Sphenoid sinusitis, a cause of debilitating headache.

Abstract

We present a case of sphenoid sinusitis resulting in a debilitating headache refractory to both oral and intramuscular analgesics. Despite an aggressive evaluation in the emergency department, the correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment were delayed. Recognition of sphenoid sinusitis, the complications associated with it, and the need for aggressive management are addressed.

• Authors: L Nordeman, E J Lucid
• Journal: The Journal of emergency medicine (J Emerg Med) 1990 Sep-Oct Vol. 8 Issue 5 Pg. 557-9 ISSN: 0736-4679 [Print] United States
• PMID: 2254601 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Adult
• Headache (drug therapy, etiology)
• Humans
• Male
• Sphenoid Sinus (pathology)
• Sphenoid Sinusitis (complications, pathology)