Why Have I Had A Pain In The Back Side Of My Head?

Posted on Mon, 9 May 2022

Question: I had a pain in back side of head

Answered by Dr. Kampana (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need more details.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Can you please tell me if you had an injury? Do you have a cold or sinus? Are you hypertensive or diabetic? From when do you have pain? Is it associated with nausea or vomiting?

Looking forward to your reply.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Kampana (18 hours later)

Can you please tell me if you had an injury?
NO

Do you have a cold or sinus?
NO
Are you hypertensive or diabetic?
NO
From when do you have pain?
last 06 months
Is it associated with nausea or vomiting
no

Answered by Dr. Kampana (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
As explained below.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

it looks like a migraine. I suggest you take Tab. Headset as and when required to a maximum of twice a day. I would suggest you note down the aggravating factors and relieving factors and follow respectively. Deep breathing exercises 20 minutes a day will help relieve stress. Drink plenty of water around 3 to 4 liters per day.

I hope this answered your query. In case it persists then you may have to visit a neurologist for a detailed examination and treatment.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Kampana (4 minutes later)

thanks for Comment

One small query what is difference between occipital neuralgia and Migraine

Please

Answered by Dr. Kampana (42 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
As explained below.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

They both are headaches but the sources are different and also the treatment.

Occipital neuralgia is due to compressed or irritated nerves that run from the neck, up the back of the head to the scalp.

Migraines are related to changes in the brain which often have an aggravating factor such as perfumes, some food, light, hunger etc.

I hope this answered your query.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana