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Although they are not symptoms used to characterize migraines, many people with sinus-related symptoms are having migraines.
Migraines are generally charactierized by intense throbbing pain that is usually on one side of the head, although for some people both side are affected. They also usually last from 4-72 hours. The nerves in the head and face that are affected can be ones that are connected with the sinus regions (the face underneath the eye, the forehead).
Some people do get other sinus-related symptoms during their migraines, such as congestion and puffy, watery eyes.
It is possible that the migraine is causing those symptoms, or that you are reacting to something in the environment that is then triggering a migraine (allergens, weather changes, food).
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoAbsolutely! I get it all the time. When a person gets congested and sinuses start acting up, it causes pretty bad pressure in the head, which can cause horrible headaches, and even migraines.
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Are migraines associated with sinus pressure?
Although they are not symptoms used to characterize migraines, many people with sinus-related symptoms are having migraines. When a "sinus headache" happens when you do not have a cold or sinus infection, there is a good chance it may be a migraine. Migraines are generally charactierized by intense throbbing pain that is usually on one side of the head, although for some people both side are affected. They also usually last from 4-72 hours. The nerves in the head and face that are affected can be ones that are connected with the sinus regions (the face underneath the eye, the forehead). Some people do get other sinus-related symptoms during their migraines, such as congestion and puffy, watery eyes. (For me, I will get 10 minutes solid minutes of rapid-onset nose running from one nostril and eye tearing from one eye). It is possible that the migraine is causing those symptoms, or that you are reacting to something in the environment that is then triggering a migraine (allergens, weather changes, food). To make matters more confusing, some people have migraines they are triggered when they are sick - so, the sinus infection might then cause a migraine. This is why it becomes important to keep a headache diary and to see a neurologist well-versed in headaches. The right diagnosis means that you can get on the right medication, because Tylenol Cold and Sinus will probably do you no good at all if you've got a migraine going on.
Could sinus cause pain only when pressed 2 inches below eye on cheek but no other sinus problems?
Sinus that cause pain is called sinusitis. Normally it occur in the maxillary sinus (your cheekbone). there are many other sinus on the skull but this is the one that usually inflamed due to its opening which is higher up at the medial nasal turbine. http://www.answers.com/topic/sinusitis * Sinuses aren't supposed to cause you pain, even when they're pressed on. If they hurt when you press on them (or worse) when you don't, it could be a sign that you're sick (and the sickness is more severe if you have the pain without pushing on the sinus area).
Should I be worried if I have a type of sinus infection?
Sinus infection symptoms include headache and pressure. You may also have ear pain. Most sinus infections are caused by viruses and will go away in 10 days. Many sinus infections are actually migraines- not sinus infections at all!
What are some diets that prevent migraines?
Most diets aren't for prevent migrains. Migraines are caused by a sinus infections. You can find this information located on web md and other various sites
When is face pain caused by migraines?
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.
Does sinus becomes a death cause?
In health, be sure you are talking about the correct "sinus" The heart has a sinus, so please be specific about which sinus you are referring to.
Can sinus pressure cause lack of sleep?
Yes, Chronic sinus can cause sleppiness at mid after noon. Especially If you have Sphenoid sinus infection, then you will get sleepiness at afternoon and tiredness.
Can rotting teeth cause sinus infections?
Yes! Rotting teeth (specially the upper teeth) can cause sinus infections. The roots of upper teeth lie just below the sinus cavity. When once becomes infected it can cause abscesses in the sinus cavities.
Can sinusitis cause vertigo?
Sinus infection does not cause dizziness.
Can nose bleed cause sinus infection?
Yes sinus infection causes nose bleed.
Can A Sinus infection cause a bump on the side of your head above your ear?
Yes, a sinus infection can cause an ear ache. The fluids that drains off of your sinus can infect the ear, also cause you dizziness or the feeling of being off balance.
Can a sinus infection cause a seizure?
yes
