Headache: Types, Causes, Symptoms and Treatment/Management.
Headache: Headaches are the most common nervous system disorders around the world. It usually occurs in adults >18 years old and commonly seen in females more than males. Among other causes of headaches, personal, social and physical/medical cause is significant. Based on symptoms, durations, and causes, headaches can be classified as primary and secondary. Migraine, tension, cluster, sinus and hormonal headaches are examples of primary headaches whereas the headache which arises from any medical condition such as trauma, tumor, or over use of drugs can be considered as secondary headaches. Headaches are not only a painful condition but it can also affect a person’s quality of life, hence treatment is necessary. Risk factors: 1. Female sex 2. Anxiety 3. Depression 4. Sleeping disorder 5. Obesity 6. Overuse of caffeine 7. Overdose of drug 8. Chronic pain condition Causes: Primary headaches can be idiopathic but secondary headaches can have foll...