HEADACHES

TENSION HEADACHES

Tension headaches are the most common type of headache, characterized by a dull, aching pain or pressure around the forehead, temples, or back of the head and neck. Often described as a tight band around the head, they can be triggered by stress, muscle tension, jaw pain or poor posture. Symptoms can include sensitivity to lights and mild nausea.

MIGRAINES

Migraines are a type of headache disorder characterized by intense, throbbing pain, usually on one side of the head, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. Migraines can last from a few hours to several days and may be preceded by warning symptoms known as an “aura,” such as visual disturbances or tingling. Triggers can include stress, certain foods, hormonal changes, and environmental factors.

MENSTRUAL MIGRAINES

Menstrual migraines are a type of migraine headache that occur in relation to a woman’s menstrual cycle, typically just before or during menstruation.

TRIGEMINAL AUTONOMIC CEPHALALGIAS (TACs)

Trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias (TACs) are a group of rare, severe primary headache disorders characterized by intense, unilateral pain in the region of the trigeminal nerve (around the eye, temple, or forehead) accompanied by autonomic symptoms like tearing, nasal congestion, or eyelid drooping. The most common types include cluster headaches, paroxysmal hemicrania, and SUNCT/SUNA syndromes. TACs are known for their sharp, stabbing pain and can occur in clusters or short bursts.