Extremely bad headaches! Please help! - Headaches & Migraines Message Board

NicoleKane · 01-05-2007, 12:09 AM

Hi. Recently, I've been having recurrent head-aches, or, what I assume, are headaches. I've been having them three-four times a day non-stop, for the last two weeks. I've been taking Tylenol to somehow supress it, but it takes a least a good 45 minutes to go away and then comes back not even an hour after. I'll explain exactly what happens when I get the headaches.

First, I get this pulsing in on the top, side, and back of my head, that, when you put your hand to it, can feel it throbbing furiously. Second, all through my nose, going through my head, and now, starting today, have gone to my ears is where the pressure is located. I've been keeping a Humidiphier (spelled right? o.0) and the window open, as the house is somewhat stuffy, but that doesn't seem to be helping. Thirdly, when I get the headaches, my eyes are sensitive to the light, and I get somewhat light-headed and dizzy. The pressure exceeds to my eyes, ( over, under and on top.) and all through my forehead. I also feel somewhat sick to my stomach, and it takes a lot out of me, so I've been sleeping long hours.

Does anyone get these? If so, what is the best suggestion to stop them and what are they? Migraines, sinus-headaches, or just plain headaches? Thanks,

Nicole.

aussie_jono · 01-05-2007, 06:32 PM

1. See a doctor to ensure there is no sinister underlying cause for the headaches (not likely, but needs to be ruled out)

2. Try taking Advil, 2 tabs PLUS Percogesic 2 tabs with a glass of water, this will be significantly more effective than Tylenol alone.

3. Try using a nasal decongestant/analgesic (eg. Advil Sinus) to see if sinus congestion is playing a role.