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Ear infection is getting better but my headache is the same.are they related? in my sinus area & sometimes back of neck.fever is going down as well

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes, they are related: Middle ears, sinuses, nasal cavity, throat, all are considered parts of the upper airways, and infections in any of them can cause headaches

Answered 12/1/2015

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A member asked:

Ear infection is getting better but my headache is the same.are they related? in my sinus area & sometimes back of neck.fever is going down as well

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

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