Why Does Headache Occur

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Headaches can be caused by many things. The doctor can determine the cause and appropriate treatment is based on a complete examination.

In general, headaches can be classified based on the cause, the headache is not associated with other diseases or so-called primary headache and headache caused by other diseases or also called secondary headache. Here is the explanation.

Primary headache

Primary headache is a headache caused by disturbances in the structure of the head which is sensitive to the pain and not the symptoms of other diseases.

There are several factors that play a role in primary headache, among which are disorders of the neck and head muscles, the chemical activity in the brain, blood vessels or / and nerves. In some people, the primary headache is a condition that is hereditary in her family. Here are some types of primary headache is the most common.

Tension headaches. This is a type of headache is the most common. Usually people who experience this type of headache will feel as if the rubber band is wrapped around the head and the head was pressed constantly. Some things that could be the cause is depression, lack of sleep, stress, dehydration, skipping meals, and eating too much liquor.

Migraine. Migraines are less common than with tension headaches. People who experience migraine will feel one side or both sides of the head as if beating. These headaches can be repeated and made a disrupted daily routine. Migraines can be treated with drugs are sold freely, but if experienced severe migraines, see your doctor to get the prescription drugs that are stronger and get further treatment.

Cluster headaches. Headache attacks can occur for one or two months a year. Cluster headache patients feel tremendous pain and spread to around one eye. Cluster headache symptoms can not be alleviated by drugs are free, but you can consult a doctor to relieve pain through more specific treatments such as sumatriptan and lithium.

Secondary headaches

Secondary headaches are headaches caused by active nerve pain in the head due to an illness. Here are some common causes of headache.

• sinusitis
• Flu
• ear infections
• pengar
• teething problems
• Consumption of monosodium glutamate (MSG) excessive
• Consuming foods or beverages that are too cold suddenly
• Using head coverings or fixtures that are too tight for example helmets
• Hormonal changes in women taking birth control pills, for example after
• Interference with the vision eg glaucoma

Following are the causes of secondary headaches are less common:

• Blockage of blood vessels in the brain
• Inflammation of the brain
• Concussion
• trigeminal neuralgia
• brain aneurysm
• Carbon monoxide poisoning
• panic attacks
• meningitis

In addition, there are several types of secondary headache specific like the following.

Rebound headaches caused by frequent use of analgesics.

Thunderclap headache which makes sufferers experience severe headaches, occur suddenly and with such basic cause potentially fatal bleeding in the brain.

Spinal headache caused by a lack of cerebrospinal fluid after anesthesia or trauma.

See your doctor to get an accurate diagnosis and further treatment for headaches suffered may be a symptom of a serious illness. You should be aware of the following points and are advised to see a doctor if you experience it.

Headache that does not go away after taking the drug.

Headaches were so severe that interfere with daily activities.

Headache that causes the body was not healthy between attacks of headache.

Severe headache accompanied by other symptoms such as stiff Lehel, feel numb, faint, hard to see, hard to speak and understand a conversation or a difficult walk.

In addition to be aware of some things as mentioned above, if you experience a severe headache sudden and symptoms as mentioned below, immediately go to the hospital.

• difficult runs
• fainting
• interrupted view
• Difficult to understand speech
• difficult to talk
• Stiff neck
• Fever
• One side of the body felt weak, numbness, or paralysis

A recurring headaches associated with multiple risk factors such as the following:

• obesity
• agitated
• Often taking pain medication
• snore
• Depression
• Physical activity makes the neck or the head to be tense
• Too much caffeine
• sleep disorders