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Types of headaches: Headache is a very common health problem that everyone goes through. We all experience it at one time or another. But hardly any of us know that there are many types of headaches, if you understand the types and symptoms of headache then it becomes very easy to treat it. Let's know from Dr. Varun Vasil what are the types of headaches.
According to experts, there are five types of headaches
tension headache: Also known as a tension headache, this is a common type of headache. This headache often feels like a tight band across the head. It puts pressure especially on the frontal area. These headaches can occur when you are under extreme stress, anxiety or mental exhaustion. This pain is of mild to moderate intensity. It is not very strong but can be bothersome.
Migraine : You all are familiar with the term migraine, migraine is a sharp pain in the head. It is a severe and one-sided headache. It may cause nausea and vomiting. A person may be sensitive to light and sound. It usually lasts from 4 hours to 72 hours.
Cluster : Cluster headaches are considered severe headaches. They cause burning and irritation in the eyes. Tears start coming from the eyes. It is usually unilateral and causes pain on one side of the head. They are called cluster headaches because they occur several times in a period of time.
Sinus : Headache is also caused due to sinus. Sinus is the area inside our face which is around the nose, in which headache can occur due to swelling or infection.
Cervical : Headache is a type of headache that starts in the lower part of the neck and shoulders and spreads to the head. Which also causes a lot of trouble.