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What Causes Constant Headache That Worsens Especially While Bending Down?
I had congestion and a cold that lasted about 2 days but 10 days later I am still having headaches, thought headache was from congestion. Not congested anymore but still have headaches-i do not wake up with one but by end of day I have terrible one, worsw when bending over or cough. never had sinus problems or headav\ches in the past
Mon, 31 Jan 2022
Hello,
You never had sinus problems or headaches in the past. You had congestion and cold 2 days ago and are experiencing constant headache since then that gets worse on bending down. Dry air and dry sinuses after cold can increase sinus pressure and cause headache. Use room humidifier to stay comfortable. Steam inhalation once a day or saline wash twice daily will help to get rid of congestion and reduce headache. Decongestants are also helpful.
Do not skip meals, stay well hydrated and eat well to ensure your blood pressure is normal and you are not dehydrated. Take pain relievers like such as ibuprofen (Advil) and pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) will help to relieve symptoms. Stay away from addictions if any. Get clinically examined by an ENT, get X-ray PNS done to detect nasal septal deviation that may be causing sinusitis. You will be accordingly treated.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
You never had sinus problems or headaches in the past. You had congestion and cold 2 days ago and are experiencing constant headache since then that gets worse on bending down. Dry air and dry sinuses after cold can increase sinus pressure and cause headache. Use room humidifier to stay comfortable. Steam inhalation once a day or saline wash twice daily will help to get rid of congestion and reduce headache. Decongestants are also helpful.
Do not skip meals, stay well hydrated and eat well to ensure your blood pressure is normal and you are not dehydrated. Take pain relievers like such as ibuprofen (Advil) and pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) will help to relieve symptoms. Stay away from addictions if any. Get clinically examined by an ENT, get X-ray PNS done to detect nasal septal deviation that may be causing sinusitis. You will be accordingly treated.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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