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Why do I have a headache, days after an allergic reaction?

Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine
Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine
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Headaches can be caused by a number on things, a couple of which may be stress and sinus congestion. Seasonal allergies can cause nasal congestion. Generalized allergic reactions can cause a stress reaction, which can lead to headaches. These headaches do not always represent sinus infections and can be normal. These usually resolve with relief of the allergy symptoms.

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