Headache in the forehead above the eyes

Blocked nose, facial pressure and tenderness can occur with a cold, allergic rhinitis or sinus inflammation. Migraine may feel throbbing and may include nausea, light sensitivity or a need to rest. A long period of close focus, glare or an outdated glasses prescription can cause forehead and eye fatigue. Heat, sweating, poor fluid intake or a missed meal can also trigger head pain. A forehead location by itself does not diagnose a cause.

Write down the start time, duration, activities beforehand, fluid intake, sleep, nasal symptoms and any visual change. This helps distinguish a repeating trigger from a new pattern.

Move away from glare and take a quiet break from screens. Drink fluids, cool down if you have been outdoors, and eat a light meal if you have not eaten. A cool cloth over the forehead may ease discomfort. Use only pain relief that is appropriate for you and follow the package directions; a pharmacist can check for interactions. Do not use leftover antibiotics for headache or sinus symptoms.

Call emergency services for a sudden explosive headache, weakness, confusion, collapse, seizure, new speech difficulty, stiff neck with fever or sudden vision loss. Seek urgent assessment for severe eye pain, a red swollen eye, double vision or symptoms after a head injury. Book a medical review for headaches that persist, recur often, change pattern, or prevent normal activities.

Could my eyes, sinuses, hydration, heat exposure or migraine be contributing? Do I need a vision or neurological examination? Which medicines should I avoid? What pattern would mean I should seek urgent care?