Headache - 5 Types Which Are Most Common!

Headaches are a big headache. While it is okay to have a one-off pain in the head, a constant nagging headache is not good. It is, however, one of the most common medical problems and can affect a person’s social life, school/office work, and overall quality of life. The pain in the head is caused by a problem in the nerve supply, blood supply, muscles, or other tissues in the brain/head region.
There are various reasons for a headache and the most common ones are listed below along with some measures that you make take to cure a headache.

1)Tension headaches

Tension headaches, the most common type, feel like a constant ache or pressure around the head, especially at the temples or back of the head and neck. Not as severe as migraines, they don't usually cause nausea or vomiting, and they rarely halt daily activities.

Over-the-counter treatments, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or acetaminophen (Tylenol), are usually sufficient to treat them. Experts believe these may be caused by the contraction of neck and scalp muscles (including in response to stress), and possibly changes in brain chemicals. 

 

2) Sinus headaches: Sinusitis of any of the 4 sinuses in the head region is accompanied by a headache. The exact location of the headache can depend on the sinus affected, but there is also fever, heaviness in the head, breathlessness and congestion. During an attack, the patient is usually given antibiotics to get rid of the infection along with decongestants to clear up the airway.

 

3)Rebound headaches

Overuse of painkillers for headaches can, ironically, lead to rebound headaches.

Culprits include over-the-counter medications like aspirin, acetaminophen (Tylenol), or ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), as well as prescription drugs.

One theory is that too much medication can cause the brain to shift into an excited state, triggering more headaches. Another is that rebound headaches are a symptom of withdrawal as the level of medicine drops in the bloodstream. 

 

4) Migraines: Usually running in families, migraines are characteristic in being one-sided, throbbing pain that is associated with sensitivity to light and noise, nausea and vomiting. These can last from 4 to 72 hours and can be preceded by an aura. People with migraines, after some trial and error, identify the best medication that works for them and use it when the aura sets in. They should also avoid light and sound if they are sensitive. 

 

5) Cluster headaches: These headaches occur in cycles or clusters and hence the name. Often one-sided, the patient will also have congestion, watery eyes , and runny nose on the same side as the pain. Regular pain medications are again the most commonly used mode of management.

 

There are multiple other forms of headaches caused by spinal disorders, caffeine intake, menstrual cycles, chronic cough, hangovers, tumours of the head/face/neck, encephalitis, meningitis, post traumatic episodes, temporal arteritis, etc.

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While most headaches are self-limiting, if there are associated symptoms like increased frequency, blurring of vision, seizures, stiff neck, fainting, coordination issues, then further investigation is immediately warranted. These could be indicative of a more serious condition like a stroke or internal hemorrhage and need immediate attention.

Some known causes of Acne

 Most people are affected by acne sometime of other in their lives. It could be due to oily skin, growing up, some say when one eats too many oily foods , you get acne! Teen girls find it difficult to cope with acne, as it affects their looks, but it shows some underlying problems.

What is acne?
Human skin has follicles or pores in them through which hair comes out. The accumulation of  sebum within the pores of the skin can sometimes clog these pores. When this accumulates, dead skin cells also get stuck in it and results in a swelling, which takes the form of a pimple like a crest due to bacterial infections. This condition is most prevalent among adolescents due to rapid hormonal changes in the body, although many adults and adolescents have also reported this problem.

Some known causes for acne-
 1) Medications- At times over the counter medicines, containing topical corticosteroids, bromide and use of recreational drugs like marijuana and cocaine can lead to the occurrence of acne as a side effect.

2) Genetics- Some genes are more prone to be affected by this skin problem.

 3) Fat and iodine rich diets- Research shows that excessive oil consumption as well as having foods rich in fat can cause acne problems. Also if you consume iodine in large quantities or for a long time, it results in irritation of the skin pores giving rise to acne.

4) Excessive use of cosmetics-  Excessive use of cosmetic products can cause issues by blocking the pores within the skin and  may induce acne.

5) Hormonal imbalances- This is probably the most common reason cited for acne as adolescents tend to be afflicted by this problem. In many cases acne goes away on its own after sometimes although in other cases it does stay. In adults, especially women it has been noticed that certain hormonal changes in the body may act as acne triggers. Some of the examples of hormonal imbalances may be:a) excessive androgen in women and men.
b) hormonal changes due to poly-cystic ovarian syndrome
c) high testosterone levels in women
d) PMS triggers in adolescent women, and hormonal changes due to periods.
e) Some medication or steroids present in it =, can cause hormonal changes.

6) Diet- Diet-Foods having high glycemic index can aggravate acne.

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