Headaches

Headaches are pains in the head or face that are frequently described as throbbing, continuous, severe, or dull pressure. The kind, intensity, location, and frequency of headaches can all vary substantially. Most headaches are harmless, but other types may indicate a more serious problem.

More than 150 different types of headaches exist. Primary and secondary headaches are the two main classifications. Most people will suffer from headaches at some point or another throughout their lives. They are the most prevalent type of pain and the main cause of absences from work or school as well as doctor visits.