Headaches & Headache Types
Dr. Kevin Weber, a provider at the Ohio State Headache Clinic, shares more about what headaches are and the different types of headaches. If you prefer to read this information instead, scroll to just below the video.
Common Types of Headaches:
In this section, you'll learn about a few of the most common types of headaches. Even though there are different types of headaches, they're all treated virtually the same. So, if you don’t know what kind of headache you experience, these resources will still provide you with useful tools to help manage your headache.
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The three most common types of headaches include:
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Migraine headache
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Tension headache
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Cluster headache
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Click on the different types of headaches below to learn more about each of them.
Migraine headache
Migraine is extremely common and is more common than tension or cluster headaches. Some indications of a migraine attack include:
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One-sided pain, but can switch sides
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Pounding sensation
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Tiredness, not wanting to exert yourself
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Feeling sick to your stomach or even vomiting
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Light- or sound-sensitive
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Dizziness
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Associated neck pain
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If you're not sure about the type of headache you experience, take a look at this graphic below for some basic signs of migraine and tension headaches, two of the most common headache types.