Headache In The Forehead

2024 Author: Josephine Shorter | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 21:43

Headache in the forehead

Probably, every person in his life has at least once dealt with such a phenomenon as a headache in the forehead - after all, this type of headache is the most common. Agree, the feeling of heaviness in the forehead and pain, as if with small hammers radiating in the temples and pressing on the eyes, is not the best feeling?

Absolutely healthy people, who have never had anything more serious than a cold, also have a headache in the forehead area. This is what makes this type of pain different from the rest. To find out where it comes from, let's look at the possible causes of it.

Why does the head hurt in the forehead?

There is no definite answer. There are a great many reasons for this pain. They are all of a different nature. Let us first consider the main diseases that cause headache in the forehead.

• It can be provoked by sinusitis - inflammation of the mucous membrane of the maxillary sinuses. Sinusitis can manifest itself as a complication of other infectious diseases, and as a result of problems with the roots of the teeth. A headache in the forehead area, but a runny nose does not go away? Bend over and tilt your head down. If you have a feeling of heaviness and pressing pain in your sinuses, you may have sinusitis. Contact an otolaryngologist urgently and find out your diagnosis.
• Pain in the forehead causes frontal sinusitis (a form of sinusitis). This is an inflammation of the frontal sinus. It often manifests itself as a headache that occurs in the morning and disappears for a while after the sinuses are emptied. Frontitis is treated with vasoconstrictor agents - they are dripped into the nose and smeared with the mucous membrane of the nasal passage. In addition, aspirin, analgin, heating with an ultraviolet lamp and inhalation are used. In severe cases, antibiotics are prescribed intramuscularly, and sometimes surgery may be required.

• Among hypertensive and hypotensive patients, a common cause of headache is increased intracranial pressure. Changes in pressure are caused by various reasons: stress, overwork, a change in time zones or a change in the weather. Pressure fluctuations are the cause of the headache. When the pressure rises, the pain extends not only to the forehead, back of the head and temples - it can also "girdle" the entire head.
• A headache concentrated in the frontal region can be triggered by infectious diseases, accompanied by an increase in temperature. In addition to common sore throats, colds and pneumonia, headache accompanies the following diseases:
• Flu. In addition to headaches in the temples and forehead, this condition is marked by weakness, chills, and muscle pain. With the flu, any movement of the eyes, like looking at the light, becomes painful.
• A sharp headache accompanies typhoid and malaria;
• Dengue (tropical fever): headache, muscle and joint pain;
• Headache combined with nausea and vomiting are symptoms of acute meningitis.
• Migraine (an inherited disorder) is accompanied by outbreaks of throbbing headache. Appearing in the area of the temples and forehead, the pain presses on the eyes and radiates to the back of the head. The attacks of pain can be complemented by nausea and vomiting.

If you're overworked - whether it's physical or mental - your head may also start to hurt. As a rule, in this case, the pain first manifests itself in the cervical region, and then passes to the forehead and eyebrows through the back of the head. Pain accompanies nausea; coordination problems may arise. There is a feeling of an iron hoop, which squeezes your head more and more. Overstrain of the cervical muscles can also provoke a headache. Try to forget about all the problems, relax, take pain relievers, lie down or sit in a comfortable position and meditate or try to sleep.

Certain foods or supplements also cause headaches. Of course, it is not the product itself that is harmful, but only the specific substance that it contains. Experts believe that there are about 20 such substances. Here are some of them:

• Meat products, as well as processed vegetables and fruits, may contain high amounts of nitrates. These substances are very common in recent years, but people who monitor their health have long known about the harmful effects of nitrates on the body.
• Alcoholic drinks, including beer and red wine, are high in histamine. In small doses, this substance is even useful - it strengthens the immune system of the human body. But excess histamine can trigger migraines.
• Monosodium glutamate. This is one of the most common dietary supplements. It is found in large quantities in uncooked seafood. So don't be surprised if you start having headaches after visiting a Chinese restaurant.
• Tyramine can also cause headaches. This substance is rich in chocolate, nuts and certain types of cheese.
• Everyone knows caffeine. If you know when to stop, this substance activates brain activity. But if overused, it can cause pain. Caffeine is found in tea, coffee and cola; power engineers are made on its basis. Therefore, control the amount of these drinks you drink per day.

• Citrus fruits contain acids that can cause headaches in allergy sufferers.

Here is the story of Anna, who for a long time suffered from constant headaches in the forehead:

About a year ago, frequent headaches began to bother me. What is most interesting is that my head hurt only on weekdays, but on weekends I forgot about it. At first, I was sure that the cause of these pains was overwork, although my work was not associated with constant stress (I am a pastry chef). But my doctor, as soon as he found out about my place of work, recommended that I reduce the amount of consumed chocolate products. Sweets are my greatest weakness, and for a long time I could not decide to limit myself, but the pains became stronger and stronger, and I gave up. Almost immediately, the headaches stopped and I decided not to eat chocolate at all. At first it was an ordeal for me, but gradually I got used to it, the more it was worth it - the headaches have never returned since then. Thanks to my doctor! Without him, I would not have guessed what the headaches were from.

Adherence to the diet is also the most important factor in the prevention of headaches. Many people do not eat breakfast and this is a big mistake. After sleep, the energy supply in the body is small, and in order to get additional vigor, it needs calories in the morning. Eat 3-5 times a day, and remember to consume less, but more often. You should eat less for dinner than for other meals. To prevent dehydration, which can trigger migraines, drink plenty of clean water and eat salads with fresh vegetables and herbs.

If you are worried about constant headaches, you should not self-medicate - this will bring your body only temporary relief, or even do harm. A professional doctor, having made a diagnosis, will be able to prescribe an effective treatment. First you should contact your therapist; based on symptoms, he or she will diagnose or send you to an otolaryngologist, neurologist or dentist.

Remember, persistent headaches can be one of the symptoms of serious illness. Do not ignore the alarming signals of your body and contact specialists in a timely manner, because health is the most valuable thing that we have.

Author of the article: Alekseeva Maria Yurievna | Therapist

Education: From 2010 to 2016 Practitioner of the therapeutic hospital of the central medical-sanitary unit No. 21, city of elektrostal. Since 2016 she has been working in the diagnostic center No. 3.