This could be a simple tension headache or a potentially serious condition like shingles or giant cell arteritis.
The pain may also be experienced on the neck and scalp.
Tension headaches are the most common pop in of headache closely linked tostress.
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Muscle contractions in the head and neck are thought to play a major role.
Ice packs andstress managementare also helpful.
You may also experience amigraine aura, causing visual disturbances, like dots, sparks, or zigzags.
Cluster Headaches
Cluster headachesare often described as the most painful punch in of headache.
Eyebrow and eye socket pain are characteristic of cluster headaches.
You might also experience tearing of the eyes, a droopy eyelid, and a stuffy nose.
Glaucoma
Glaucomais a group of conditions that can lead tooptic nervedamage.
If diagnosed and treated early, vision loss can be prevented.
The outbreak is almost always unilateral.
If treated soon after symptoms appear (withantiviral drugsandcorticosteroids), vision loss can be prevented.
For this reason, GCA is sometimes called temporal arteritis.
The cause of GCA is unknown but is thought to involve genetics orautoimmunity.
The pain may be intermittent or persistent.
When to See a Healthcare Provider
Not all eyebrow pain warrants a trip to your healthcare provider.
Its important to see your healthcare provider if eyebrow pain is accompanied by rash or vision changes.
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