Is there such a thing as a sinus headache?

Question

if so what are the symptoms besides pain, and what are recommended treatments?

Answer 1

You take a sinus medication and not regular aspirin (my wife gets them a lot)

Answer 2

I get sinus headaches a lot. There are pressure points across the forehead; if
they hurt definitely sinus. There is also an area under the eyes and across the
nose that has pressure points. Hot packs can help and lying down in a dark
room for a while will also help. I also use a good magnetic mask which has
helped a lot. Steam is another thing that can help just don't get too close or it
can be harmful. I hope that this helps even a little bit. Take care. After I clicked submit I noticed somebody recommended the Mayo Clinic. That is
an excellent idea. I get their newsletters at least once a week. That is an excellent site. Give it a try.

Answer 3

Yes, when the sinus cavity is swollen or irritated you will have a sinus headache. I usually take a Sinus medication, an over the counter kind, and if that doesn't cut it, I go get an antibiotic from the Dr. There are a lot of very serious sinus infections right now, on the tail end of the flu going around. Your sinus' can burst and you can bleed to death so don't mess around with this. Good Luck and God Bless

Answer 4

yes, there are such things as sinus headaches. treatment depends on how severe the pain is. if it is concentrated between the brows and down towards the bridge of the nose
and hurts when pressure is exerted there if could possibly be a sinus infection which you would need to see a doctor and get some antibiotics. call your doctor in any case and get their suggestions, which may be a visit to his or her office.
most doctors will not prescribe an antibiotic by phone.

Answer 5

Yes, your sinuses are in your face behind your nose, eyes and cheeks. They connect to your nasal passages, throat, and ear canals. They can become inflamed and infected and you can get pulps in them. All of which can cause sinus headaches. If you have a cold just use over the counter sinus medicine. But if the pain continues see a doctor immediately. You may have a sinus infection that can put pressure on your eyes and spread to your ears and throat. You will need antibiotics to clear this up. There are many things that can cause problems with your sinuses so ask your doctor about them.

Answer 6

Eye pressure, feeling of being underwater, or like you have jelly in your brain.

Try a saline nasal RINSE (not a spray) A full warm water saline rinse goes in one nostril and out the other. It draws out all the gunk and shrinks the tissue (like swimming in the ocean). I've been doing it at work too.

The buffered salt doesn't 'sting' as much as plain salt water. You can use a new method like Nasopure, or the vintage, Netipot. The special bottle and salt is about $20.

You can do this a often as you like with no bad side effects.

You don’t need a prescription for this therapy. So if you live in a state like mine, they’ve pretty much “outlawed” sudafed medicine. Drug-free is really the way to go on a frequent-use basis. (I put in a link for “what” and “how” – there’s also some good info on wiki)

Answer 7

Pain in the front of your head typically above the eyes, like a light hammer hitting you, constant.

Typically caused by an allergic reaction, cold a few reasons. Common medication at a drugstore can relieve it some.

google Sinus Headache.

Answer 8

yes .. .see article at link:

Headaches can accompany sinusitis, a condition in which the membranes lining the sinuses become swollen and inflamed. But many people who assume they have sinus headaches actually have migraines or tension headaches.

When sinus headaches caused by sinusitis do occur, proper diagnosis and treatment are the keys to relief.

Answer 9

There is. Most of the doctors recommend Advil cold and sinus. Watch to make sure that you are able to take the ingredients. There are some in there that I can't have.
Entex LA used to be a preferred treatment until it got pulled from the market.

Answer 10

Tylonel Sinus, works for me.... Yes Sinus headaches are the worst. It feelsl ike someone is stabbing you in the head right? Argh! You should try um WebMD.com they have lots of info on there.

Answer 11

Pain in the sinus area does not automatically mean that you have a sinus disorder. On the other hand, sinus and nasal passages can become inflamed leading to a headache. Headache is one of the key symptoms of patients diagnosed with acute or chronic sinusitis. In addition to a headache, sinusitis patients often complain of:

Pain and pressure around the eyes, across the cheeks and the forehead
Achy feeling in the upper teeth
Fever and chills
Facial swelling
Nasal stuffiness
Yellow or green discharge

However, it is important to note that there are some cases of headaches related to chronic sinusitis without other upper respiratory symptoms. This suggests that an examination for sinusitis be considered when treatment for a migraine or other headache disorder is unsuccessful.

Treatment For A Sinus Headache

Sinus headaches are associated with a swelling of the membranes lining the sinuses (spaces adjacent to the nasal passages). Pain occurs in the affected region – the result of air, pus, and mucus being trapped within the obstructed sinuses. The discomfort often occurs under the eye and in the upper teeth (disguised as a headache or toothache). Sinus headaches tend to worsen as you bend forward or lie down. The key to relieving the symptoms is to reduce sinus swelling and inflammation and facilitate mucous drainage from the sinuses.

There are several at-home steps that help prevent sinus headache or alleviate its pain. They include:
Breathe moist air: Relief for a sinus headache can be achieved by humidifying the dry air environment. This can be done by using a steam vaporizer or cool-mist humidifier, steam from a basin of hot water, or steam from a hot shower.
Alternate hot and cold compresses: Place a hot compress across your sinuses for three minutes, and then a cold compress for 30 seconds. Repeat this procedure three times per treatment, two to six times a day.
Nasal irrigation: Some believe that when nasal irrigation or rinse is performed, mucus, allergy creating particles and irritants such as pollens, dust particles, pollutants and bacteria are washed away, reducing the inflammation of the mucous membrane. Normal mucosa will fight infections and allergies better and will reduce the symptoms. Nasal irrigation helps shrink the sinus membranes and thus increases drainage. There are several over-the-counter nasal rinse products available. Consult your ear, nose, and throat specialist for directions on making a home nasal rinse or irrigation solution.
Over-the-counter medications: Some over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are highly effective in reducing sinus headache pain. The primary ingredient in most OTC pain relievers is aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, naproxen, or a combination of them. The best way to choose a pain reliever is by determining which of these ingredients works best for you.
Decongestants: Sinus pressure headaches caused by allergies are usually treated with decongestants and antihistamines. In difficult cases, nasal steroid sprays may be recommended.
Alternative medicine: Chinese herbalists use Magnolia Flower as a remedy for clogged sinus and nasal passages. In conjunction with other herbs, such as angelica, mint, and chrysanthemum, it is often recommended for upper respiratory tract infections and sinus headaches, although its effectiveness for these problems has not been scientifically confirmed.

If none of these preventative measures or treatments is effective, a visit to an ear, nose, and throat specialist may be warranted. During the examination, a CT scan of the sinuses may be ordered to determine the extent of blockage caused by chronic sinusitis. If no chronic sinusitis were found, treatment might then include allergy testing and desensitization (allergy shots). Acute sinusitis is treated with antibiotics and decongestants. If antibiotics fail to relieve the chronic sinusitis and accompanying headaches, endoscopic or image-guided surgery may be the recommended treatment.