Headache
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Different types of Headaches
Cluster headache:This is a rare form of headache, which affects less than 1% of the UK population. It is more common in middle-aged men, although women can also have it, and sufferers range in age from 4 years old to over 80 years old.It is known as the "demon of headaches" because the pain is so intense. The excruciating, knife-like pain tends to be centred around one eye, and sufferers are agitated, unable to sit still. Individual attacks last only a short time, between 15 minutes and 3 hours, but the attacks occur in clusters of up to 8 attacks per day. These clusters usually last for 6-8 weeks, with attack-free periods lasting months, or even years.
Chronic daily headache:This is estimated to affect 3-4% of the UK population and is defined as headaches that occur on more than 15 days each month. It is a syndrome and can consist of several different types of headache occurring throughout the month, such as tension-type, muscle contraction and medication misuse, sometimes with superimposed attacks of migraine.
Tension-type headache:This form of headache affects both sides of the head and is characterised by a constant feeling of pressure or a tight band around the head.
Medication overuse headache:Although medication can be very effective in relieving headache, it is possible to develop a tolerance to it, causing rebound headaches. The condition can develop with overuse of any acute medications for headache, leading to sufferers experiencing more and more headaches, often daily.If you are regularly taking medications to treat headaches on more than 2 days each week for 3 months or more, you are at risk of medication overuse headache and should consult your GP to check the diagnosis and discuss other treatment options.
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