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Ep. 228 Sinus Headaches vs. Migraines: Diagnosis and Treatment with Dr. Jessica Lee

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Sinusitis or migraine? Understanding the difference between rhinogenic and primary headaches could change your treatment algorithm. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Jessica Lee, an otolaryngologist from Charleston ENT and Allergy, discusses the prevalence and treatment of sinus headaches with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan.

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SYNPOSIS

The doctors discuss how half of sinus infection diagnoses are often misdiagnosed, with many patients having normal CT scans and nasal endoscopies. Dr. Lee emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between sinus-related headaches and migraines, noting that 80% of sinus headache complaints meet migraine criteria. The conversation covers the use of lifestyle medicine, supplements, medications, and the role of neurologists in managing chronic headaches. Dr. Lee also touches on the role of mycotoxins, drawing from evidence-based practices while stressing patient education and collaboration in treatment.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction
04:10 - Differentiating Sinus Headaches from Other Conditions
10:07 - Lifestyle Factors and Migraine Management
25:45 - Supplements and Treatments for Migraine
30:01 - Iron Supplementation and Dietary Adjustments
31:42 - Medication Management for Migraines
34:52 - Botox as a Treatment Option
44:50 - Mycotoxins and Mold Illness
50:11 - Non-Pharmacologic Options for Headaches
54:00 - Final Thoughts and Recommendations

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RESOURCES

Dr. Jessica Lee
https://charlestonent.com/bio/jessica-lee/

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Sinusitis or migraine? Understanding the difference between rhinogenic and primary headaches could change your treatment algorithm. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Jessica Lee, an otolaryngologist from Charleston ENT and Allergy, discusses the prevalence and treatment of sinus headaches with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan.

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SYNPOSIS

The doctors discuss how half of sinus infection diagnoses are often misdiagnosed, with many patients having normal CT scans and nasal endoscopies. Dr. Lee emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between sinus-related headaches and migraines, noting that 80% of sinus headache complaints meet migraine criteria. The conversation covers the use of lifestyle medicine, supplements, medications, and the role of neurologists in managing chronic headaches. Dr. Lee also touches on the role of mycotoxins, drawing from evidence-based practices while stressing patient education and collaboration in treatment.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction
04:10 - Differentiating Sinus Headaches from Other Conditions
10:07 - Lifestyle Factors and Migraine Management
25:45 - Supplements and Treatments for Migraine
30:01 - Iron Supplementation and Dietary Adjustments
31:42 - Medication Management for Migraines
34:52 - Botox as a Treatment Option
44:50 - Mycotoxins and Mold Illness
50:11 - Non-Pharmacologic Options for Headaches
54:00 - Final Thoughts and Recommendations

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RESOURCES

Dr. Jessica Lee
https://charlestonent.com/bio/jessica-lee/

  continue reading

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