Having a headache when you are coughing is not uncommon.
Ongoingtension headachesandmigraine headachesusually worsen with head movements, such as coughing or leaning over.
This article discusses how coughing and headaches could be related and when this combination is something to worry about.
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It also discusses what steps you’re able to take to relieve your symptoms.
Most of these conditions are mild and can resolve with medical treatment, rest, and staying hydrated.
Secondary Headache
Primary headache:Headache disorderslike migraine and tension headachescause primary headaches.
These headaches are not dangerous and can be relieved with pain treatment or specific headache therapies.
In rare instances, a severe cough can lead to problems that cause a headache.
However, if you do not have a bacterial infection, there is absolutely no benefit to using antibiotics.
In fact, antibiotics contribute to the development of resistant bacterial strains.
Talk to a healthcare provider about the best treatment for the cough.
In some cases, they can prescribe a prescriptioncough suppressant.
Headache Treatment
Many effective treatments can provide pain relief for a headache.
Talk to a healthcare provider about which home remedies and OTC treatments they recommend for your condition.
Prescription treatments for headache andmigrainesinclude:
Summary
Cough and headache can go hand in hand.
A cough can exacerbate any throw in of headache.
Of the many causes of cough, some can also lead to mild or moderate headaches.
Effective treatments can help relieve your head pain and can also help relieve your cough.
Your healthcare provider will help advise you regarding home remedies, over-the-counter treatments, and prescription therapies.
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