15/11/2025
🤯 Is Your Headache an Annoying Buzz or a Full-Blown Thunderstorm? 🤯
Do you always chalk up a headache to "just stress"? 🙅♀️ Stop right there!
The truth is, not all headaches are created equal, and mistaking a tension headache for a migraine can keep you stuck in pain. Understanding which headache you have is the first step to finally finding relief.
Headache Hall of Fame (and Shame):
Tension: Feels like a tight band squeezing your head. (The most common!)
Migraine: More than just a bad headache - often includes nausea, light/sound sensitivity, and even visual auras. 😵💫
Cluster: Excruciating, stabbing pain that tends to happen in cycles.
Rebound: Headaches caused by overusing pain medication. (Yes, it’s a thing!)
Sinus: Pain and pressure around the forehead, cheeks, and eyes, usually accompanied by nasal congestion or other sinus infection symptoms.
Hormonal: Headaches linked to fluctuations in hormones, common around menstruation or menopause.
Exertion: Triggered by sudden, strenuous physical activity like running, lifting, or s*x. (They're usually brief but can be an indicator of other issues, so always check with a doctor!)
Headaches can also be tied to hormones, sinuses, or even dehydration. Each type has its own triggers and specific treatments. Knowing the difference is your superpower against the pain!
🚨 Don't Ignore the Alarm Bells! 🚨
While most headaches are harmless, severe, sudden, or persistent headaches should never be ignored. They can be a signal that something else is going on.
At Doctors Express, we don't just hand you a pill; we help you get to the root cause of your symptoms - whether it’s stress-related, hormonal, or needs further investigation.
Stop guessing and start healing. Walk in today or book online at doctors*xpress.ky. Relief starts with the right diagnosis!
