One-sided headache can occur due to sinus infection, or sinusitis which can result in inflammation on one or both sides of the head. It can be treated with the help of cold or hot packs over the head and neck, by massaging, over-the-counter medication, etc.
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I am suffering from a one-sided headache. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 28-year-old female. Nowadays, I often get one-sided headache after working in front of the computer. I think I am suffering from a migraine headache. How can I identify the other potential triggers for my migraine? Along with medication, are there lifestyle modifications that ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I appreciate the confidence that you place in me for your healthcare consultation. Actually, I believe that you have acute migraine. Other potential causes of migraine include stress, chronic coffee intake, lack of sleep, noise pollution, illicit drug usage, an... Read Full »
I suffer from headaches and tinnitus. Is there any test to diagnose the cause?
Query: Hi doctor, Before a month, I went for earwax cleaning, and it was unsuccessful. The second attempt after three days was fine. There were some irritation and blood was found on the removed cerumen. According to the ear specialist, there is no ear inflammation. My complaints are top right-sided burnin... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and gone through the attached blood reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). First of all, I did not find anything seriously deviated from normal in your blood report. Regarding headache, I think there is a need for a brain scan, such a... Read Full »
I have left-sided headaches accompanied by nausea, heaviness, and vertigo. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have a headache, especially on the left side, but sometimes the entire head. When the headache is severe, I have nausea, heaviness, and vertigo. And sometimes, I have blurred vision. I have got my eyes checked, and there is a difference of 0.25 in both eyes. Kindly suggest to me what... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your symptoms are suggestive of migraines. Do not worry as anything serious is going on. For this reason, I recommend discussing with your doctor the possibility of starting preventing therapy (Verapamil or Propranolol) to reduce the frequency and severity of hea... Read Full »
I have severe headaches that spread down my neck. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am 27 weeks pregnant and still fall sick. A week ago, I started with severe headaches on my right side. I usually have it in the evening. The pain spreads down my neck, shoulder, and arm. It is disrupting my sleep. What could be causing this, and how do I stop it? Please help Thank yo... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! Pregnancy can sometimes cause headaches, especially during the second and third trimesters. Here are some possible causes and recommendations to help manage your symptoms: 1. Hormonal changes: Pregnancy hormones, such as estrogen and ... Read Full »
I have headache and mild discomfort on the left side. What could be the cause?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 30-year-old male. I do not smoke or drink alcohol. I am currently not taking any medication. This year I have started to suffer from a brief headache that lasts only a few seconds at a time. It is more of a mild discomfort. They happen maybe three times a day, or sometimes they do ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Icliniq.com welcomes you. I understand your concern and will try my best to give you all the answers in a very easy and clear manner. Get your vitamin B12 and D3 levels checked, as deficiency of these can also cause similar symptoms. If there is a deficiency, you will need supplements. Are ther... Read Full »
What can cause random, sharp, one-sided headaches lasting for a second?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 28-year-old female suffering from a sharp one-sided headache and it lasts for a second. Please suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It seems to be an ice pick headache and it is a benign type of headache. So, there is no need for doing brain imaging. I recommend taking Indomethacin 50 mg twice a day for a week. You can also take Melatonin 5 mg at bedtime for a month for re... Read Full »
For the past five days, I have been having an intermittent headache that aggravates on chewing food?
Query: Hi doctor, I have left-sided headaches from the last five days. I notice it more when I chew food. I have anxiety problems since last two years, for which I take Petril 0.25 daily. Please help me. How to get rid of these headaches? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. From the available description, it is possible that there is aproblem in your left temporomandibular joint, which causes pain during chewing. The second possibility for these headaches is anxiety itself. The presence of uni... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have a question. I do not know why whenever I finish exercising, after 30 minutes, I have a headache that starts on the left side of my head and my body starts shaking. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing and I can understand your concern. Actually, this might be due to a lack of water and food intake. Because when we exercise, our body needs more protein and glucose. Protein and glucose come from foods like juices, milk, eggs, vegetables, an... Read Full »
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