Question 1

what are all the causes of on and off forehead and top of head pains when i look down and up? been happening for 6 months

Accepted Answer

Tension headache: These are oat likely tension headaches. One thing you should be sure to get checked is your vision. Some times the vision imbalance can cause weird headaches. Other than that, be sure there are no other neurological signs and symptom like weakness or the arms or legs, funny sensations associated with the head pains. Try a mild pain reliever. Good luck.

Question 2

i sometimes get short head pains during the day, probably due to tmj. but i always get the pains when i lie down, they stop when i sit up. how come?

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Possibilities?: If you suspect TMJ dysfunction, i would first recommend a full exam by a dentist with experience in treating tmd/tmj. He can tell you if your TMJ is part of the problem including the cause of the head pains. Another possibility from your symptoms could be a sinus issue. When a pain in your head occurs and goes away due to head position, that can involve the sinuses. Good luck.

Question 3

constant head pains when i lie down. for about 4 and a half years, could this be due to a brain tumour?

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See a doctor: I recommend seeing a doctor so that they can make a proper diagnosis and give you something to get rid of the condition or relieve symptoms.

Question 4

daily head pains that worsen when i lie down for 7 years. could it be a brain tumour? good neuro and blood test.

Accepted Answer

Head Pains=Headaches: If you have chronic headaches for 7 years, it can not be due to brain tumor. Most headaches are caused by pressure/stress. They can be either labeled tension headache or it could be migraine headache. You need to consult a neurologist or go to a headache clinic where you can be seen by a specialist. Migraine headaches have good treatment with modern drugs called triptans. Ask you doctor about this.

Question 5

head pains when i lie down for 8 years. what could it be? scared of colloid cyst or brain tumour. neuro exam is good.

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Headaches: To reassure you, 8 years is a long time to live with a brain tumor. Headaches can come from your nasal congestion, and they worsen when you lay down, you need to get your allergies under control, see an allergist to help you.

Question 6

er for a injury i feel down steps n hit head and back pain travels from back to legs a lil head pains scans neg presc norco (hydrocodone and acetaminophen) #4 nohelp pain still?

Accepted Answer

Wait and See...: A traumatic fall in which the head, back and limbs have contacted a hard surface can cause severe, and lingering, muscle and bone soreness, even if scans reveal no internal injuries. Consider heat, physical therapy and an evaluation to see if your pain medication is adequate.

Question 7

what should i do if i've been experiencing very severe head pains. please help! ?

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Headache: If you have tried all over the counterpain medications, you might consider a magnesium supplement, then see your doctor. You might need a daily medication like topamax (topiramate) or Propranolol to keep the headaches away. You can also find out if your headaches are coming from tension, dehydration, lack of sleep/poor sleep, skipping meals, stress, sleep apnea/snoring, or chronic sinus problems.

Question 8

what kind of symptoms can worrying causes? & why & how does this happen? i'm 21 worried bout my head pains i get & lil off balance feeling

Accepted Answer

anxiety: Nervousness, sweating, feeling short of breath can all be symptoms of anxiety or as you put it, worrying too much. Speaking with a mental health counselor or psychiatrist can be very helpful in dealing with what is worrying you at loud. There is a multitude of pharmacotherapies that can treat anxiety very effectively so it's not something you need to live with.

Question 9

jolting head pains that shoot from back of my head to the top middle. happen sporadically and can go days in between. lasting 1 second, never longer.

Accepted Answer

Nerve: These are consistent with neuralgia pains from the occipital nerve which runs from the base of the skull up to the back of the scalp. There is one on each side of the scalp. This irritability of the nerve is more of a nuisance than a serious disorder and usually resolves on its own.
Consult a neurologist if you have further concerns.

Question 10

what causes throbbing head pains?

Accepted Answer

Anything: Headaches can come from fatigue, sleeping too much or too little, eye strain, sleep apnea, snoring, being dehydrated, having chronic sinusitis or allergies, too much caffeine or over the counter headache medication, high blood pressure or something more serious like a tumor. See your doctor and get checked.

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What are all the causes of on and off forehead and top of head pains when i look down and up? been happening for 6 months

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I sometimes get short head pains during the day, probably due to tmj. but i always get the pains when i lie down, they stop when i sit up. how come?

A member asked:

Constant head pains when i lie down. for about 4 and a half years, could this be due to a brain tumour?

A member asked:

Daily head pains that worsen when i lie down for 7 years. could it be a brain tumour? good neuro and blood test.

A member asked:

Head pains when i lie down for 8 years. what could it be? scared of colloid cyst or brain tumour. neuro exam is good.

A member asked:

Er for a injury i feel down steps n hit head and back pain travels from back to legs a lil head pains scans neg presc norco (hydrocodone and acetaminophen) #4 nohelp pain still?

A member asked:

What should i do if i've been experiencing very severe head pains. please help! ?

A member asked:

What kind of symptoms can worrying causes? & why & how does this happen? i'm 21 worried bout my head pains i get & lil off balance feeling

A member asked:

Jolting head pains that shoot from back of my head to the top middle. happen sporadically and can go days in between. lasting 1 second, never longer.

A member asked:

What causes throbbing head pains?

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