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Symptoms

Headache

What it is: A headache is a common pain or discomfort felt in the head or upper neck. Most episodes resolve on their own and are not a sign of a serious medical condition.

Common causes: Frequent everyday triggers include:

  • Dehydration or skipping regular meals
  • Stress, fatigue, or poor posture
  • Colds, flu, or long screen time causing eye strain
  • Hormonal changes or overusing pain medications

Self-care: Safe home measures include:

  • Drinking plenty of water and getting sufficient rest
  • Taking steps to relax and avoiding long periods of screen strain
  • Taking simple pain relievers like paracetamol, while avoiding alcohol and unusual sleep routines

When to seek help: Visit a health post, PHC, or hospital if headaches occur frequently, worsen despite self-care, or occur after high-altitude travel. Seek immediate emergency care or call 102 for an ambulance if a headache is sudden and extremely severe, or occurs with a high fever, stiff neck, seizures, confusion, weakness, or vision changes.

If symptoms suggest a serious emergency, call 102 for an ambulance where available.

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