Cause of Headache

Whatever the cause of headache, what to do

There is no person in the world who has not had a headache in his life. Headaches can range from a simple fever/cold to a brain tumor symptom.

The most common type of headache patients see are:

* Migraine

* Tension type headache

* Headache due to any infection in the head like – Meningitis, Encephalitis

* Even if the dose of medicine is high, it can cause headache

* Eye, nose-ear-throat problems can also cause headache.

Migraine

Women suffer from migraines more than men. It is usually more common in 15-40 years. The symptoms of migraine headache are-

* There is pain on any side of the head. Pain on one side may be on the other side the next time.

* Pain can last from four hours to 72 hours

* The blood vessels or veins on both sides of the head seem to be throbbing

* Pain intensity increases with light or sound

* Before the onset of pain, symptoms such as dancing lights, crooked lines etc. may appear in front of the eyes

* Lying in the dark reduces the intensity of pain

Tension type headache

This headache is caused by the contraction of the head muscles. Symptoms of this type of headache are:
  Pain all over the head

* Sensation as if the head is being held down

* Pain is not as intense as migraine

* This type of headache can last from a few hours to a few days

* This pain is related to anxiety, family or professional or mental stress.

Meningitis, Encephalitis

This disease usually has fever and headache. The patient may also become unconscious. Hospitalization may be necessary. A headache can be a symptom of a brain tumor or a serious disease.

When do you suspect that there is a serious disease?

* If the pain starts suddenly

* If there is any weakness or talk associated with it

* Weight loss

* If you have a fever

* If there is a weakness

* If accompanied by vomiting

* If age is more than 60 years

To be done

Various painkillers such as paracetamol can be taken to get immediate relief from headache. However, it is better not to take extra pain medication unless absolutely necessary. Medicines can be taken according to the type of headache according to the doctor's advice.