Headaches, Changes in Usual Pattern

Here are some examples of possible changes in your usual pattern of headaches : Headaches are worse than usual. You get headaches more often. The pain is in a different area. The pain feels different. The medicines you usually take for headaches no longer seem to work.

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Medical review: Adam Husney MD, Kathleen Romito MD, William H. Blahd Jr. MD FACEP

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Headaches, Changes in Usual Pattern

Headaches, Changes in Usual Pattern

Here are some examples of possible changes in your usual pattern of headaches:

  • Headaches are worse than usual.
  • You get headaches more often.
  • The pain is in a different area.
  • The pain feels different.
  • The medicines you usually take for headaches no longer seem to work.

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Current as ofJune 26, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP – Emergency Medicine
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.