What is a headache? What are the types of a headache?
Headache is a sensation of pain in and around the head region. A headache may be a symptom of many underlying causes. Determination of the type of a headache depends on the region from it originates. There are several ways headaches may be presented, some common ones being:
One-sided headache
Migraine
Vestibular Migraine- A type of migraine that is associated with vertigo (spinning sensation of the head)
Cluster headache- A recurring, sudden headache with severe pain on one side of the head, watery eyes and nose block. It is more common in men than in women.
Front of the head
Sinus headache
Eye strain
Tension headache
Morning headache- Chronic tension headache can trigger headache in early morning hours.
Back of the head
Cervicogenic headache- It is also known as a secondary headache, as the location of pain differs from the location of its It is mostly associated with the cervical spine.
Tension headache
Temples (Side of the head)
Ice-pricking headache