Figure 2-1. Types of headaches.
b. Sinus Headache. This type of headache is frontal, dull, or severe; usually
worse in the morning, improved in the afternoon; and worse in cold, damp weather.
(1) Etiology. The sinus headache is caused by acute infection of the
sinuses. Pain radiation is associated with the affected sinus, and nasal congestion,
followed by gradual buildup of pressure in the affected sinus.
(2)
Signs and symptoms.
(a)
Aching pain, usually on face, that worsens when bending over.
(b) Possibly thick, yellow or green nasal discharge (may be associated
with sinusitis).
(c)
Face extremely tender to touch over location of the affected sinus.
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