Headache for 2 days and dizziness?

R/O TENSION HA: The 4 basic headaches are Tension, Sinus,migraine and cluster. The muscles that originate at the base of the neck insert near the temple. Rest /ice and a darkened room may help. Also a NSAID like Aleve (naproxen) /daypro. Muscle relaxant ie KLONOPIN/ FLEXERIL . Meditation/Yoga/Biofeedback. GF DIET WHOLEAPPROACH.com You need a full exam an blood work to be through. If symptoms worsen seek medical evaluation

Needs evaluation: You should be evaluated by an MD now. The cause of a symptomatic headache has a wide range of causes from menstrual time or stress reaction to aneurysm or space occupying lesion. Common causes at your age are allergy or cold with sinus congestion, migraine, menstrual time, neck tension from stress. As you have had this problem for 2 days you should see MD ASAP to get a diagnosis and treatment.

Many things...: These two symptoms are related to multiple possible problems. For example, it could be a virus, migraine, bacterial infection of some sort( like a sinusitis), medication side effects, brain problems, drugs or alcohol, etc. We would need to know what other symptoms you have associated, medications you are taking, other illnesses you might be suffering of. F/u with your doctor on this.

Persistent Headache: Try treating with simple analgesics such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If you have congestion, facial pain try Sudafed. Simple lifestyle modifications to improve headache include increase hydration with water, decrease stress, good sleep hygiene, routine meal schedules, regular exercise, and avoidance of triggers. See primary doctor is not better.