Headaches and Migraines 

It can be hard to tell if you're having a typical headache or a migraine headache. Differentiating the head pain can help identify the cause of the problem. Headaches can range from mild to severe. The head pain feels like an excess of pressure or achy. They usually occur on the sides of your head but can occur on the forehead, temples, or occipital area. The most common headaches are tension headaches. They can be triggered by various factors, such as lack of sleep, stress, overwork, environment, diet, and some medications.

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Unlike other headaches, migraines can affect daily life activities. The pain ranges from moderate to severe and is characterized by an intense throbbing. Migraine headaches typically occur on only one side of the head. However, it is possible to have a migraine affect both sides of the head. There are two types of migraines: with an aura and without aura. An aura is a sensation a person experiences 10 to 30 minutes before a migraine. These sensations include feeling less mentally alert, seeing flashing lights or unusual lines, feeling tingling or numbness in the face or hands, and experiencing an unusual smell, taste, or touch.