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What Causes Headaches And Pressure On The Face?
Hey I’m having sinus problems right now I think I caught a viral thing any who I’m having headaches in the top of my head. I was having the pressure in my face since it started about 2 weeks ago but now I get the headaches in the top top back of my head. I’m a little worried has to what it is. I’m researching and it’s all sinus related
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Hello,
As per your clinical history is concerned, please follow like this:
1) Do a clinical examination by your Doctor [ENT] and to confirm do few tests [CBC with differential, nasal endoscopy, sinus culture and CT scan].
2) Do take OTC decongestants and nasal drops like [oxymetazoline].
3) Discuss with your Doctor about a course of antibiotics like [doxycycline].
Do follow lifestyle modifications like this:
1) Try to avoid upper respiratory infections. Minimize contact with people who have colds. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially before your meals.
2) Carefully manage your allergies. Work with your doctor to keep symptoms under control.
3) Try to avoid cigarette smoke and polluted air. Tobacco smoke and other pollutants can irritate and inflame your lungs and nasal passages.
4) Use a humidifier. If the air in your home is dry, such as it is if you have forced-air heat, adding moisture to the air may help prevent sinusitis.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo
As per your clinical history is concerned, please follow like this:
1) Do a clinical examination by your Doctor [ENT] and to confirm do few tests [CBC with differential, nasal endoscopy, sinus culture and CT scan].
2) Do take OTC decongestants and nasal drops like [oxymetazoline].
3) Discuss with your Doctor about a course of antibiotics like [doxycycline].
Do follow lifestyle modifications like this:
1) Try to avoid upper respiratory infections. Minimize contact with people who have colds. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially before your meals.
2) Carefully manage your allergies. Work with your doctor to keep symptoms under control.
3) Try to avoid cigarette smoke and polluted air. Tobacco smoke and other pollutants can irritate and inflame your lungs and nasal passages.
4) Use a humidifier. If the air in your home is dry, such as it is if you have forced-air heat, adding moisture to the air may help prevent sinusitis.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo
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