Do headaches following an injury suggest concussion?

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

Please answer a few questions-

1. Is the headache throbbing or pulsating?

2. Is it one-sided or affects both sides?

3. Is it moderate or severe?

4. Is it relieved by sleeping?

5. Is it triggered by a loud sound or a bright light?

6. Does it feel like a tight band around the head affecting the nape area.

7. How about the flu that you mentioned? Were you tested for COVID infection?

A concussion can cause mild, vague headaches, but we have to rule out other causes such as migraine or tension-type, or cluster headaches. That is why I am asking you for more details.

Meanwhile, I suggest you-

1. You can take pain relievers such as Paracetamol 500 mg one tablet three times a day for headaches.

2. You must avoid triggers such as too much exposure to the computer (we blink less when we browse on the computer, so try to have frequent breaks).

3. You must also avoid too bright light, sleep deprivation, dehydration, or hunger.

If the headache is progressive, I suggest you have an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) of the brain.

Thank you.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Thank you for the response.

Given the characteristics, it suggests that you have a migraine-type headache. We can abort the pain with pain relievers, but it is best to prevent the headache by avoiding triggers. I also have the following suggestions for you-

1. You can stand up and walk after spending 30 minutes on the computer.

2. You must drink plenty of water.

3. You must have an apple in the morning to start the day and one banana in the evening for a good sleep.

Before you sleep, think about things you are thankful for so the stress will go away.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.