Headaches In The Past Few Days Don't Respond To Pain

Posted on Sat, 1 Jun 2019

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Question : headaches in the past few days don't respond to pain relievers. they are worse when up some relief when lying down. I have certain neurological issues but they have been checked.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Kindly more details are needed to help through the diagnosis.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I understand your concern.

Kindly more details are needed to help through the diagnosis.

Were is the headache located?

Do you have other symptoms such as a fever or nasal discharge?

Is the headache stimulated by light or other factors?

What type of neurological issues do you have and are you taking any other medication currently?

I will be waiting for your response to help you better.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (6 hours later)

Headaches are mostly on the side of head right above the ears and above forehead. sometimes the pain is pressure other times when move it feels sharp. No fever or nasal discharge. I have Hydrocephalus slit ventricles and epilepsy. I had a seizure a month ago and hit my head,but all my tests were negative. I'm going to see a new neurologist Monday for the seizures I had since they were new and I hadn't had any for 5 years.

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (0 minute later)

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Probably migraine, follow the advice below.

Detailed Answer:
Hi again dear,

Thank you for the provided information.

In my opinion, based on the location of the headache it can be migraine.

Patients with seizure disorder, are twice as likely to have migraine headaches.

So, I suggest to use prescription medication to treat the headache such as Triptan Forte.

You should consult your doctor about the prescription.

Hope my answer was helpful.

Take care,

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng