Headache
This page will help you answer your questions about headaches.
What is a headache?
Tension Headache.
- The most common type of headache is characterized by pain or pressure in the neck, forehead, or scalp. It can last between 30 minutes and 7 days.
Cluster Headache
Migraine
Migraine is characterized by moderate to severe throbbing pain, often accompanied by visual changes or nausea.
- What are the causes of headaches?
- Lack of sleep, or sleeping more than usual.
- Daily stress and physical or mental exhaustion.
- Not drinking enough water.
- Excessive use of painkillers.
- Skipping main meals..
- Eye problemsanddiseases.
- Hormonal changes during menstruation or menopause.
- Sinusitis.
- Head injuries.
- Ear problems..
High blood pressure (hypertension).
- How to deal with headaches? Tips to help reduce headaches.
- Drink adequate amounts of water.
- Take a rest.
- Avoid stress and pressure.
- Ensure you eat all main meals.
- Avoid sleeping longer than usual.
- Avoid straining your eyes for long periods by looking at screens.
- Take pain relievers in the recommended amounts as directed by your doctor.
Exercise regularly.
- When should you see a doctor?
- – If the headache persists even after taking painkillers.
- – If the headache recurs frequently and consistently.
- – If you experience a sudden and severe headache.
– If the headache interferes with your daily activities.
- – If the headache is accompanied by:
- Jaw pain during eating.
- Sores on the scalp.
A feeling of fatigue.
- – If you have a very severe headache accompanied by:
- Difficulty speaking ormemory loss..
- Fever and chills with neck stiffness or a rash.
- Mental confusion and drowsiness.
- Vision problems.
Severe pain with redness in one eye.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there factors and triggers that cause headaches?
- Yes, and these factors vary from person to person. They may include:
- Stress.
- Anxiety.
- Hormonal changes in women.
- Loud noise.
- Strongsmells..
- Smoking. (Refer to the guide to quitting smoking.)
- Lack of sleep hours.
- Fatigue.