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Im 5 weeks pregnant and i always get headaches, it that normal?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Common: The headaches in early pregnancy are usually related to the change in hormones, most particularly due to the increase in progesterone.

Answered 8/1/2014

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Dr. Arnold Berlin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not abnormal: Many hormonal and vascular changes occur in the body during pregnancy. Some of these changes can cause vascular headaches.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Pregnancy related HA: Yes the changes in estrogen levels could contribute to headaches, as your body adjusts. Try weaning off all caffeine, if you are drinking caffeine drinks or eating much chocolate, as caffeine may also contribute to headaches. Have your BP checked. Stay hydrated with daily water intake. You may also try a cool cloth on your forehead and warming of your hands and feet when having a headache.

Answered 9/29/2016

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