Headaches

Most people experience a headache from time to time, but if your head pain isn’t manageable with over-the-counter medications, AssociatesMD can help. At the offices in Plantation, Pembroke Pines, Davie, Weston, Margate, Dania Beach, or Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the experienced medical team provides diagnostic testing and customized treatment services for tension headaches, sinus headaches, migraines, and other headache types.rf

What are headaches?

A headache describes pain that affects the head, face, neck, and scalp. Pain develops when there’s dysfunction in the communication processes between your nerves, blood vessels, and brain.

There are two main classes of headaches:

• Primary headache: A primary headache occurs on its own without an underlying medical condition. Types of primary headaches include migraines, cluster headaches, and tension headaches.
• Secondary headache: A secondary headache develops as a symptom of another condition, such as a sinus infection or dehydration.

AssociatesMD provides personalized headache care that focuses on relieving your discomfort and preventing additional episodes of pain.

When should I seek medical attention for headaches?

Schedule a diagnostic evaluation at AssociatesMD if you have a persistent headache that doesn’t respond well to over-the-counter medications or if you need help managing chronic migraines that interfere with your quality of life.

The medical team also recommends that you seek urgent medical care if you experience sudden and severe head pain, or you have a headache that occurs with symptoms like:

• Fever
• Stiff neck
• Skin rash
• Vision changes
• Mental confusion
• Shortness of breath

How are headaches treated?

Treatment for headaches depends on what’s causing your pain. The AssociatesMD team customizes a care plan to your unique needs that may include:

• Oral medications: Over-the-counter and prescription medications are available to ease headache pain and muscle tension.
• Lifestyle changes: Your daily habits can contribute to frequent headaches. The team can suggest strategies like drinking plenty of water, using mindfulness techniques, and getting regular exercise to reduce muscle tension.

Call the AssociatesMD office near you today to schedule a diagnostic evaluation for painful headaches or migraines. You can also use the online feature to book an appointment.