Triggers for Common Types of Headaches

Headaches can range from mild to debilitating, robbing a person of his or her quality of life. Here are a few of the more common types of headaches and some of the most typical issues that trigger them.

Hangovers

When someone imbibes a bit too much the night before and wakes up with a headache, there can be a number of reasons why he or she feels this way. Experts have not yet pinpointed an exact reason why this, one of the most common types of headaches, occurs, but they have a few guesses. Some point to inflammation due to alcohol intake, while others believe dehydration is a contributing factor. One reason may be that the person is staying up later than usual.

Headaches Behind the Eyes

If you have a dull headache that seems to be centered behind your eyes, that could be due to tension. It will more than likely clear up with an over-the-counter medication. However, if the problem is located behind one eye or is severe, that could be a cluster or migraine. Cluster headaches are usually associated with excessive tears in the eyes or eye redness.

Migraines

This is probably the most severe and troubling type of headache, often triggered by a stressful event. When a person goes through stress, the body produces a substance known as cortisol, which helps them get through it. When the cortisol wears off, that person may be more at risk for a migraine.

If you suffer from one of these common types of headaches, Neurotherapy could help pinpoint the cause and also help determine the best course of treatment. To learn more, contact Northwest Biofeedback online or call 847-627-8164 (Des Plaines) or 224-334-3070 (Schaumburg).