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Symptoms of Sinus Headache and treatment

By | July 5, 2008

A sinus headache is a headache that occurs because your sinuses are congested with mucus. The sinuses are hollow spaces in the bones of your face. They connect with the nose through small openings. Like the nose, they are lined with membranes that make mucus. Mucus drains through the small openings to the nose. Some symptoms of a sinus headache include pain or pressure in the forehead or around the eyes and cheek(s), tender skin and tender bones over and under the eyes. Stooping down, jarring your head (including with exercise, such as jogging or aerobics), or blowing your nose may make your headache feel worse.

Treatment for Sinus Headache Relief: Treatment for sinus headache relief is by treating the underlying condition, which may be allergic or infectious, and by nasal vasoconstrictors and analgesic (pain-relieving) medication, such as aspirin (in adults only), acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or naproxen sodium. Analgesics containing caffeine may be stronger. Nasal steroid spray is one of the remedies which decrease inflammation, especially if you have allergies or a structural problem contributing to the inflammation (like a nasal polyp). Antibiotics are prescribed. if a bacterial infection is present or suspected. Surgery may be necessary if your sinus headaches are related to structural problems such as a deviated septum or nasal polyps. You can also go for natural cure for the sinus headache. Home remedy is also an effective remedy for sinus headache. A jalapeno pepper is an effective home remedy for sinus headache. A peppermint steam inhalation also provides quick relief for sinus headaches.

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