Migraines Headaches Medical Reference

Throbbing is a pulsing, beating sensation that’s a sure sign of a headache. Certain chronic conditions and lifestyle choices cause this type of headache, and there are ways to feel relief.

Flashing lights, dizziness, ringing in your ears: They could all be part of aura, an early warning sign of migraine, a seizure, or a stroke. Here’s what to look out for and how to manage the symptoms.

Pain on one side of your head or face might be a rare type of headache called paroxysmal hemicrania. Learn more about this type of headache.

You may wonder if the intense head pain is a migraine or a serious blood vessel problem (brain aneurysm). Both share some symptoms and some key differences.

If you get migraines, you might wonder if your symptoms are from a "migraine with aura" or from a similar condition called "ocular migraine." Both problems involve changes in vision, but there are ways to tell them apart.

Headaches come in all kinds, and almost all of them could cause pain on top of your head. Find out more about the possible causes of your headache pain.

A cough headache happens when you cough a little too hard and your head hurts for a bit. Often, it’s harmless and goes away on its own, but tell your doctor about it, because there could be a serious cause.

A headache in the morning can be caused by a number of things, some serious, some not so. We take a look at a few suspects.

Cyclic migraines are migraines that happen in cycles. Learn more about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of this unusual type of headache.

Lots of things can cause headaches. But did you know that simply being on top of a mountain could do it? Find out how to treat and prevent an altitude headache.

If you have pain in the back of your head, the path to relief depends on the cause of the pain. From poor posture to arthritis headaches, see the reasons why the back of your head might hurt.

Doctors often mistake migraine headaches for other medical conditions. Here are some of the most common misdiagnoses, and how to avoid them.

Misdiagnosis happens so often that one study found 95% of people who thought they had a sinus headache actually had a migraine. Here's how to tell them apart.

Where your head hurts isn't a foolproof way to diagnose the cause, but the location of your headache can be a good starting point.

You might have this condition if you get a new headache in the days after you have a concussion. Find out what's causing it and learn how to manage the symptoms.

Find out more about this rare kind of headache, including the symptoms, causes, and treatments.

When you have a temple headache, figuring out what’s causing the pain is a good step toward relief. We explain which types of headaches can cause pain in your temples.

If you suspect that certain foods or drinks trigger your migraine, an elimination diet could help. It's not a sure-thing, but if you stick with it, you might figure out what's bringing on your headache and prevent pain down the road.

Ophthalmoplegic migraine is a nervous system syndrome that affects the eyes and head. Know the symptoms and how your doctor will diagnose you or your child.

When you have a headache, you might want to try other treatments besides drugs to try to ease your pain. Do essential oils work?

Migraine pain doesn’t end when the headache goes away. Learn how you can ease that migraine hangover.

Do you get headaches very often, or do they last a long time or hurt too much? If pain relievers and your regular doctor haven’t helped, it may be time to check into headache specialists.

If you feel pain behind your eyes, there's a good chance it could be a type of headache.

Migraines shouldn’t prevent you from driving. But it can be unsafe if it happens while you’re behind the wheel. Here’s what to know.

Most headaches aren’t the main health issue, but symptoms that come with another problem. Find out if your head pain is a primary or secondary headache, and when you should see a doctor.