how can i get rid of a headache on one side and is throbbing behind my eyeball?help, it hurts!!
2006-07-16 03:05:53 · 21 answers · asked by angela 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
I know those eyeball headaches well. Excedrin Migraine and rest in a darkened room.
2006-07-16 03:11:02 · answer #1 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It could be sinus or migraine -- but the throbbing makes me think it's migraine. If you are sensitive to light, sound, or feel nauseous, it's probably migraine.
For now, take a pain reliever -- what you take depends on your health, so don't take anything you're not supposed to just because someone on here says to. I'm in pretty good health, so I take 2 Advil (ibuprofen) and 2 extra strength Tylenol (acetaminophen) because they are two different types of pain reliever and effect the body differently.
I also drink some caffeine, because that helps me -- other people get WORSE from caffeine, so again, it depends on you... If you normally have caffeine in the morning, and you didn't today, the withdrawal could be the trigger of your headache. Or the reverse could be true; if you consumed more caffeine than usual, it could be the trigger. Remember caffeine is in coffee, black and green teas, chocolate, and MANY sodas that you might not think have it. If you think too much caffeine might be the culprit -- re-hydrate yourself with plenty of water (caffeine is also a diuretic and contributes to dehydration which is also a trigger of headaches).
Once you've administered the treatment that is best for you, go to a dark, quiet place and try to nap or just do some deep breathing exercises. You should feel better in 30-60 minutes. If this becomes a recurrent problem, consult a Migraine specialist -- hope you feel better soon!
2006-07-16 03:24:20 · answer #2 · answered by HearKat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds either like a tension headache or a sinus infection...but it also sounds like the beginnings of my migraines...
some questions to ponder...
1. what do you see? shimmeries? tunnel vision? black?
2. How does it react when you lean over? go into the light? dark? if it is noisy?
3. How does it respond to caffeine...? does it make it worse? less?
4. Does it make you want to throw up?
These are some of the questions that a doctor will ask you....
I recommend a chiropractor..I was having real bad migraines and headaches..and I have been "bad" headache free for 2 years now...I get smaller ones from time to time..but not at all as frequent...
Excederin helped mine.....and then go into a dark cool room....and sleep if possible!
I hope you feel better!
2006-07-16 03:12:49 · answer #3 · answered by sleddinginthesnow 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some very good answers already posted. One thing to consider as well is the possibility of bruxism (the clenching &/or grinding of teeth especially when sleeping). If you wake up with a headache, then you are probably grinding your teeth.
You can try a boil and bite athletic mouthguard as a diagnostic aid, but should probably see your dentist for a professioanl nightguard.
2006-07-16 03:12:06 · answer #4 · answered by garys 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all headaches require medical attention, and respond with simple analgesia (painkillers) such as paracetamol/acetaminophen or members of the NSAID class (such as aspirin/acetylsalicylic acid or ibuprofen).
In recurrent unexplained headaches, healthcare professionals may recommend keeping a "headache diary" with entries on type of headache, associated symptoms, precipitating and aggravating factors. This may reveal specific patterns, such as an association with medication, menstruation and absenteeism.
Some forms of headache may be amenable to preventative treatment, such as migraine. On the whole, long-term use of painkillers is discouraged as this may lead to "rebound headaches" on withdrawal. Caffeine, a vasoconstrictor, is sometimes prescribed or recommended, as a remedy or supplement to pain killers in the case of extreme migraine. This has led to the development of Tylenol Ultra, a paracetamol/caffeine analgesic.
2006-07-16 03:08:45 · answer #5 · answered by Bolan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Work out more.
Drink more water.
Take headache medicine.
Drink a coke.
That's what I do that works for a headache. And believe me, I get them all the time.
2006-07-16 03:11:32 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you drink diet pop ? I was getting them really bad & someone told me that the nutrasweet in diet pop does it so I stopped & wha-la no more headaches !
Nutrasweet, equal, aspartane all the same nasty stuff.
I just drink water, plain tea, or black coffee.
If I really want some pop once in awhile I have a "real" pepsi & stay clear of anything diet (even diet jello has it) I have to read everything before I put it in my mouth.
2006-07-16 03:12:31 · answer #7 · answered by day by day 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like migraine to me. Try taking 3 aspirins and lying down in a darkened room. Or sleeping. If it hasn't gone by tomorrow see a doctor.
2006-07-16 03:11:11 · answer #8 · answered by survivor 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a migraine or infection
3 aspirin and a cup of coffee
an hour later...see your doc
2006-07-16 03:07:45 · answer #9 · answered by Warrior 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consult a doctor immdtly. It could be a serious thing. Dont take any anti depressants as they could have side effects. Consult a doc as it is never too late than Miss LATE.
2006-07-16 03:10:10 · answer #10 · answered by MJ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋