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What causes swollen temple with headache and extreme pressure?
tension headache
Is a headache a indication to massage?
It depends on the type of headache since there are many causes. If it is a tension headache that is related to muscle tension, then yes, massage to the affected muscles is indicated.
Will tension headaches go away?
Episodic tension type headache is more easily treated than chronic tension type headache. Episodic means it comes and goes and isn't experienced as often as chronic TTH. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of headache see your physician or a headache specialist.
What does ICD9 code 307.81 mean?
307.81 is tension headache
What is the difference between a tension headache and a normal headache?
There are different forms of headaches. The two main categories of headaches are primary headache disorders, which includes migraines and tension headaches, and secondary headache disorders, which includes head injuries, stroke and infections. Tension-type headaches feel like there is a tight band around the head, or a weight on top of the head. Other headaches have different symptoms.
Can you get a headache from being on the computer too long?
Yes, computer usage and improper posture associated with computer usage can be a trigger for specific headache disorders and diseases including tension type headache, cervicogenic headache and Migraine. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of headache disorder and disease, please seek the help of a board certified headache specialist.
Will PERCOCET help chronic tension headaches?
Percocet is an opioid pain reliever. Although it may temporarily relieve some of the pain associated with chronic tension type headache, it is only very temporary and will not last. It may eventually cause a different type of headache called MOH (Medication Overuse Headache) as well as dependence and/or addiction. Chronic tension type headache is difficult to treat, but there are options. For appropriate diagnosis, treatment and prevention of headache disorders, seek the help of a board certified headache specialist.
Does eating big onions at dinner time triggers tension headache?
no
What would cause a headache to start in the late evening?
Tension, dehydration?
Can sweet potato calm a tension headache?
If you think it will, then it may do so.
What are some examples of tension?
Nervous tension: "The tension from waiting for the jury to give its verdict was giving me a headache."Physical tension: "If you overtighten the guitar string, the tension will be so great the string will snap."
Headache nerve pain bumps on scalp?
A headache felt throughout the scalp is usually a tension headache. However, you should never try to diagnose yourself. For a diagnosis, a doctor needs to be consulted. Preferably a headache specialist who is best able to diagnose, treat and manage headache disorders.
