so that differentiating the two becomes impossible.  If the headache persists, see a doctor asap.

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