In rare cases, headaches can signify a more serious underlying condition requiring prompt medical attention.
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What Are the Different Types of Headaches?
Tension headacheandmigraineare the most common types of headache.
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Tightness around thetemples, the scalp, and the neck can also be present.
The head pain isalways present, although the severity can change.
Other symptoms ofcluster headacheinclude:
Thunderclap Headache
Athunderclap headacheis severe and comes on in seconds.
It is often described as a pain, unlike anything the person has felt before.
The pain can occur anywhere in the head and down the back of the neck.
Sinus Headache
Commonsinus headachesymptoms ofsinus painand congestion are often symptoms of a migraine attack.
The pain typically goes away within a few minutes.
They can also occur due to an underlying medical condition.
Estrogenhormone replacement therapymight also be a migraine trigger in some women.
Too much sleep can also trigger a migraine attack.
Infections or Illnesses
Colds,the flu, or asinus infectioncan all cause headaches.
In rare cases, headaches can be sparked by infection or atumor.
Medications
Certain medications can trigger headaches.
Bleedingin and around the brain orblood clotsthat stop blood flow to parts of the brain can all cause headaches.
Brain swelling(edema) from injury,altitude sickness, orcarbon monoxide poisoningcan also cause headaches.
How Can I Figure Out the Cause of My Headaches?
Your healthcare provider can determine if further workup is necessary and how to relieve symptoms.
How Do I Know If My Frequent Headaches Are Serious?
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