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 vary substantially. Most people will suffer from headaches at some point or another throughout their lives. They are the most prevalent type of discomfort and the main cause of absences from work or school as well as doctor appointments. Most headaches are harmless, but other types may indicate a more serious problem.

Anyone, including kids, teenagers, and adults, can get headaches. A headache affects 96% of people at some point in their lives. Around 10% of people worldwide experience migraine headaches, compared to 40% who experience tension-type headaches. More than 150 different types of headaches exist. Primary and secondary headaches are the two main categories.