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Chronic daily headache: When to suspect sinus disease

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Migraine may be responsible for many headaches thought to be caused by the sinuses. Patients complaining of “sinus headache” must have a complete ear, nose, and throat examination. Occasionally, chronic headaches may arise from the sinuses; a thorough history is important to search for symptoms of facial pain and pressure along with other nasal sinus symptoms.

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  1. Cleveland Nasal-Sinus and Sleep Center, 5555 Transportation Boulevard, Cleveland, OH, 44125, USA

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Houser, S.M., Levine, H.L. Chronic daily headache: When to suspect sinus disease. Current Science Inc 12, 45–49 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11916-008-0009-2

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