Pulsating headaches are quite common. They may indicate both banal fatigue and severe pathology. Therefore, it is important to understand the reasons for the appearance of such a sign.
Throbbing pains in the head, depending on location
In the back of the head
Usually, with pain in the back of the head, the condition of the person is unbearable: pain does not allow to work, learn, relax. Often this pain can not be stopped even with the help of potent analgesics. If this condition occurs frequently, it is imperative to consult a doctor.
Most often, this problem is associated with a sharp increase in pressure. Additionally, other symptoms may appear:
- nausea;
- dizziness;
- weakness;
- change in the nature of pain;
- increased discomfort when bending the head.
In the absence of proper treatment, such headaches can cause a stroke.
The same symptoms may indicate the presence of diseases of the cervical spine. In this case, the accompanying signs will be:
- convulsions;
- sleep problems;
- problems with appetite;
- vision problems.
On the left side of the head
Most often, such pains speak of approaching migraine attacks. This usually occurs as a result of:
- severe stress;
- mental surge;
- drinking large amounts of alcohol.
Additional symptoms include:
- noise in ears;
- fear of the light;
- nausea.
On the right side
Migraine can also manifest as a pulsating pain in the right side of the head. The distinctive features of pathology include:
- nausea and vomiting;
- hallucinations;
- problems in the work of the organs of sight and hearing.
Moreover, such sensations can last for 2-4 hours, delivering serious torment.
In the temples
The main reasons for the appearance of pain in the temples include:
- VSD;
- intoxication;
- arterial hypertension;
- migraine;
- strong overvoltage.
May be accompanied by weakness, nausea, rapid heartbeat, sweating.
If the pain appears in a particular part (for example, only on the left or on the right side), this may indicate an inflammation of the trigeminal nerve. The main causes of pathology include injury, hypothermia, herpes virus.
In the forehead area
The main causes of the appearance of discomfort in the frontal area:
- intoxication with colds;
- eye disease;
- pressure increase;
- inflammatory processes in the body.
Additionally, you may experience nausea, problems with consciousness, convulsions.
What are the causes of pain
Pulsating sore can manifest itself in the following forms:
- short-term;
- long lasting;
- strong;
- weak;
- aching;
- sharp.
True, in some cases, pain symptoms are not a sign of any disease: this is how your body may react to an abnormal lifestyle, changing weather, or lack of vitamins in the body.
Often these symptoms may occur for the following reasons:
- Improper nutrition. For example, some types of cheese, smoked sausages can lead to migraines. Also, pain can occur when consuming red wine, because it is contraindicated with high intracranial pressure.
- Under difficult working conditions, due to improperly organized work process, too busy schedule.
- When stressful situations at work, in the family, with constant experiences.
First aid
Such pain cannot be tolerated. When they appear, you must immediately call an ambulance, and before that take first aid measures:
- Drink any pain medication, such as Nurofen, Paracetamol, Analgin.
- Take a horizontal position, while the legs should be on a small hill - you can put a twisted blanket. Head down is strictly not recommended.
- You should calm down and try to remove any sources of sound, irritating factors, for example, turn off the TV, close the curtains to avoid bright light.
- Attach to your head a cold compress, which will avoid acute pain.
- If the condition allows, you can take a douche or not too hot bath with the addition of soothing herbs.
- Drink a glass of decoction of chamomile or mint.
Diagnosis and treatment
When referring to a doctor, he should carefully examine all the symptoms, conduct a primary examination and listen to complaints - so you can make a preliminary diagnosis. To confirm it, a number of studies should be conducted:
- urine and blood tests;
- MRI of the head and neck;
- computed tomography;
- antiography;
- Ultrasound of the internal organs.
- spinal puncture (it is performed if there is a suspicion of encephalitis, meningitis);
- vision diagnosis.
Therapy depends on the diagnosis. Most often with the pulsating pain in the head, the following treatment is prescribed:
- taking painkillers drugs;
- massage;
- physiotherapy;
- hypnosis;
- acupuncture;
- cold compresses for vasoconstriction (only a doctor can prescribe).
In exceptional cases (in case of serious diseases), surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy may be prescribed.
Together with conservative treatment, a patient suffering from throbbing pains in the head should not forget about the following points:
- correct and harmonious distribution of working time and rest;
- full and healthy sleep;
- prevention of stressful situations, disorders, experiences;
- lack of physical and mental strain;
- healthy diet;
- rejection of bad habits;
- sport, because movement is life.
Very rarely, throbbing pains in the head are a sign of fatigue, usually a symptom of a serious illness. Because it is so important not to pull in time and consult a doctor who will diagnose and prescribe the correct treatment.
