Without realizing it, these are the signs of a dangerous headache

Headaches are a common complaint that can affect anyone. To fix this, you just need to take pain relievers, consume certain foods or drinks, or take a short break.

However, if you feel a headache accompanied by unusual symptoms or doesn't go away after taking medication, you may be experiencing a type of headache that is dangerous and requires treatment by a doctor.

In most cases, headaches can subside on their own. In short, you don't need a doctor's examination. However, what happens if a headache doesn't get better, even after taking medication? Hmm, this one is another story.

So, what are the symptoms of a dangerous headache, and need a doctor's attention? Come on, see the full review below.

 

Disturbing Vision to History of Cancer

Headaches that don't get better can indicate several conditions or diseases in the body. Therefore, immediately see a doctor if the headache does not go away. So, what are the symptoms of a headache that are dangerous and to watch out for?

So, here are some dangerous headache symptoms:

1. Headache accompanied by vision problems.
2. Headache accompanied by nausea, vomiting, dizziness, confusion, or loss of consciousness.
3. Headache accompanied by fever or stiff neck.
4. Headaches accompanied by complaints of the ears, nose, throat, or eyes.
5. Are over 50 and have chronic headaches or a new type of headache.
6. Headaches experienced after a head injury.
7. Thunderclap headache, a severe headache that comes on quickly. These headaches can develop in 60 seconds or less.
8. Headache accompanied by weakness or loss of control over body parts or speech.
9. Headaches occur two or more times a week.
10. If your symptoms get worse or don't improve, you should receive treatment or take drugs prescribed by a doctor.
11. Headaches make it difficult to carry out daily activities.
12. Head feels like squeezing.
13. Headaches that wake you up in your sleep.
14. Have severe headaches and have a history of cancer, HIV, or AIDS.

Immediately see a doctor if you experience the symptoms of a headache above. You can also ask the doctor directly through the Halo Hermina application.

 

There are various triggers

Headaches like the symptoms above can be triggered by various conditions. Therefore, doctors will usually undergo various examinations to make a diagnosis. Examinations carried out can be in the form of a CT scan, MRI, PET scan of the head, EEG, or examination of the cerebrospinal fluid.

Now, when supporting examinations have been carried out, the doctor will make a diagnosis according to the symptoms and examination results. So, here are some conditions that can cause severe headaches or dangerous headaches:

• Tumors.
• Brain abscess (brain infection).
• Hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain).
• Bacterial or viral meningitis (infection or inflammation of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord).
• Pseudotumor cerebri (raised intracranial pressure).
• Hydrocephalus (abnormal build-up of fluid in the brain).
• Brain infections such as meningitis or Lyme disease.
• Encephalitis (inflammation and swelling of the brain).
• Blood clots.
• Head trauma.
• Blockage or disease of the sinuses.
• Vascular disorders.
• Injury.
• Aneurysm.

 

If a friend of Hermina experiences similar signs, don't wait later Immediately consult a Neurologist at Hermina Podomoro Hospital.