We’ve all experienced the discomfort and pain when a headache strikes and most of the time, we’re able to find relief through stress relief methods or with the use of aspirin. Typically, most people sustain mild and annoying headaches, but there are some that are more severe.
The more severe, the more likely it is that the problem goes beyond a typical headache. In some cases, it can be painful enough for you to seek medical help. If you experience any of the following, you should contact a doctor and quickly inform them of what you are experiencing.
- Fever of more than 102 degrees
- Weak, numbing, or paralyzing feeling on one side of your body
- Vision troubles
- Issues with speaking or walking
- Nausea
- Confusion
- Stiff neck
- Fainting
If the headache is very painful and comes on suddenly, there may be more issues that you aren’t aware of. It could indicate that there is trauma or another condition present. This is especially true if any of the others occur:
- You get headaches three of more times per week
- You get headaches that increase in pain
- You have to take aspirin or another pain reliever nearly every day
- You need more than 2 or 3 does of medication each week
- You have headaches that impact your mood or interaction with others
Most people have headaches that are easy to deal with and relief can be found relatively quickly. On the other hand, some issues are more serious than others and it’s worth it to at least speak with your doctor about what you’re feeling.
At Florida ENT, it is our goal to help our patients get the most out of their experience with us. We utilize state-of-the-art equipment and the latest advances in medicine to achieve our patients’ goals. When you have a problem with headaches, remember we’re just a phone call away.
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