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Headaches and dizziness

Introduction

Headaches and dizziness are common ailments that can have a variety of causes. The most common causes of dizziness and headaches are typical life situations - lack of sleep and stress. These are prosaic reasons. However, the causes of dizziness should also be sought in various diseases. Therefore, if headaches and dizziness recur or do not stop, it is worth considering what could be their cause.

Bóle głowy i zawroty głowy są częstymi dolegliwościami, które mogą mieć różne przyczyny. Oto definicja, objawy i metody leczenia tych objawów: Ból głowy jest odczuwanym dyskomfortem lub bólem w okolicy głowy. Istnieje wiele rodzajów bólów głowy, takich jak migrena, ból napięciowy, klasterowy ból głowy itp.

What are headaches and dizziness?

A headache is a feeling of discomfort or pain in the head area. There are many types of headaches, such as migraine, tension headaches, cluster headaches, etc. Headache symptoms can vary depending on the kind of pain.

  • Migraine: characterized by throbbing pain, usually on one side of the head, often accompanied by nausea, photophobia, and audiophobia.
  • Tension pain: This is usually mild to moderate and involves a feeling of pressure or tension around the head. A cluster headache is very intense and often occurs in specific cycles, causing severe pain on one side of the head, eye redness, tearing, and nasal congestion.
  • Dizziness brings a feeling of disorientation or instability that can make you feel like the world is turning (so-called rotational vertigo) or that you are moving (so-called unsteady vertigo).
  • Symptoms of vertigo may include feeling: losing balance, and lightheadedness when severe dizziness occurs. Rotational vertigo can be manifested by: nausea, vomiting, and difficulties in maintaining a stable posture (balance disorders), accompanied by visual or hearing disorders.

Treatment

It is essential to consult your doctor for an accurate diagnosis when choosing a treatment, as the causes of headaches and dizziness can range from simple stress to Eustachian tube inflammation and even multiple sclerosis.
  • Painkillers: Painkillers such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or migraine medications may be recommended for tension headaches or migraines.
  • Lifestyle change therapy: In some cases, lifestyle changes such as avoiding migraine triggers, regular sleep, a healthy diet, and regular physical activity can help reduce the frequency and severity of headaches.
  • Physical therapy: In some cases, physical therapy, such as massage, stretching, and exercises to strengthen the muscles of the neck and back, can provide relief.
  • Pharmacological treatment: In severe migraines or dizziness, the doctor may prescribe specialized drugs, such as anti-migraine drugs, antiemetic drugs, or drugs that stabilize the balance organ.
  • Behavioral therapy: In some cases, behavioral therapy, such as biofeedback or relaxation therapy, can help manage headaches or dizziness through stress control and relaxation.

Vertigo treatment available at Magwise:

  • Pharmacotherapy under the supervision of a specialist neurologist

Specialists in the treatment of headaches and dizziness