What are the most common causes of headaches and how can they be treated?
April 7, 2024 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Emilia Klein
Dear Neurologist,
My name is Irmgard Busch and I have been suffering from headaches for some time now, which are increasingly affecting me. In the past weeks, I have been experiencing severe tension headaches, mainly in the area of my neck and temples. These headaches occur almost daily and significantly impair my quality of life. Additionally, I have noticed that they particularly occur during times of stress, poor posture, and lack of sleep.
I am concerned about the causes of my headaches and wonder if they could be of a more serious nature. What are the most common causes of headaches and how can they be treated? Are there potential connections between my symptoms and other health issues that I should consider?
I have already tried some pain medication, but they have only provided temporary relief. I would like to know what other treatment options are available to reduce my headaches in the long term and achieve lasting improvement. Would physiotherapy, relaxation techniques, or other therapies be beneficial in my case?
I would greatly appreciate your expert opinion on my health condition and your recommendations. Thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Irmgard Busch
Dear Mrs. Busch,
Thank you for your detailed description of your symptoms. Headaches can indeed be very burdensome and it is important to identify the possible causes in order to initiate appropriate treatment.
The most common causes of headaches are tension headaches, migraine, cluster headaches, sinusitis, eye problems, neck tension, stress, lack of sleep, and poor posture. In your case, the headaches seem to be related to stress, poor posture, and lack of sleep, which could indicate tension headaches. While this type of headache is not life-threatening, it can significantly impact your quality of life.
The treatment of tension headaches typically focuses on identifying and avoiding triggers. This may involve reducing stress, paying attention to better posture, and getting enough sleep. Pain medication can provide temporary relief, but is not a long-term solution. Physiotherapeutic measures, such as massages, stretching exercises, and posture exercises, can help relieve tension in the neck and reduce headaches. Relaxation techniques, such as autogenic training or progressive muscle relaxation, can also be helpful in reducing stress and alleviating headaches.
It is also important to consider other possible health issues that may be related to your headaches. A visit to a neurologist can help rule out other causes such as migraine, eye problems, or neurological disorders.
I recommend scheduling an appointment with a neurologist to receive an accurate diagnosis and develop an individualized treatment strategy tailored to your needs. In the meantime, you can try to reduce stress, pay attention to better posture, and get enough sleep to alleviate your symptoms.
I hope this information is helpful to you and I wish you a speedy recovery.
Best regards,
Emilia Klein
