What Causes Headache During Periods?

Posted on Wed, 8 Oct 2014

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Question : I am on my period, and i have been getting headaches almost everyday. Is this caused because of my period? I am on birth control and have been on it for almost 7 months. I also have post XXXXXXX drip from allergies im assuming. Could it be a sinus headache?

Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (22 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Birth Control Pills, Sinus CT Scan

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query.

1. Birth control pills are known to cause headaches. Birth control pills do not suit every woman and are not designed for long term use.

2. An nasal and throat examination can detect an active post nasal drip. A plain Sinus CT Scan will settle the issue whether you have sinusitis or not.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any follow up queries, I will be available to answer them.

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Sumit Bhatti (6 minutes later)

Can postnasal drip becaused by hormones?

Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for writing back.

1. Yes, hormones (including the ones used in birth control pills) and their fluctuating levels cause congestion and a stuffy nose which leads to a post nasal drip.

2. Other causes such as allergy, colds, sinusitis , acid reflux and so on may also be adding to the process.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any follow up queries, I will be available to answer them.

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Sumit Bhatti (36 hours later)

Can being on your period cause muscle aches? And being run down?

Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (45 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, its a component of PMS.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for writing back.

1. Yes, these are some of the common symptoms (out of many) which are seen in Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS).

2. The type and severity of the symptoms varies from person to person. There exact causes are unknown, hence there are various treatments.

3. You will have to consult a gynecologist for further advice.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any follow up queries, I will be available to answer them.

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar