7 Common Types of Headaches

RIVANSHI RAKHRAI

These headaches occur during or after physical exertion, such as exercise or sexual activity. They're often described as throbbing and can be triggered by sudden increases in blood pressure.

Exertional Headaches

Overuse or misuse of pain medication can lead to rebound headaches. These headaches often occur daily and are caused by the withdrawal effects of medication.

Rebound Headaches

Fluctuations in hormones, particularly in women, can trigger headaches. These can occur during menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause due to changes in estrogen levels.

Hormone Headaches

These headaches occur when the sinuses become inflamed due to an infection (such as a cold or sinusitis) or allergies.

Sinus Headaches

These are excruciatingly painful headaches that occur in clusters or groups. They often strike suddenly, causing severe pain around one eye or on one side of the head. Cluster headaches tend to occur in cyclical patterns

Cluster Headaches

Migraines are intense headaches often accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, and visual disturbances (aura)

Migraine Headaches

These are the most common type, often described as a dull ache or pressure around the forehead or the back of the head and neck. They're typically caused by stress, muscle tension, poor posture, or eye strain.

Tension Headaches