Who knew there were so many types of headaches? Thank you @robertsecond53 for the great info 🙌🏾 #Repost DO YOU GET HEADACHES? There are more than 150 types of headaches. They fall into two main categories: primary (not caused by a medical condition) and secondary headaches (related to another medical condition). Common Primary Headaches: 1. Tension headaches 💀 * Most common type * No throbbing * Mild to moderate * On both sides of the head * Responsive to over-the-counter treatment * Worse during routine activities (such as bending over or walking upstairs) 2. Migraines 🧨 * Second most common * Moderate to severe pain * Nausea or vomiting * Pounding or throbbing pain * Pain that lasts four hours to three days * Sensitivity to light, noise or odors * Stomach upset or abdominal pain 3. Cluster headaches 👁 * Most severe type of headache * Come in a group or cluster, usually in the spring or fall. They occur one to eight times per day during a cluster period, which may last two weeks to three months * Intense with a burning or stabbing sensation * Located behind one of your eyes * Throbbing or constant 4. Sinus headaches 👃 * Bad taste in mouth * Deep, constant pain in your cheekbones and forehead * Facial swelling * Feeling of fullness in ears * Fever * Pain that gets worse with sudden head movement or straining * Mucus discharge If you are concerned about your headaches, please talk to your doctor about diagnosis and treatment options. Source: @hopkinsmedicine #migraine #headache #headaches #migrainerelief #wellness #migraineawareness #selfcare #depression #migraines #healthcare #blackdoctor