If you think a taste of chocolate, a glass of wine,
and sleeping late on weekends are harmless vices, think again. Those innocent indulgences
are just a few of the most. Common triggers of headaches.
But don't give up hope just yet. It's possible you
may be able to enjoy our favorite things and headache- free days. There's more
to the problem headache story than just a list of culprits. Coming up is
must-know information that will help you get a grip on headaches once and for
all. It starts with taking the time to look at your own particular condition,
type of headache, and family history. Then use that knowledge to decide what
you can personally do to make yourself more comfortable.
Not all headaches are alike. Different types need
different attention, so start by determining what kind of headache you have.
Could it. Be a…
Tension-type headache? If you have a feeling like a
band being squeezed around your head, or if you simply feel muscle tension on both
sides of the neck or back, it's possible that you have this common, occasional
type of headache. Some unfortunate people, however, have them every day.
Cluster headache? If you're a male, then this is
probably your type of headache because cluster headaches affect men more than
women. With intense pain that often appears on one side of the head without
warning, cluster headaches last between 30 and 45 minutes. Sometimes these
headaches are accompanied by teary eyes and sinus congestion. "Cluster"
comes from the unfortunate fact that these headaches sometimes resolve only to
occur again later in the same day.
Hormone headache?
It's no surprise that these belong to the female population, usually triggered
by the menstrual cycle. Many of their symptoms, such as sharp, throbbing pain
on one side of the head, nausea, and sensitivity to sound and light are similar
to migraines.
Migraine headache? Ever notice visual disturbance
before a headache? You could be experiencing an aura, which signals that a
migraine is on the way. Usually throbbing and piercing, migraines are generally
one-sided but can affect both sides. Sensitivity to light and loud noises, and
even odors, as well as nausea, are often reported. Women tend to be the most
frequent sufferers.
Any of those sound familiar? If you know your headache type, that sometimes
can help determine what treatment course will be most effective.




