Jonathan Higgins asked:


Could you have a sinus headache? Do you know what the sinus headache symptoms are? Nothing is more of a pain than a headache. In fact, the Chinese use headache as an adjective to describe things that bother them in the same way that we use the phrase “pain in the neck”. Headaches are no laughing matter. Chronic headache pain can seriously disrupt people’s lives. Perhaps worse than the headache is not knowing what kind of headache you have. Knowing what the sinus headache symptoms are can help you either rule out sinus headache or correctly diagnose it.

Sinus headache symptoms are painful like other headaches. The difference is the pain is localized in the sinus area. The sufferer of a sinus headache will feel intense pain in the forehead. This is the upper region of sinus cavity. The pain will continue down through the bridge of nose and finally into the cheeks. The sufferer shouldn’t feel pain in any other region of the head.

Other sinus headache symptoms include stuffy ears. If you have ever flown in an airplane with congested sinus and experienced that terrible pain in your ears, then you know that the ears will be affected when you have sinus trouble. Always bring some benadryl when you go on a flight. Other sinus headache symptoms are facial swelling, a fever and nasal discharge. Also, sufferers of a sinus headache will feel an increase in pain with sudden quick movement of the head or if you strain.

Treatment of a sinus headache can be a two part approach. First, you want to treat the sinus issue. You should visit a doctor to see if you have a sinus infection. If you do, he or she will probably prescribe an antibiotic. I personally try to avoid taking antibiotics if at all possible because I believe they do more harm than good. Rather, I take large doses of probiotics. Seventy percent of our immune system is in the digestive track. Probiotics flood your system with the good bacteria needed to boost your immune system and fight off disease. In any event, if you often suffer from sinus headache symptoms, you might have a deficient immune system. Do you eat a lot of sugar-laden foods and beverages? Sugar kills your immune system. Take a close look at your diet to see if your lifestyle is the reason for your sinus headaches.

The second aspect of treating a sinus headache involves treating the symptoms. Your doctor can suggest the proper painkillers to ease the pain. This may involve taking an antihistamine.

As I always say, be sure you find out why you are getting sinus headaches. Don’t just treat the symptoms and ignore the cause of your condition. This may include examining your diet and lifestyle habits and possibly changing them.



Edgar

Low Jeremy asked:


Statistics say that headache is one of the most common illnesses experienced by people not only in the United States but also of those who are living in different parts of the world. In fact, studies also show that a large percent of people from different places are also large consumers of different painkillers-the first aid in relieving headache.

Experts say that there are different types of headache that are traced to different causes. The most popular triggers for headache are usually lifestyle-related like poor and unbalanced diet, unmanaged stress, recurrent muscle tension, and lack of regular physical activity or exercise. Aside from these, headache can also be a result of more serious disorders like brain tumor. If you are one of those who experiences headaches often, maybe it’s now time to extend your knowledge about the common illness and discover what you can do to totally eliminate headache in your life.

KNOWING HEADACHE

As defined, headache refers to the pain in any part of a person’s head. Headaches are experienced when fatigue and stress, muscular tensions, dilated blood vessels, and others stimulate the delicate nerve fibers found in the head.

Experts agree that headaches can be classified to migraine headaches which refer to the type of severe and recurrent headache that comes with painful throbbing on the temples, nausea and impaired vision; cluster headaches which are said to bear similarities to migraines only they are experienced in short durations and occur daily over weeks or months; and tension headaches that refers to the type of headache that can strike consistent location and result to contractions of the face, scalp, or neck muscles.

Headaches are also diagnosed as vascular, muscle contraction or tension, traction and inflammatory. Experts say that vascular headache refers to the involved abnormal function of the person’s vascular system or brain’s blood vessels while muscle contraction headache involve the tightening or tensing of the muscles in the person’s face and neck.

Traction and inflammatory headaches, on the other hand, are considered as symptoms of other related disorders such as infection, stroke and other serious neurological disorders.

Experts say that the treatment of headache depends largely on its cause. The most common headache treatment out there is taking over the counter medicines such as analgesics like aspirin and acetaminophen. Others suggest common headache remedies like using hot or cold compresses, exercise, enough sleep, proper die, and regular exercise to avoid recurrent headaches.

But, if your headache still doesn’t subside after doing these simple treatments, ask your healthcare provider or physician to examine you thoroughly so proper medication is given in case your headache is a result of a more complicated disorder.



Joan

Anaiza asked:


I have been on birth control pills for 1 1/2 weeks and am experiencing bad toothaches on the right side on my face only and headaches.
It gets worse at night time too.
Thank you for your help.

Alicia

Alien asked:


For people who are prone to headaches identifying triggers is an important part of pain management. Alcohol is a common headache trigger for those who already suffer from headaches and on top of that, those who are usually headache-free will still suffer headaches from the hangover effect.

Headache Triggers

Alcoholic drinks contain ethanol, which can contribute to headaches through various mechanisms. Headaches begin from blood vessel vasodilation and ethanol can prompt these changes. In addition, ethanol is a diuretic and prompts the urinary loss of several vitamins and minerals, as well as causing dehydration.

Headaches may occur shortly following consumption of alcohol or the next morning, with the infamous ‘hangover.’ Those occurring shortly after tend to indicate specific alcohol sensitivity and are more likely to occur in people who already experience migraines or other such headaches.

Cluster headaches, in particular, are triggered by alcohol. For some people, it is the precise type of alcoholic drink that causes a headache. A person may experience a headache from one glass of wine but find that he or she can drink several shots of vodka without suffering from a headache. Even within wines, for example, some may find that a glass of white wine causes no problem yet red wine leaves them with an excruciating migraine. Red wine contains tyramine, which is a known migraine trigger and so avoidance of red wine may be necessary for some people.

Hangovers

A hangover is essentially a toxic reaction to alcohol and can even be considered food poisoning. Alcohol is a diuretic, thereby flushing fluids from your body, and will generally leave you quite dehydrated as well as contributing to a headache. Many of the impurities in addition to the alcohol itself can leave your stomach feeling upset and uncomfortable. Symptoms of a hangover include:

* Headache

* Extreme thirst

* Nausea

* Vomiting

* Fatigue

* Diarrhoea

There are several things you can do to avoid a hangover and the subsequent headaches that occur, with complete elimination of alcohol being the obvious one. Other tips include:

* Hydrate yourself prior to drinking with either water or sports drinks.

* Limit the amount of alcohol you consume to one or two drinks.

* Avoid those drinks that trigger headaches, such as red wine, for example.

* Eat before you drink, with a focus on sufficient fat. Fat takes the longest to digest of the macronutrients, and will help to slow the absorption of alcohol.

Painkillers

Be extremely cautious the next day if taking any painkillers for your headache, as alcohol still in your system combined with painkillers such as acetaminophen can have dangerous effects. Be sure to drink water to combat the dehydration caused by the alcohol. Many people drink coffee the next morning but as coffee it also a diuretic, this will only increase your dehydration and may also further upset your stomach and intensify your headache.

Alcohol Safety

You are the one to decide how much alcohol you can safely consume before you suffer from a headache. You may need to make a note of which drinks seem to trigger your migraines or other headaches. If you are fortunate enough to normally be headache-free, taking a little extra care before, during and after drinking by eating a balanced meal, drinking sufficient fluids and avoiding excessive amounts of alcohol can help prevent a hangover headache the next day. With a little extra effort in looking after yourself, you should be able to enjoy a few drinks and your body will thank you the next day. You’ll feel better for it and can avoid those painful headaches.



Harry

Me asked:


I got my eyes checked and they are fine. I am going to the dr next week, but this is driving me crazy.

I get headaches for around 3 - 5 days at a time. Not migranes, but dull throbbing headaches…they get severe, then let up for a little bit. They go away for a day or so, then it starts all over again.

Jeanne

tchme asked:


I get terrible headaches when I drink most wines or liquors. I found a Pinoit Grigio from Italy is fine, as well as Vodka distilled 5 times. I know there’s something that’s triggereing migraines in the liquor and those 2 liquors are apparently void of it. Do you know what’s in liquor that’s casuing headaches and what else is out there that might work for me to drink?

Diane

Ann Marier asked:


Extreme fatigue, a burning fever, an irritating cough, a runny nose, a sore throat - these symptoms frequently indicate that you are getting sick. If you are experiencing these symptoms in addition to a headache, you may have sinusitis.

However, many people misdiagnose themselves with sinusitis when in fact they simply have a migraine or tension headache. Thus, it is important to know the accompanying symptoms of a sinus headache and what to do in order to treat them.

What is a Sinus Headache?

Sinus headaches, which usually occur first thing in the morning, cause you to experience fullness, pain, and pressure in your brow, cheeks, or forehead. Many times, sinus headaches worsen if you lie down or lean forward. If a sinus headache becomes a never-ceasing, dull ache, then it has most likely become chronic.

Frequently, sinus headaches are confused with migraines and tension headaches. This is because the symptoms of a sinus headache and the symptoms of both migraines and tension headaches are often similar or the same. Like sinus headaches, migraines are often worsened when you lean forward or lie down.

The symptoms of a migraine are also very similar to the symptoms of a sinus headache -

that is, it is common for people to experience nasal congestion and discharge as well as facial pressure in both cases. One way to distinguish a migraine from a sinus headache is that migraines are more likely than sinus headaches to be accompanied by nausea, worsened by bright light or noise, and feel throbbing or pounding.

How Likely am I to Develop the Symptoms of a Sinus Headache?

There are several risk factors which make it more likely for one to experience the accompanying symptoms of a sinus headache. For example, people with asthma, allergies, or a weak immune system are more likely than others to develop chronic sinusitis and experience the symptoms of a sinus headache.

Treatment of a Sinus Headache

It is important to seek treatment for a sinus headache if they grow extremely severe. Also, if you experience the following symptoms of a sinus headache, it is best to consult your doctor as soon as possible: a fever higher than 100.5 degrees Fahrenheit, a stiff neck, confusion, and pain or swelling around the face and eyes.

Although the doctor may have difficulty at first diagnosing sinusitis, he or she will be able to distinguish sinusitis. This is based on your description of your symptoms and on their examination of your sinuses.

If you do, in fact, have sinusitis, the only way to treat the disease is through the use of antibiotics. Sometimes, if the root of the problem can be traced back to a structural problem in your nose, your doctor may recommend correctional surgery.



Christopher

andie asked:


Lately, I’ve been getting major headaches. Every time I take some pills to deal with the pain. My concern is that this will have a bad circumstance, since I am doing this on a daily basis. What are some best ways to get rid of major headaches without taking pills? Thanks so much for the help.

Ernest

rebel_prince_81 asked:


I have taken all kinds of medicine my doctor prescribed me but hey don’t seem to be working. I am ready to try any hollistic or home remedy’s anyone may know of. I am willing to try anything to stop these unbearable headaches.

Dora

Alien asked:


Headaches: just about everyone has had at least one in their lifetime. There’s a lucky few that have never had one. Headaches can be mild, tension caused, or the migraine, the most painful. There are cluster headaches, which is when you have one headache after another. They can occur daily for weeks at a time. While painful and annoying, the majority of headaches do not indicate a serious disorder and, in non-chronic cases, may be relieved by medicines and/or changes in lifestyle.

Types

Primary headache accounts for about 90% of all headaches. There are three types of primary headache: tension headache, cluster headache, and migraine.

What are the causes of headaches?

There are two types of headaches: primary headaches and secondary headaches. Primary headaches are not associated with (caused by) other diseases. Examples of primary headaches are migraine headaches, tension headaches, and cluster headaches. Secondary headaches are caused by associated disease. The associated disease may be minor or serious and life threatening.

Symptoms

Following are the signs that indicate the presence of this ailment:

* Headache can be mild, moderate or severe pain that affects the whole head, a part of the head, forehead or the eyes.

* Nausea

* Difficulty in sleeping

* Loss of appetite

* Feeling of uneasiness

Home remedies for headaches

# Apply an ice pack to the painful area of your head. Try placing it on your forehead, temples or the back of your neck.

# Take a warm bath or shower; take a nap; or take a walk.

# Ask someone to rub your neck and back, or treat yourself to a massage.

#A peeled and chopped apple, with a sprinkle of salt eaten first thing in the morning, for at least a week will cure chronic headaches.

#Vivid blue flowers are typical of many of the best nerve herbs and skullcap is one of them. Chop ½ cup of the leaves and flowers and add to 2 cups of boiling water. Steep 15 minutes and strain. Sweeten with honey and drink several cups a day. It can be used to treat epilepsy, convulsions, and any involuntary trembling of the limbs. Skullcap is also used during drug or alcohol withdrawal to lessen symptoms of withdrawal.

#In case of headaches caused by sun radiations, flowers of henna are found effective. Rub the henna flowers in vinegar and apply it all over your head. This home remedy will give instant relief.

Dos and don’ts

* Simple cooked vegetables without oil, vegetable juices and soup, fruits like apple, mango, grapes and fruit juices should be taken in ample quantities. Rice, salad and buttermilk are also good.

* Some sweets and milk products can be taken moderately with small quantities of nuts.

* Hot cow milk is very good to drink.

Prevention

The following healthy habits can lessen stress and reduce your chance of getting headaches:

* Getting adequate sleep

* Eating a healthy diet

* Exercising regularly

* Stretching your neck and upper body, especially if your work involves typing or using a computer



Juan