Sinus-headache: Causes & Reasons

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Possible Causes for sinus headache

Acute Sinusitis

Common sinus conditions treated include: Acute sinusitis Chronic sinusitis Nasal obstruction Allergic rhinitis Sinus headaches Deviated Septum Nasal polyps Other Services [missouribaptist.org]

headache. [nativeremedies.com]

*One 2002 study has found that nine out of 10 physician-diagnosed or self-described sinus headaches are actually migraine-related. [stanfordchildrens.org]

Chronic Sinusitis

CLINIC FEATURES: A 41-yr-old woman was treated for chronic sinusitis and sinus headaches. She had suffered weight loss and pain over a 2-month period. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

The Top 7 Underlying Causes of Sinusitis. by Dan Gay, CMO Sinus Survival You may be surprised to learn what’s causing your sinus headaches, sinus pressure, sinus congestion [sinussurvival.com]

I am 24 years old, and have had 4 sinus surgeries, latest one being January 2012. Now, 7 months later, I have intense sinus headaches and sinus congestion again. [realself.com]

Sinusitis

Here are answers to some key questions about sinus headache treatments. Sinus Headache? [web.archive.org]

If pain is your only symptom, you probably don't have a sinus headache. [webmd.com]

sinus headache is migraine. [americanmigrainefoundation.org]

Migraine Equivalent

[…] women) often mistake Migraine for a sinus headache. [migraineagain.com]

Sufferers notice increased medication use with a decreased results. back to top Sinus Headache True sinus headache will show up on an x-ray and the sufferer will experience [headache-help.org]

Most patients who think they have sinus headache in fact have migraines. [hopkinsmedicine.org]

Periapical Abscess

The individual may also complain of fever, headache, and general fatigue. [nmihi.com]

An untreated abscess eventually erodes a small channel (sinus) through the jawbone to the surface of the gum. [nmihi.com]

Ethmoid Sinusitis

Migraine accounts for far more headaches than does sinus headache. [dizziness-and-balance.com]

NeilMed / September 18, 2013 / Sinus, Sinus Headache / 16 comments Sinus Headache M. Lee Williams, M.D. Assoc. [neilmed.com]

headaches Fever Bad breath Generalized malaise or fatigue Cough Diminished sense of taste and smell Even though the ethmoid sinuses are affected, one might not feel pain [firstaidsaskatoon.ca]

Sphenoid Sinusitis

Migraine accounts for far more headaches than does sinus headache. [dizziness-and-balance.com]

Headache, fever, nasal drainage, and frontal sinus tenderness are common presenting complaints. [pediatricneurologybriefs.com]

If a CT shows an empty sphenoid sinus, you do not have sphenoid sinus headaches. [severe-headache-expert.com]

Otitic Barotrauma

Ear, sinus, and tooth squeeze are potential etiologies of headache caused by scuba diving. [65] However, the diving environment can lead to other causes of headache. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Headache In a larger context, many causes of headache can be associated with scuba diving. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis

We describe a patient with meningitis caused by lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus. Oligoclonal IgG bands were found in the patient's cerebrospinal fluid during acute and convalescent stages of the illness, and results of liver function tests were abnormal. Acute attacks of lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus infection in[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Frontal Sinusitis

NeilMed / September 18, 2013 / Sinus, Sinus Headache / 16 comments Sinus Headache M. Lee Williams, M.D. Assoc. [neilmed.com]

What kind of a doctor treats sinus headache? [medicinenet.com]

In doing so it is important to remember that sinus headaches and sinus infections occur less often in the elderly and headaches after sixty are more likely due to something [neilmed.com]

Mucocele of the Sphenoid Sinus

The provisional diagnosis attributed the headache to the right sphenoid sinus mucocele. [bjorl.org]

A mucocele of the sphenoid sinus with visual impairment and headache is presented. Mucocele of the sphenoid sinus is relatively rare. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

A mucocele of the sphenoid sinus caused persistent headache and destroyed the pituitary fossa before it was diagnosed and treated surgically via the transnasal route. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Cough Headache

Review Classifications of headaches further below for headache types and information. What is a Sinus Headache? [sinussurvival.com]

Hello, Your symptoms are suggestive of sinus headaches and sinus inflammation or sinusitis. Sinusitis is an inflammation of the nasal sinuses. [medhelp.org]

TMJ causes neck pain, headaches, sinus problems and dizziness. [steadyhealth.com]

Common Cold

The resulting sinus headaches may be felt in the forehead, behind the eyes and cheeks. [livestrong.com]

Talk to a healthcare provider if you experience any of the following: Unusually severe cold symptoms; High fever; Ear pain; Sinus type headache; Cough that gets worse while [lung.org]

[…] or sinus pain For children — in general, your child doesn't need to see the doctor for a common cold. [mayoclinic.com]

Paranasal Sinus Cancer

Sinus congestion. Persistent sinus headache or pressure in one sinus area can be an early symptom of sinus cancer. [everydayhealth.com]

Symptoms Symptoms of paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer include: Blocked sinuses that do not clear, or sinus pressure Headaches or pain in the sinus areas A runny nose [reading.towerhealth.org]

Nasal congestion that does not go away after a cold can be a symptom of nasal cavity or paranasal sinus cancer. [everydayhealth.com]

Thunderclap Headache

We report a case of complicated pansinusitis presenting with thunderclap headache. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

There are sinus headaches, tension headaches, migraines and stress headaches -- but what makes a deadly headache different? [huffpost.com]

The headache typically persists for several days. [1] Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis, thrombosis of the veins of the brain, usually causes a headache that reflects raised [en.wikipedia.org]

Migraine

[…] as sinus headache. [doi.org]

Headaches can be divided into: Tension headaches Sinus headaches Cluster headaches And a migraine? [health24.com]

Migraine Overview Migraine and other types of headaches, such as tension headache and sinus headache, are painful. [webmd.com]

Nasal Polyp

They often lead to various symptoms like nasal obstruction/congestion, snoring, decreased smell/taste, runny nose, postnasal drip, sinus headaches or sinus pressure and recurrent [cvsurgicalgroup.com]

Common symptoms of nasal polyps include: • Runny nose with clear or colored mucus • Stuffy nose • Postnasal drip • Loss or decreased sense of smell and taste • Headache, sinus [aaaai.org]

These tiny growths in your mucous membranes can cause a wide range of negative symptoms, including an increase in sinus infections, headaches, and sinus congestion. [michiganentallergy.com]

Basilar Migraine

Home Current Health Articles Pressure Headache – Brain Sinus Eye Hypertension Barometric Pressure Headache – Brain Sinus Eye Hypertension Barometric The following is a list [emergingindustries.eu]

The author discusses all common headache conditions: migraine, chronic migraine, status migraine, cluster and related headaches, tension headaches, sinus headaches, cervicogenic [books.google.com]

Worst thing I have EVER been through that sinus headache while flying rash neck blood patch. pain often associated with tearing of the eye flushing In fact I was drained the [bionexgen-fp7.eu]

Upper Respiratory Infection

Less common symptoms include reduced ability to smell, headache, shortness of breath, sinus pain, itchy and watery eyes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bad breath, and body aches [walgreens.com]

They are not effective in treating nasal congestion, sinus pressure, sore throat, headache, or malaise from infections. [studenthealth.ucsf.edu]

[…] drainage, nasal congestion, headaches or tenderness along upper cheekbones If you have any of these symptoms, contact your physician right away, even if you do not feel sick [my.clevelandclinic.org]

Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis

[…] disease, sinus headaches, and the clinical applications of rhinomanometry. [books.google.com]

The role of anticoagulation in cavernous sinus thrombosis. Neurology. 1988 Apr. 38(4):517-22. [Medline]. Peters KS. Secondary headache and head pain emergencies. [emedicine.medscape.com]

While it's highly unlikely to be the result of cavernous sinus thrombosis, a persistent headache usually needs to be investigated. [nhs.uk]

Eastern Equine Encephalitis

Abstract Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus is a highly pathogenic mosquito-borne zoonosis that is responsible for outbreaks of severe disease in humans and equines, resulting in high mortality or severe neurological impairment in most survivors. In the northeastern United States, EEE virus is maintained in an[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Cerebral Thrombosis

Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis: The Forgotten Headache [NUEM Blog. Expert Commentary By Rusinak D]. [nuemblog.com]

Keywords: Sinus thrombosis, headache, papillaedema, magnetic resonance venography, heparin, dabigatran Received: 21.10.2014 Accepted: 22.04.2015 Bu olgu serisinin amaci, serebrovaskuler [go.gale.com]

Complications of venous sinus thrombosis include: Impaired speech Difficulty moving parts of the body Problems with vision Headache Increased fluid pressure inside the skull [hopkinsmedicine.org]

Sphenopalatine Neuralgia

The Journal of Headache and Pain, Vol. 18, Issue. 1, CrossRef Google Scholar Mehle, Mark E. 2017. Sinus Headache, Migraine, and the Otolaryngologist. p. 91. [cambridge.org]

This issue of Neurologic Clinics is devoted entirely to secondary headaches with topics that include: Headaches due to nasal and paranasal sinus disease; Headaches due to [books.google.com]

Sinus Headache, Migraine, and the Otolaryngologist. Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Vol. 133, Issue. 4, p. 489. CrossRef Google Scholar Jones, Nick S. 2004. [cambridge.org]

Sagittal Sinus Thrombosis

Superior sagittal sinus thrombosis in a patient with postdural puncture headache. Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, 28 (1), 64-67. [scholars.northwestern.edu]

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed superior sagittal sinus (SSS) thrombosis and meningeal enhancement. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

To describe a case of superior sagittal sinus thrombosis in the puerperal period and the difficulties encountered in the diagnosis and management. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Cluster Headache

[…] cluster headache: 150.2 7.3 mm, p KEYWORDS: Cluster headache; cavernous sinus; chronic paroxysmal hemicrania [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

It is easy to diagnose, but also easy to mislabel as a sinus headache. View a graphic describing the symptoms and characteristics of cluster headache. [prnewswire.com]

References Further Reading What is a Headache? Types of Headaches Headache Causes and Triggers Using a Headache Diary What is Sinus Headache? [news-medical.net]

Intracranial Sinus Thrombosis

Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis: The Forgotten Headache [NUEM Blog. Expert Commentary By Rusinak D]. [nuemblog.com]

Three patients presented with thunderclap headache: one had superior sagittal sinus thrombosis, one had extensive thrombosis (superior sagittal sinus, lateral sinus, and deep [doi.org]

Retrieved from Introduction Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVT) is becoming recognized as a more common and treatable disorder in young patients. [nuemblog.com]

Viral Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

Other less common symptoms may include foul breath, reduced ability to smell (hyposmia), headache, shortness of breath, sinus pain, itchy and watery eye (conjunctivitis), [cmc.ph]

The following symptoms usually occur with a cold: Runny nose (increased mucus production) Sneezing Nasal and sinus blockage (thick mucus and debris) Headache Sore throat Cough [emedicinehealth.com]

[…] congestion, otitis media, pharyngitis, cough, sore throat, sneezing, headache, and muscle pain. [hindawi.com]

Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalalgia

Sinus headache (SH) is another misdiagnosis often encountered in clinical practice. [thejournalofheadacheandpain.springeropen.com]

Nasal congestion does not necessarily mean that your headache is sinus related. Review “Sinus Headaches” for more information. [americanmigrainefoundation.org]

Other common types of headaches include migraines, cluster headaches, and sinus headaches. [icdlist.com]

Viral Lower Respiratory Infection

[…] patients but less than # in # patients): lower respiratory tract infections (such as bronchitis, pneumonia); upper respiratory tract infections (including cold, runny nose, sinus [et.glosbe.com]

[…] infection); viral infections (including influenza, cold blisters and shingles); bacterial infections (including urinary tract infection); fungal infection; dizziness, vertigo, headache [et.glosbe.com]

Deviated Nasal Septum

sinus pressure headaches, congestion, sinus infections, nosebleeds, and snoring. [vanquishheadacherelief.com]

In addition to allergies, ENT specialists treat deviated septum, rhinitis, sinusitis, sinus headaches and migraines, nasal obstruction and surgery, and more. Dr. [entnet.org]

Oftentimes, what may seem like an “infection” (sinus pain, pressure, nasal congestion, post-nasal drip and headache) is not really an infection, but a sinus migraine, where [doctorstevenpark.com]