Sinus Headache - Gallbladder Channel Damp-Heat Pattern
Sinus Headache · Gallbladder Channel Damp-Heat Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Head
Pattern Overview
Gallbladder Channel Damp-Heat is a severe pattern in sinus headache, characterized by acute bacterial sinusitis, severe headache, purulent nasal discharge (yellow-green), bitter taste, and irritability. The core pathogenesis is Gallbladder Channel Damp-Heat ascending along the channel, causing heat-toxin accumulation in the sinuses, pus formation, and severe headache.
Sinus Headache - Spleen Deficiency with Dampness Pattern
Sinus Headache · Spleen Deficiency with Dampness Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Head
Pattern Overview
Spleen Deficiency with Dampness is a chronic pattern in sinus headache, characterized by chronic sinusitis mucosal edema, heavy head sensation, fatigue, poor appetite, and nasal congestion with sticky discharge. The core pathogenesis is Spleen deficiency causing Dampness accumulation, leading to mucosal edema, impaired mucociliary clearance, and chronic sinusitis.
Sinus Headache - Wind-Cold Pattern
Sinus Headache · Wind-Cold Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Head
Pattern Overview
Wind-Cold is a common pattern in sinus headache, characterized by acute sinus mucosal congestion and edema, headache radiating to the nose, nasal congestion with clear discharge, sneezing, and chills. The core pathogenesis is invasion of Wind-Cold pathogens into the nasal passages, causing Lung Qi to fail to disperse, nasal congestion, and headache.
Sinus Headache - Wind-Heat Pattern
Sinus Headache · Wind-Heat Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Head
Pattern Overview
Wind-Heat is a common pattern in sinus headache, characterized by acute sinus mucosal inflammation, headache radiating to the nose, yellow nasal discharge, fever, and sore throat. The core pathogenesis is invasion of Wind-Heat pathogens into the nasal passages, causing Lung Qi to fail to clear, nasal mucosal inflammation, and headache.
Sinus Headache: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide
Sinus Headache: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide
Updated: June 22, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 6 min
Body Area: Head
Overview
Sinus headache affects approximately 30 million Americans annually, presenting as pressure and pain in the forehead, cheekbones, and around the eyes. Unlike migraines, sinus headache is typically accompanied by nasal congestion, post-nasal drip, and pain that worsens with bending forward. It is often triggered by respiratory infections, allergies, or barometric pressure changes.