Can running in cold weather trigger a migraine like headache?

I know this sounds really stupid but I went to the track tonight and walked/jogged a mile. It's the first time I've done any type of running in I don't remember how long. I was dressed warm because it was about 20-25 degrees outside. When I finished and got back into my car my chest and ears started burning and my glasses fogged up. A few minutes later my head started hurting. On the drive home I had a little trouble breathing and the headache started getting worse. When I got home I crawled into a hot bath which seemed to help a little. Afterwards I just layed on the couch and read for a couple hours. As I laid there my headache kept getting worse and the other symptoms of a migraine start popping up (sensitivity to light, nausea, severe pain) and my chest started feeling tight again. I just wanted to know if this is normal. It's been awhile since I've pushed myself like I did tonight (especially in cold weather) and I'm just wondering how to make it go away.

Can running in cold weather trigger a migraine like headache?tickets

sounds to me like it is more a sinus issue. You were breathing mostly through your nose I am assuming. The cold air basically froze the mucus in your sinus cavities. The reason it got better in the hot bath was the steam. Try a very warm compress on your upper face, covering your eyes(will help with the light sensitivity) and let it rest until it starts to cool. You may have also started a problem with your ears from the cold too. If you continue to feel dizziness accompanied with nausea, then get some ear candles and follow the directions for them.

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Can running in cold weather trigger a migraine like headache?

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