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What Causes Headache With GAD?

I was diagnosed with GAD (generalized anxiety disorder) a few months ago. My doctor put me on Zoloft. I didn't like the way it made me feel so I discontinued use after a few months. I take Xanax when I have panic attacks. Lately I have been having strange head aches and a feeling of empty headedness. Not really confusion but just a general lack of ability to concentrate or focus. When the head ache is present is gets worse when I attempt to concentrate.
Tue, 21 Nov 2017
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Hello!

Welcome on Healthcaremagic!

Your symptoms could be related to tension type headache, which is related to daily stress.

There is nothing to worry about! An antidepressant would help improve the situation.

Anyway, considering the fact that you do not tolerate well antidepressants, I would recommend using valeriana extracts to help improve anxiety and also your headache. The painkillers could help time after time.

Other tips to help improve you situation (anxiety and headache) would be:
- be active (aerobics, Yoga)
- practice meditation
- use a balanced diet
- avoid caffeine intake.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Best wishes, Dr. Aida
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What Causes Headache With GAD?

Hello! Welcome on Healthcaremagic! Your symptoms could be related to tension type headache, which is related to daily stress. There is nothing to worry about! An antidepressant would help improve the situation. Anyway, considering the fact that you do not tolerate well antidepressants, I would recommend using valeriana extracts to help improve anxiety and also your headache. The painkillers could help time after time. Other tips to help improve you situation (anxiety and headache) would be: - be active (aerobics, Yoga) - practice meditation - use a balanced diet - avoid caffeine intake. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Best wishes, Dr. Aida