I Have A Pressure Headache On The Top Left Side

Posted on Mon, 26 Nov 2018

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Question : I have a pressure headache on the top left side of my head. if I push on it and or lay straight on my back it triggers/ activates it. I've been having this for over a week now. what could it be?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Arnab (18 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
possible pinched nerve induced from the cervical region...

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service...
I've gone through your query in details...
I can understand your concern...

Well, considering the fact that it's happening over a week now, then there could be some migraine/sinusitis related concerns or even elevated blood pressure related concerns...to some extent any pinched cervical nerves can also give rise to such headaches (especially if it's spreading down towards the neck or back)...

Another possibility would be a sudden exertion which may cause stress hence giving such headaches (in that case Tylenol and ample rest would've been sufficient to control it)...

At this outset, I'd recommend to please check the blood pressure readings first (if found elevated, then a serial reading should be obtained and antihypertensive medications should be considered accordingly)...Ideally, you should be checked up by a physician to rule out any cervical spine/blood pressure related issues...

You can continue taking Tylenol for the time being, avoid any strenuous activities and stay rested...In case there's any recent history of flu/nasal congestion, take some steam inhalation, drink plenty of warm liquids (broth, soup, porridge) additionally...observe how you stay afterwards...

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take Care
Kind Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee