Head hurts worse when laying down - anyone else have this? - Headaches & Migraines Message Board

deehenry · 06-03-2001, 11:13 PM

I have had constant head pain for 3 years no with no diagnosis and no relief. I am wondering if anyone else has the experiece of their head hurting worse when they lay their head down. Also, it hurts worse <i>where</i> I lay my head down. For example, if I lay on my back, the back of my head hurts more, if I lay on my side the side of my head hurts more. Thanks.

Hamsmacker · 06-05-2001, 05:46 PM

Hi dee,

The only time I experience pain in my head from lying down is when I have a migraine. And even then, that doesn't always happen. I do know what you mean though. There are times when my head can be on the softest pillow, but the *pressure* is just unbearable. Sitting up hurts, lying down hurts etc. I have found that when I put a cloth such as a bandana and tie it tightly around my head, I have an all around even pressure which will allow for my to lie down and TRY to sleep off the migraine. I wish I could help you out with something new to try but I'm sure you've heard/tried them all. I guess this is just a little note to let you know that you are not alone.

Vickie · 06-23-2001, 02:40 PM

I know what you mean. Have you tried lying down with an ice pack where the pain is and trying to get to sleep for a little while? Maybe taking Excedrin PM to help. If you take it about a half hour to one hour before you lay down, you may be drowsy enough to sleep through the pain. It may be worth a try. I know how hard it is to try to sleep when you are in so much pain. Also, try massaging your head with your fingers or with a massager. It will give some relief even if only for a few minutes. Good luck.

mel333 · 07-28-2001, 06:28 AM

I too get migranes possibly related to a disc bulge c5/6 and I cannot lie down at all when in pain. I sit up on pillows in bed with a ice pack and try to not move untill I can sleep it off or I listen to music with ice on my head and my feet in hot water - this can help alot especially if you add lavender oil. Do you take migrane meds if so what kind because most set up a rebound syndrome which ends up causing more pain.

08-17-2001, 07:10 PM

My head usually hurts more when I lie down. I'm still not sure what kind of headaches mine are. Often there will be pain and a taut feeling that goes up one shoulder into the neck and ends in a point on the side of my head just above the temple. Lying down only seems to increase the feeling of tension. Sounds like a tension headache, but there is also sensitivity to light and loud sounds. When I get one like that I can usually count on it lasting all day. Occasionally Ive had one last for two or three days.