Yes. A sinus headache can occur at the same time as a tension headache, and both can occur at the same times as migraines. When trying to make a diagnosis, doctors will look at the location and quality (ie: pressure, throbbing, dull ache) of the pain, as well as other symptoms you have (like having a cold recently, being under a lot of stress, or having muscle issues in the back and neck).
Sinus headaches tend to result in a strong, throbbing pain near the front of the head and are caused by a sinus inflammation. There are numerous treatments for sinus headache relief, such as certain drugs that may be purchased over the counter or antibiotics prescribed by a doctor. These are not meant to cure the headache directly, but are supposed to reduce the inflammation that is causing the headache.
A headache felt throughout the scalp is usually a tension headache. However, you should never try to diagnose yourself. For a diagnosis, a doctor needs to be consulted. Preferably a headache specialist who is best able to diagnose, treat and manage headache disorders.
Yes, sinus medications can cause headache as a side effect. See your doctor for proper diagnosis of your headache.
An occasional sinus headache may come on with the changes in weather. Often taking an over the counter sinus medication, or one antihistimine and one acetametaphin will stop the headache. If the headache is unbearable, however, it would be best to check in with your doctor.
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It depends on the type of headache since there are many causes. If it is a tension headache that is related to muscle tension, then yes, massage to the affected muscles is indicated.
A sinus headache that turns into a bump on the head and then turns into a scab could actually be a boil. You should see a doctor for confirmation.
Well from all the stress I been going through and the anxiety,I have had an tension headache for a week now...at one point it started to get better and it started to leave and then someone made me very upset and my anxiety started going and it started coming right back..it's not a bad headache the pain and pressure is in the Back of my head and neck and it would cause a light slight pain in the front of my forehead and its really starting to be annoying...
Episodic tension type headache is more easily treated than chronic tension type headache. Episodic means it comes and goes and isn't experienced as often as chronic TTH. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of headache see your physician or a headache specialist.
Face pain can be a symptom of any kind of migraine or headache. Face pain is most commonly associated with a sinus headache though. Usually this happens when you have a sinus infection.