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Tension Headache

Tension Headache

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A tension headache – or tension-type headache, as it’s medically known – is the most common type of headache, and yet its causes aren’t well understood. A tension headache is generally a diffuse, mild to moderate pain that many people describe as feeling as if there’s a tight band around their head.

Symptoms

Signs and symptoms of a tension headache include:

  • Dull, aching head pain
  • The sensation of tightness or pressure across your forehead or on the sides and back of your head
  • Tenderness on your scalp, neck and shoulder muscles
  • Occasionally, loss of appetite

A tension headache can last from 30 minutes to an entire week.

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Migraine

Migraine

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A migraine is a very painful type of headache. People who get migraines often describe the pain as pulsing or throbbing in one area of the head.

Migraine Triggers

Some people find that their migraines are triggered by something. Triggers might include:

  • Certain foods: such as chocolate, cheese, red wine, citrus fruits, coffee, tea.
  • Sleep: Too much or too little
  • Changes in hormone balance in women: such as periods, the pill, menopause.
  • Stress or relaxation after a period of stress.
  • Irregular meals.
  • Smoking.
  • Flashing lights.
  • Environmental: Noise, glare, weather – changes, and exposure to sun

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