{"id":458335,"date":"2022-09-23T20:45:15","date_gmt":"2022-09-23T15:15:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.www.bullfrag.com\/headache-why-does-it-happen-and-when-should-you-see-a-doctor\/"},"modified":"2022-09-23T20:45:15","modified_gmt":"2022-09-23T15:15:15","slug":"headache-why-does-it-happen-and-when-should-you-see-a-doctor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bullfrag.com\/headache-why-does-it-happen-and-when-should-you-see-a-doctor\/","title":{"rendered":"Headache, why does it happen and when should you see a doctor?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Although headaches are often minimized, sometimes they can be a symptom of highly dangerous diseases.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sometimes the lifestyle and habits of people are responsible for this type of discomfort.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>When they become frequent, it is necessary to consult a health professional to identify the causes.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The <strong>headache<\/strong> It is one of the most common sensations and all people experience it at some point in life.  However, the fact that they occur frequently does not mean that they are normal because their intensity can seriously affect the quality of life.  It is also a symptom that is associated with a large number of diseases.<\/p>\n<p>Most of the time, what people feel are <strong>primary headaches.<\/strong> This means that there is a physically localized pressure in the head and that it is not due to a latent or hidden health condition, explains the <strong>Dr Doha Ayish<\/strong>neurologist at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houstonmethodist.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><strong>Houston Methodist Hospital.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Primary headache types<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>\u2022 Tension headaches<br \/>\u2022 Migraine<br \/>\u2022 Cluster headache<\/p>\n<p>When the <strong>headaches are mild and\/or are not very frequent<\/strong>, they will probably be fixed with an over-the-counter pain reliever.  But if they persist day after day, month after month, it&#8217;s important to get to the root cause of the pain.<\/p>\n<p>In this sense, the lifestyle and customs of each person play a very important factor.  In fact, some habits are responsible for the appearance of this type of discomfort.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Alcohol consumption<br \/>\u2022 Sleep interruptions or lack of sleep<br \/>\u2022 Bad posture<br \/>\u2022 Stress<br \/>\u2022 Eyestrain, including too much screen time<br \/>\u2022 Caffeine (too little or too much)<br \/>\u2022 Dehydration<br \/>\u2022 Smoking<br \/>\u2022 Eating certain foods such as chocolate, aged cheeses, cured meats, processed foods, etc.<br \/>\u2022 Abuse of headache medications<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Why do headaches occur?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>\u201cWe know that primary headaches are usually the result of changes that occur in the nerves, blood vessels, and muscles in and around the head or neck, causing pressure within the brain to stimulate receptors to send the signal. of pain\u201d, says the specialist.<\/p>\n<p>The most common causes of primary headaches listed above are to blame, though Dr. Ayish notes that exactly how these changes in the nerves, blood vessels, and muscles of the head or neck are triggered is largely unknown.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>secondary headaches<\/strong>, on the other hand, occur as a result of a larger health problem.  They happen for more significant reasons than just pressure changes in the head or neck.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>When should you see a doctor for a headache?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A headache here or there shouldn&#8217;t be a concern.  But if you are experiencing<strong> frequent or severe headaches<\/strong>or if they are affecting your quality of life, it is important to see a doctor.<\/p>\n<p>Only your doctor can help you identify what is causing your headaches and suggest ways to prevent them in the future.  Additionally, you can test to rule out if your headaches are chronic, can benefit from medication (as in the case of migraines), or have a secondary cause of concern.<\/p>\n<p>In some cases, a headache can be a medical emergency.  Seek immediate help if your headache:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Comes on suddenly and quickly becomes severe<br \/>\u2022 It feels like the worst headache of your life<br \/>\u2022 Is accompanied by a stiff neck and\/or fever<br \/>\u2022 Is accompanied by seizures, fainting, confusion, or changes in your personality<br \/>\u2022 Starts after an injury<br \/>\u2022 It is accompanied by weakness, numbness or changes in vision.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although headaches are often minimized, sometimes they can be a symptom of highly dangerous diseases. Sometimes the lifestyle and habits of people are responsible for this type of discomfort. When they become frequent, it is necessary to consult a health professional to identify the causes. 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