Daily Headaches

[marie2010217]

For the past few weeks, I have been experiencing headaches of the moderate pain level almost every day.  The headaches are typically accompanied by lightheadedness and at times nausea and severe lower back pain.  Does anyone have any ideas about what this might be caused by?

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
If the throbbing headache occurs in both sides of your head, other differentials that we need to rule out include  temporal arteritis, iron deficiency anemia and structural abnormalities in the head or neck  that needs to be evaluated further with imaging modalities. There is a migraine tracker here in Medhelp that may be helpful. Take care and do keep us posted.

[selmaS]

Hi...well if u did not add ne thing new to ur diet....and u didn't have a trauma to ur back...do u know if ur BP tends to go very low or high?

"selma"

[marie2010217]

In regards to the headache, it is usually a throbbing pain on both sides of the head.   In regards to the lower back pain, I have not had any trauma to the area that I can remember.  Although I used to competitively play tennis and golf, I never sustained any injuries.  

I am not allergic to anything other than amoxicillin and penecillin.  I eat rather healthy, typically lots of salad and chicken (I don't like red meat or pork).

[selmaS]

HI...there r numerous things that can cause this from stress to diet.....see ur dr have lab work done to see ur vitamin and mineral levels....also keep a journal to see if nething u eat or do affects the HA.
Plus look back to the time they started to see if nething new was eaten or used to be sure it is  not an allergy.

Good luck

"selma"

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
How are you? Can you elaborate on the headache? Are there other symptoms present? Migraine headaches are one-sided throbbing headache that may be associated with nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to lights and sounds. It is important that you identify the triggers and that you avoid them. WIth regards to your severe low back pain, was there a previous trauma? Have this checked by your doctor for proper management. Imaging modalities such as x-ray of the lower back may help determine the underlying cause. Rest, ice packs and pain relievers may help provide relief.  Take care and hope to hear from you soon.