Question 1

how do i no when to worry about a headache?

Accepted Answer

Headaches: The most serious headaches are:  headaches associated with fever or injury, severe headaches, headaches unlike you have ever had before and headaches that seem to be worseinng in severity, intensity or duration over time.

Question 2

mild, recurring headaches - should i worry more about them?

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Concern yes,worry no: Any recurring headache should be addressed with your physician however if it is mild i would the worrying to your doctor until a correct diagnosis is made.  Usually this can be done quickly and easily with little diagnostics and treatment.  The key is do not ignore it and let it linger.  Listen to your body!

Question 3

i get headaches sometimes after workouts. should i worry about it?

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Possibly: There can be many explanations for experiencing headaches after a workout.  A workout can cause dehydration (a possible cause of headaches, ) elevated blood pressure (another possible cause, ) and low blood sugar (another possible cause.)  in addition, working out can exacerbate conditions that result in headaches, such as aneurysms, migraine headaches, etc.  See you doctor to narrow this down.

Question 4

i have headache when i wake up and when i stand up and move its getting worse, is it serious and i have to be worry?

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Get checked: Persistent headache warrants an immediate emergency room referral and evaluation.

Question 5

hi i suffer with aniexty almost every day i constantly worry about my health. get headaches a lot because i think  about them?

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Pain management: You should consult a pain management center which will involve combination of behavioral therapy, physical therapy and drug therapy.

Question 6

when is a headache something to worry about? i've had one (along with pain in my lower left side ) for a couple of weeks. #miserable

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Neurologic symptoms: Headaches are common, approaching 100% of people have headaches.  It would be serious if accompanied by neurologic symptoms, such as weakness, numbness, trouble speaking or seeing.  See your physician for an exam, and treatment.  It could be an extended migraine.

Question 7

a few times a month over the last few years i will get a headache that will be about an 8 but only last for about 2 seconds. should i worry?

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No: Sharp head pains lasting just a few seconds are not uncommon and usually are not a symptom of a serious problem. The fact that there has been no worsening over a number of years is reassuring. The exact cause of this type of pain is unknown.

Question 8

i am experiencing a new headache which started last night (severe) and came back when i woke up (less severe). should i worry? it brought me to tears.

Accepted Answer

Be evaluated: Any new headache should be evaluated promptly.  Please be seen by a health care professional to have a diagnostic assessment.

Question 9

hi i have been having a headache for the past four hours and when i checked my bp it was 115/73 1hour later it's 106/69 now it's 100/60 should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Monitor: First, have you monitored your pressure in the past and are the numbers you are getting now close to your average? Be concerned if the current numbers are significantly different than your baseline.  If not, and you are not having a fast heart rate or lightheadedness, or dizziness, then keep an eye on it but do not panic.

Question 10

split my head open and now have a headache. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Not TO WORRY but: GET CHECKED OUT!. If you have a laceration it should be attended to and a general neurology examination carried out. Someone should be with you for the first 24 hours following significant head trauma!
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Good Luck..BE WELL
Dr Z

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I have headache when i wake up and when i stand up and move its getting worse, is it serious and i have to be worry?

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Hi i suffer with aniexty almost every day i constantly worry about my health. get headaches a lot because i think about them?

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When is a headache something to worry about? i've had one (along with pain in my lower left side ) for a couple of weeks. #miserable

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A few times a month over the last few years i will get a headache that will be about an 8 but only last for about 2 seconds. should i worry?

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I am experiencing a new headache which started last night (severe) and came back when i woke up (less severe). should i worry? it brought me to tears.

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Hi i have been having a headache for the past four hours and when i checked my bp it was 115/73 1hour later it's 106/69 now it's 100/60 should i worry?

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Split my head open and now have a headache. should i worry?

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