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Broken Nose Causing Headaches?

asked 1 year ago by Glen in Texas
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
Question viewed 3,034 times
Tags: broken nose, headache

I Have a Broken Nose and I Get Alot of Headache. Can It Be Cuz of my Broken Nose?

7 answers to Broken Nose Causing Headaches?

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Broken Nose and Headaches

Regardless of when you suffered the nasal fracture, see a physician. If the accident was recent, headaches can be secondary to the head trauma and should be evaluated immediately. If  you're talking about an old fracture, there is no urgency; however, nasal obstruction may compromise aeration of your sinuses, causing headaches.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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Broken nose and headaches,

A recent or an old nasal fracture can cause headaches.  The bottom line is, you need to be evaluated by a physician to determine if the broken nose is indeed the cause of your headaches or if there is another cause.
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

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Headaches after Broken Nose

You should really seek medical evaluation if you have continued headaches after a broken nose.  You may have a another injury which was not identified at the time of your broken nose or you may have a complication from your broken nose.  Either way, you should be seen by your doctor for evaluation.  Good luck.
David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Headaches After Broken Nose

Hi Glen, I am getting a headache just thinking about your question!  If your headaches persist, you should be examined by a physician to make sure that you are okay...Okay?  If your nasal septum was dislocated and is pressing against your nasal turbinates, that could result in persistent headaches.  I hope that you are well and that by the time you read this your headaches have gone away for good.  Be well. Dr. P Hope you didn't watch the Cowboy-Redskin gam more
Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Nasal fracture and headaches

Obviously if this is recent trauma you certainly can have headaches. You should have this checked out.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Yes, it can, but better make sure that's all it is!

Yes, you can have pain and headaches after a broken nose, however, you might also have a concussion if the fracture was recent. I urge you to see a physician and let them know the symptoms you are having.
Theda C. Kontis, MD

Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

facialplasticsurgerymd.com

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Broken Nose Causing Headaches

Thanks for the question. Yes a old fracture untreated nose can cause headaches. Seek opinion from ENT or Plastic Surgeons in your area. You will most likely need surgery to help correct this. 
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon

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