Headache

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A headache can involve pain or aching that occurs in the head, face, mouth, or neck. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at headaches, describing their causes, the various types, how they are diagnosed, and treatment options.

Healthcare providers can categorize most headaches into two types, primary and secondary headaches. This eMedTV segment explains the differences between these two types of headaches and outlines the symptoms of each one.

Strokes, injuries to the neck, and high blood pressure are just a few of the causes of headaches. This eMedTV segment discusses some other headache causes and explains how healthcare providers classify headaches into three different groups.

Nausea, visual disturbances, and sensitivity to light or sound are among the common symptoms of headaches. This eMedTV segment explores other headache symptoms and explains which symptoms may require immediate medical attention.

This eMedTV Web page explains how a headache diagnosis can help a doctor determine the source of a headache and rule out other possible medical conditions. This page describes the questions and tests that may be used in diagnosing headaches.

Most people find that medication is the best option for headache relief. This part of the eMedTV Web site highlights the various medicines (prescription and over-the-counter) available for headache relief, and also discusses natural relief options.

Herbs and lifestyle changes are among the most common natural remedies for headaches. This eMedTV resource explains how minor lifestyle changes, such as increasing physical activity or changing your diet, can provide natural headache relief.

Stress, dehydration, and certain foods are among the common headache triggers. This eMedTV page covers these and other common triggers of headaches and explains that the best way to prevent headaches is to figure out what triggers headaches for you.

Both traction headaches and inflammatory headaches can be signs of more serious problems. This eMedTV segment outlines the various conditions that can be identified by inflammatory and traction headaches (including strokes and brain tumors).

Headache medicines can include over-the-counter drugs and prescription medications. This eMedTV page outlines the medications that are available for headache relief and provides details on specific medicines for migraines and cluster headaches.

A headache diary is one tool you can use to help determine possible headache triggers. This eMedTV article explains how to use a headache diary and describes how this tool will help your doctor determine the best treatment for your headaches.

Home remedies for headaches can include lying down in a dark room or drinking peppermint tea. This eMedTV page takes a look at some other home remedies for headaches and describes situations in which your headaches could indicate something serious.

The two most common types of headaches in children are tension headaches and migraines. This eMedTV page explains the triggers of headaches in children (such as hormonal changes), and also discusses when to call a doctor about headaches in a child.

A dull or throbbing pain and blurry vision are among the possible symptoms of a spinal headache. This eMedTV article lists other spinal headache symptoms -- and also discusses what may cause a spinal headache and how it can be treated.