Headaches are a common thing for many people. They are annoying and can interrupt your daily routine or tasks.
Some common types of headaches include tension, sinus, and migraines. Symptoms can vary from person to person and the type of headache. Some symptoms could be a dull ache, pain spreading, blurred vision, dizziness, nausea, sharp pain, pain around the eye, and more.
For some people, headaches are almost a normal part of their daily life. So what could be causing your headache?
Headaches can be brought on by things like:
- Stress
- Dehydration
- Lack of sleep or fatigue
- Hunger
- Withdrawal (from caffeine, medication, alcohol, drugs, etc.)
- Certain food and drink
- Certain smells
- Bright light
- Hormones
- Caffeine
- Tense muscles
- and more!
Pinpointing what is causing your headache can be difficult, especially because it could be a combination of many things! Finding what reduces your chance of getting headaches and the pain caused by them can take a lot of trial and error.
Here are some ways to try and relieve headaches:
- Pain reliever
- Rest
- Work on better posture
- Change your diet
- Exercise
- Reduce stress
- Get fresh air
- Take breaks from looking at a computer or other technology
- Drink more water
- Avoid alcohol
- Apply heat or ice pack
If your headaches are frequent and/or worsen, it is important to consult with your doctor or medical professional. Headaches can be caused by underlying diseases or illnesses and you might need help getting rid of the problem.
Headaches can be a very frustrating thing as they can impact your productivity levels, change your mood, and more. Headaches are extremely common but there are ways to reduce their frequency and duration.
Try out some of these tips the next time that you get a headache and start feeling like yourself again!
Sources:
health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/causes-of-headaches