How to Make a Headache Better

Headaches can be painful, and when they are really bad, or a migraine, they can keep people from leaving their bed all day. Allergies and sinus problems, stress and head injuries cause headaches. When severe side effects like blurred vision, vomiting and extreme sensitivity to light accompany a headache, it could be a migraine or something far worse. The sufferer should see a doctor, according to "Practical Family Health."

Instructions

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  Take a medication made for headache relief. When the headache starts from the shoulders it is generally a tension headache. When it starts behind one eye, it is most likely a cluster headache, according to "The American Medical Association Family Medical Guide." It is probably a migraine when nausea and sensitivity to light accompanies it. Many pain pill companies manufacture medications specific to the kind of headache pain you might experience.

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  Stay in bed for the day and keep the lights off if they make the headache feel worse. If the pain is in the neck it is wise to take some time to relax, meditate and maybe massage the shoulders to relieve the tension causing the headache.

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  Drink water or tea to stay hydrated throughout the day. Dehydration can cause headaches to worsen. Some teas can help lessen the effects of headaches, according to the "Family Guide To Natural Medicine." Chamomile tea has a soothing and relaxing effect that can ease the pain.

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  See a doctor if the headache persists through the whole day. This could be a sign of head trauma or migraines and only a doctor can help treat these issues.