Hello,
Your symptom of daily forehead
headaches is suggestive of tension-headaches than migraines, possibly triggered by muscle tension, posture,
eye strain,
stress, or even side effect of
Lexapro itself. If Lexapro is the cause, then you are advised to keep your treating doctor informed. He may consider adjusting the dose, switch to a different antidepressant.
Don't worry, simple lifestyle changes like hydration, posture, stress reduction, screen breaks and checking if Lexapro is contributing can help. Limit screen time, do regular exercise and stretching and ensure that you have quality sleep at night for not less than 8 hours. Heat or cold packs on forehead/neck along with
massage to scalp/neck muscles will be helpful.
Avoid intake of excessive caffeine, maintain good posture while standing, sleeping or walking. You can check with an eye specialist to rule out vision problems as it also triggers headache. Avoid tension both physical and emotional and give yourself sufficient time to relax.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr Nupur K., General & Family Physician