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Are Headache And Sweating Symptoms Of Sinus Infection?
I started feeling achy and have headaches for the last 4 days. Thought it may be just exhaustion. Took my temp last night and it was 100.5. If I take ibuprofen the headaches are eased but they have been coming back within 4 hrs or so. Overnight last night I did a lot of sweating and figured I was on my way to getting beyond this but then this afternoon the headaches returned. I have had sinus infections in the past so just wondering if this just may be another. Will an antibiotic help?
Mon, 29 Jul 2019
Hello,
Headache, sweating and fever can be caused by a sinus infection but can also be due to a common cold.
Antibiotics are not generally recommended unless you have headaches longer than a week or fever more than 3 days.
Meanwhile, you may continue with ibuprofen and paracetamol, rest, drink plenty and if no better in 2-3 days or you notice any worsening you may need to see your doctor and determine the need for antibiotics.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj,
General and Family Physician
Headache, sweating and fever can be caused by a sinus infection but can also be due to a common cold.
Antibiotics are not generally recommended unless you have headaches longer than a week or fever more than 3 days.
Meanwhile, you may continue with ibuprofen and paracetamol, rest, drink plenty and if no better in 2-3 days or you notice any worsening you may need to see your doctor and determine the need for antibiotics.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj,
General and Family Physician
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