Why has a head been hurting continously for about 3 weeks now when you have taken every kind of medication there is and the doctors are all quacks. Needing help what causes headache this long?

1. Chronic Tension Headache:

- Caused by sustained contraction of the muscles in the head and neck.

- Can last for weeks or even months.

2. Migraine:

- Severe headaches that are often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.

- Can last for several days.

3. Cluster Headache:

- Sharp, stabbing pain around the eye or temple.

- Typically occur in clusters that can last for weeks or months, followed by periods of remission.

4. Sinus Infection:

- Headache accompanied by nasal congestion, facial pain, and fever.

5. Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders:

- Headaches due to problems with the joint that connects the jaw to the skull.

- Can be accompanied by jaw pain, clicking, or locking.

6. Medication Overuse Headache:

- Caused by overuse of pain relievers (e.g., aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen).

- Headaches worsen when the medication wears off.

7. High Blood Pressure:

- Severe headache that develops suddenly.

- Can be accompanied by blurred vision, nausea, and vomiting.

8. Neurological Disorders:

- Headaches can be a symptom of various neurological conditions, such as meningitis, encephalitis, or brain tumors.

9. Post-Traumatic Headache:

- Headaches that develop after a head injury.

- May persist for weeks or months after the injury.

10. Caffeine Withdrawal:

- Headaches that occur when someone who regularly consumes caffeine suddenly stops or significantly reduces their intake.

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