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This Is What Your Headaches Are Trying To Tell You About Your Health

By Suzanne in Health and Fitness On 18th May 2016

Headaches are considered one of the most common medical complaints. We all experience headaches. It's extremely important to correctly understand what type of a headache is causing you pain and grief. Certain headaches can indicate something is wrong with your health. What becomes important is distinguishing different types of headaches and knowing when to pay attention to them.

#1 Tension Headache

This is your general, common headache. They're never too painful and can easily be remedied with a painkiller to continue on with your day.

#2 Migraines

Migraines can range from moderate to severe pain. They last for relatively long periods of time - four hours to three days. Genetics and environmental factors play a role in the prevalence of migraines, although we know very little about them.

#3 Cluster Headache

Cluster headaches are some of the most severe. Although they don't occur often, when they do, the pain is insufferable. It becomes difficult to sit still and tightness occurs near the eyes. The pain has been identified as having throbbing, burning, and piercing qualities.

#4 Sinus Headache

Sickness or allergies can cause an inflamed sinus. An inflamed sinus can lead to a sinus headache. Affected areas are the bridge of the nose, the forehead, and cheekbones.

#5 Hormone Headaches

Hormonal headaches occur during periods of hormonal change. They are specific to women. Menstruation, menopause, pregnancy, and even birth control pills, can cause this kind of headache.

#6 When To Start Worrying

It's always best to not leave things to chance, so if you are unsure of what to do, seek medical help. It is better to be safe, than sorry.

#7 The Pain Wakes You Up

If the pain is so unbearable that you're having a difficult time staying asleep, seek medical attention. Sleep is a very important part of mental and physical health. Anything jeopardizing that should be deemed as serious.

#8 The Pain Is Initially Unbearable

If the first thing you feel from your headache is unbearable pain, seek help immediately. This is also known as a "thunderclap".

#9 It Is Accompanied By Other Problems

Having headaches can be pretty normal to some people. If the pain is beginning to become accompanied by other side effects, such as loss of vision, numbness, or anything other unusual feelings, you should seek help.

#10 Your Headache Feels Different Than Usual

If the pain from your headache feels out of the ordinary, there may be something wrong. Don't overthink the situation or feel awkward about seeking help. Certain things, such as your health, should not be taken lightly.

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