Headache, pain in the head, can have many causes. The most common causes of headache are tension and sinusitis. Other headache causes include; migraines, cluster headaches and eye problems. Some chemotherapy or biologic therapies may also cause a headache. For example: headache can be part of the flu-like syndrome associated with various biologic therapies. It also can occur because of the irritation to the lining of the brain and spinal column when chemotherapies are given intrathecally (directly into the spinal fluid).
Because a headache can also be caused from more serious complications such as bleeding, meningitis, or high blood pressure other disorders may need to be ruled out when it is unclear why a headache is present.
We can find couple types of headaches and how they should be treat
Tension-type headaches, the most common variety of headaches: Often feel like a tight band around your head Usually cause mild to moderate pain on both sides of the head May be triggered by stress, neck strain, missed meals, depression, anxiety or lack of sleep May occur occasionally or more than 15 days a month (chronic) Can last from 30 minutes to an entire week
TreatmentMost intermittent tension-type headaches are easily treated with over-the-counter medications, including: Aspirin Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others)
Migraines affect three times more women than men. Migraines: Often are accompanied by nausea, vomiting, or increased sensitivity to light or sound May affect only one side of your head May include pain that worsens with routine activity Untreated, typically last from four to 72 hours
TreatmentMigraine treatment is aimed at relieving symptoms and preventing additional attacks. If you know what triggers your migraines, avoiding those triggers will help prevent headaches. Treatment may include: