Question 1

why does weight training cause back of the head headache?

Accepted Answer

: Exertion affecting the neck and shoulders might trigger a tension headache.  You might seek out a trainer and modify your lifting techniques.  Lighter weights with fewer reps may be an initial solution.

Question 2

can lifting weights while holding breath cause brain damage? held for multiple sets of at least 30 seconds. got headaches after?

Accepted Answer

: Not likely unless you have a Berry aneurysm maybe.

Question 3

i used to hold my breath while lifting weights for 45 seconds per set. i got headaches after the gym. could this cause brain damage? clear mri scan

Accepted Answer

No: No it takes more than 10 seconds without oxygen to damage your brain,it takes about 2-3 minutes,You will breath involuntary if your brain cells are becoming damaged just relax this is the nature of your body for surviving.

Question 4

i've had a headache for 4 days now & it's making my vision blurry, nothing has gotten rid of it. body also feels tired like ive been lifting weights.

Accepted Answer

Examination: You need to make an appointment for a comprehensive eye exam by an ophthalmologist, &amp; possibly A neurologist. Headache with blurred vision is concerning, as it may represent a neurological problem. Make an appointment ASAP.

Question 5

hello my name is tony i have been suffering with nasty headaches since august of 2022 when i was lifting weights mostly the pain on my left side but feel it on the right side aswell the headache starts behind my head skull area?

Accepted Answer

: After several months of these headaches it's time to consult a neurologist for appropriate testing,advice and proper treatment. These may be muscle contraction headaches but other causes have to be checked for.

Question 6

why can suddenly lifting a heavy weight cause a headache?

Accepted Answer

It's called Valsalva: You're probably holding your breath while lifting the weight.  This causes your blood pressure to go dramatically up while your cardiac output decreases, and this is probably causing your headache.  Every weight lifter knows to exhale while lifting, precisely to avoid problems like this.  You can pass out or worse by doing this, so always remember to exhale when you lift something heavy.

Question 7

can working out on weights 2 or 3 times a day cause bad headaches and nausea?

Accepted Answer

No. : But one has to ask, why the overtraining? Are you just over doing it? And are you drinking 'supplements' that are unhealthy?

Question 8

does gabapentin 600 mg 3 times a day for headaches.  cause you to gain weight. and how can you stop taking it. ?

Accepted Answer

Reducing gabapentin: This medicine can cause weight gain, although it is relatively unusual.  It is an unusual medicine for headache prevention.

If you want to stop using it, discuss the matter with the prescriber first.  They might ask you to reduce your dose to 300 mg three times a day for a week, then 300 mg twice a day for a week, then 300 mg once a day for a week.  Then stop.

Question 9

i get a headache about everyday, i have been stressed and have gained some weight, could that be the reason for my headaches?

Accepted Answer

Stress related: Stress can give rise to anything especially headaches .. 
Have you checked ur blood pressure as weight gain can give rise to high blood pressure which inturn could be resposnible for ur headache..

Question 10

why do i have a headache 4 days in a row? ive been eating less cause of trying to lose weight cause of prediabetes, can eating less cause it? what els

Accepted Answer

Can't be exact about: The cause of headaches because there are several major types, e.g., vascular, sinus, muscular, tension, etc.
Please see you doc so he/she can examine you and give you the proper treatment for the type of headache you have.  Yes, dietary change can produce temporary headaches, i.e., withdrawing from sugar, additives, etc.  Peace and good health.

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I've had a headache for 4 days now & it's making my vision blurry, nothing has gotten rid of it. body also feels tired like ive been lifting weights.

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Hello my name is tony i have been suffering with nasty headaches since august of 2022 when i was lifting weights mostly the pain on my left side but feel it on the right side aswell the headache starts behind my head skull area?

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Why can suddenly lifting a heavy weight cause a headache?

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Can working out on weights 2 or 3 times a day cause bad headaches and nausea?

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Does gabapentin 600 mg 3 times a day for headaches. cause you to gain weight. and how can you stop taking it. ?

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I get a headache about everyday, i have been stressed and have gained some weight, could that be the reason for my headaches?

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Why do i have a headache 4 days in a row? ive been eating less cause of trying to lose weight cause of prediabetes, can eating less cause it? what els

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