What Do You Know About Headaches?
When you get a headache, it's usually not the bones of the skull or the brain itself that's hurting. The pain comes from pain-sensitive nerves located near the muscles and blood vessels of the face, neck, and scalp, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Find out more about headaches by taking this quiz.
2. When should you call your doctor?
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The American Council for Headache Education also recommends that you call your doctor if you experience any of the following: the need to take a pain reliever every day or almost daily; the need for more than the recommended doses of over-the-counter medication to relieve headache symptoms; a stiff neck and/or fever in addition to a headache; a headache accompanied by shortness of breath, fever and/or unexpected symptoms that affect your eyes, ears, nose, or throat; dizziness, unsteadiness, slurred speech, weakness, or changes in sensation (numbness and/or tingling) in addition to a headache; confusion or drowsiness with a headache; headaches that begin and persist after a head injury; headaches that change in character; persistent or severe vomiting with a headache; headaches that begin after age 50.
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