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Neurology (Expert Forum)
Head Ache
Answered by
Lama Chahine, MD - Neurology
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland - OH
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Head Ache
by vinilmohan, Oct 18, 2009 08:52AM
I got a type of head ache behind my head. It is not that much severe but when I having this I got lack of concentration and restlessness also at hte same time my veins at the side of forehead will get bulges. Can you pls help me in diagonize this. My email id is ***@****
I also noticed that it is happening with conjunction with cloudy days, drizzle also at time of reading something seriously also I cant watch TV for more than 15 minutes
I also noticed that it is happening with conjunction with cloudy days, drizzle also at time of reading something seriously also I cant watch TV for more than 15 minutes
Doctor's Answer
by Lama Chahine, MD, Oct 22, 2009 07:15PM
, Oct 22, 2009 07:15PM
Thanks for using the forum. I am happy to address your questions, and my answer will be based on the information you provided here. Please make sure you recognize that this forum is for educational purposes only, and it does not substitute for a formal office visit with your doctor.
Without the ability to examine you and obtain a history, I can not tell you what the exact cause of your symptoms is. However I will try to provide you with some useful information.
There are several causes of headaches. Headaches can be divided into primary and secondary. Primary headache disorders are headaches without a direct cause. These are diagnosed after secondary causes have been excluded. Secondary headache disorders are due to an underlying problem, there are many many causes but some include medication side effects, systemic illness, nervous system infection, tumors, bleeds in the brain or clots in the veins of the brain, and others.
Primary headache disorders are much more common than secondary ones. There are several primary headache disorders. For example migraines, which usually a pulsating throbbing one-sided pain with nausea and discomfort in bright lights that lasts several hours. These are often associated with changes in whether, as you describe or with light discomfort such as looking at a tv. Another possibility are tension type headaches, which may occur as a band in the front of the head, or in the back part of the head similar to what you describe. If your headache is in the back of the head associated with neck stiffness and pain, it may be your headache is related to neck strain or neck arthritis as well.
Without further information about your headache, it is difficult to provide you with adequate information. However, it is important for you to understand that if you have not experienced headaches in the past and you are now having new head pains, seeing a physician is a good idea, just to make sure there is nothing serious causing this pain. Imaging of the brain and sometimes then neck may be indicated depending on your exact symptoms, your physical examination, and other factors.
Thank you for this opportunity to answer your questions, I hope you find the information I have provided useful, good luck.
Without the ability to examine you and obtain a history, I can not tell you what the exact cause of your symptoms is. However I will try to provide you with some useful information.
There are several causes of headaches. Headaches can be divided into primary and secondary. Primary headache disorders are headaches without a direct cause. These are diagnosed after secondary causes have been excluded. Secondary headache disorders are due to an underlying problem, there are many many causes but some include medication side effects, systemic illness, nervous system infection, tumors, bleeds in the brain or clots in the veins of the brain, and others.
Primary headache disorders are much more common than secondary ones. There are several primary headache disorders. For example migraines, which usually a pulsating throbbing one-sided pain with nausea and discomfort in bright lights that lasts several hours. These are often associated with changes in whether, as you describe or with light discomfort such as looking at a tv. Another possibility are tension type headaches, which may occur as a band in the front of the head, or in the back part of the head similar to what you describe. If your headache is in the back of the head associated with neck stiffness and pain, it may be your headache is related to neck strain or neck arthritis as well.
Without further information about your headache, it is difficult to provide you with adequate information. However, it is important for you to understand that if you have not experienced headaches in the past and you are now having new head pains, seeing a physician is a good idea, just to make sure there is nothing serious causing this pain. Imaging of the brain and sometimes then neck may be indicated depending on your exact symptoms, your physical examination, and other factors.
Thank you for this opportunity to answer your questions, I hope you find the information I have provided useful, good luck.
