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Why Am I Having A Headache Post Sex?

Hey Im 16 very athletic 6'1 and incredibly healthy (im a future NFL recruit) I just was asking exactly exactly why I have a headache after about two hours of "making out" with my girlfriend its a exhausting feeling, pumping headache, is this lack of oxygen? How can i prevent this?
Mon, 13 Oct 2014
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hi

I understand your headache.

Headache after sex is called post coital headache.

1st thing require to go for CT scan to identify cause if any.


It can be prevented by medicines like propranalol. it should be taken before sexual activity but do take advise from your doctor.

Headache after sex can be reduced by analgesic like paracetamol and diclofenac.


still have query then feel free to ask.

Thank you.

Happy to help you further.




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Why Am I Having A Headache Post Sex?

hi I understand your headache. Headache after sex is called post coital headache. 1st thing require to go for CT scan to identify cause if any. It can be prevented by medicines like propranalol. it should be taken before sexual activity but do take advise from your doctor. Headache after sex can be reduced by analgesic like paracetamol and diclofenac. still have query then feel free to ask. Thank you. Happy to help you further.