Exertional headache occurs after physical activity, such as coughing, sneezing, and activities like running. They are of two types, primary exertional headache and secondary exertional headache. Primary exertional headache occurs due to physical activity and is usually harmless. Secondary exertional headache occurs after a physical activity due to some health conditions, such as tumors. A throbbing headache, vomiting, loss of consciousness, and double vision are some common symptoms observed. Taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs helps to reduce it.
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Can I take Amoxicillin for my severe headache and suspected viral infection in my throat?
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I hear a ringing sound after using a nasal wash. What can I do to get rid of this?
Query: Hello doctor, I used a nasal wash, and I started getting a ringing sound in my left ear that did not go away. I have never had tinnitus. Did the nasal wash cause it? After I did the nasal wash, my forehead hurt. What can I do to get rid of this? I am very frustrated and annoyed. It has been eight da... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I suppose the saline or water had been flushed through the Eustachian tubes into your middle ear. You can use nasal decongestant drops in a lying down position. The decongestant can open the eustachian tubes to pour th... Read Full »
What is the reason for my chronic headaches?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 28 year old male. I have been having headaches for more than nine years now. I am an internet entrepreneur. So, I use computers a lot, though the usage has reduced significantly since I hired people to help me. However, it is important to note that my headaches started way before... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The headache you are experiencing is a chronic daily headache of chronic tension-type headache. This happens due to being overworked and overstressed in life. Wearing even the best quality glasses are not going to help you. This is because your headache is due to exh... Read Full »
Why am I getting fever and headache post my workout?
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Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your history it is obvious that you are suffering from exercise headache. During exercise your muscle heats up, this results in dilatation of blood vessels that causes increased blood flow to the brain, skin. This heat should be removed from the body so the sk... Read Full »