I Have Had A Tension Headache With Some Light Headedness

Posted on Tue, 25 Feb 2020

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Question : I have had a tension headache with some light headedness for 10 days.
I went to a DMG express clinic and was given nasal spray:

1. he said my ears look like they need to pop
2. He said it was nasal congestion there
3. The congestion between the two could cause a headache.

I’ve been taking the nasal spray for 2 days without any relief. What is the next step? How long until i should get additional evaluation?

The headache is a 4 out of 10 and it doesn’t get worse. It sometimes gets better

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Sinusitis to consider and evaluate further.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to "Ask a Doctor " service.

I have read your query.

The next step in your case should be an evaluation about possible sinusitis.

Fir this purpose, imaging of sinuses ( x-rays, CT scan ) and examination by an ENT Doctor is necessary.

If sinusitis will be confirmed, then more treatment options should be considered ( antibiotics, NSAID, endoscopic treatment ).

Discuss with an ENT Doctor for these issues.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

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