I have severe pressure pains in my head and neck for a week. pain killers aren't helping me and my doctor just keeps prescribing more. help!

Head pressure: Head and neck pressure and pain can be challenging to diagnose and treat. Ask you doctor for a more thorough evaluation with possible imaging studies like a ct or mri. You can also ask for a referral to a specialist. Make sure your doctor knows that what had been prescribed isn't working for you.

Headache: If not getting better, you should be evaluated by a head ct or an mri.

Cerebral sourse?: U r in the age & gender group that should have this evaluated by a neurologist. A mra of the brain can detect if there is a cause there.

.: If pain medication are jot helping with head ache you may need to consult with a neurologist to rule out intracranial reasons for headache. Ask your physician for a referral.

See a pain managemen: You possible need to see a pain management doctor and get radiology study to find out the true etiology. Sometimes neck problem also can cause more headache. Prescribe more pain killer is not the proper way to treat your problem.