Head pain unknown

[smiff2u]

I workout in the gym on a regular basis until just recently. one day i was running and doing push-ups and experienced the most worst pain in my head I have ever felt. It was right above my right ear. I could feel my heart beat. The pain stayed for 2-3 days and went away but still comes back when ever I do something strenuous. I don't know what this could be and I'm looking for help or answers. Thank You

[smiff2u]

I looked into this and is sound a lot like what I am experiencing. The only question I have is, Does a steady non-throbbing pain still exist or reoccur in the same area for days after the initial headache with Exertional Headache????

[DrNoopurMD]

Hi,

Thanks for writing in.
You are suffering from exertional headaches. These types of headaches occur after strenuous exercise or even intercourse. I would suggest you to let go of strenuous exercises for sometime. Make sure you do not exercise on an empty stomach. Maintain hydration before and during exercise. OTC pain killers provide relief. In most cases exertional headaches go away on their own after a few months.