I finally went to the hospital because of a headache caused by rhinitis.

Our whole family has rhinitis. Since yesterday, I have had a headache across my forehead, and I felt dizzy upon waking up this morning, so I visited an ENT specialist. I will look into treatment and management methods for headaches caused by rhinitis.

 

First. What is rhinitis?

It refers to inflammation of the nasal mucosa, causing excessive nasal congestion, runny nose, and sneezing.

 

Second. What are the symptoms caused by rhinitis?

If you have rhinitis, symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea (runny nose), post-nasal drip (mucus reflux), headache, conjunctivitis, nasal itching, and breathing discomfort.

 

Third. Why does a headache caused by rhinitis occur?

Due to rhinitis, nasal congestion or narrowing of the nasal passages reduces oxygen intake, leading to oxygen deficiency and resulting in headaches. The headache can manifest as pain in the forehead or the entire head.

 

Fourth. How to treat headaches caused by rhinitis?

I visited the ENT clinic, received consultation, and was treated for my entire mouth including my nose and ears. I had the nasal mucus removed, disinfected, and came back. The prescribed medications include three types: one to reduce inflammation and relieve pain, one to improve allergy symptoms, and one with anti-allergy effects to improve rhinitis symptoms. I received a two-week supply, taking two pills twice a day. I plan to try the medication for two weeks, and if my symptoms do not improve, I have made an appointment to return to the hospital.

 

Fifth. What is the home care method?

Wash your hands frequently and be careful not to catch a cold. Be sure to wear a mask when going out, regularly run the air purifier indoors, and wash the bedding you use. Keep the room warm, increase the temperature, and turn on the humidifier.

 

Today, when I went to the ENT clinic, I saw a huge number of patients, including children and adults. It seems that pneumonia and respiratory illnesses are widespread. I need to maintain strict personal hygiene and take good care of my health.