Hi my headache is not going away even after i have taken pain killer? Its a dull ache all over, but I have sharp pains in both temples. I have had it for 5 days and its just not going away. I have health anxiety and I'm really scared its a brain tumour because i have other neurological symptoms such as lightheadedness, flashes of light out the corner of my eyes and fatigue. Do you think its a brain tumour? I also have numbness and tingling in my left pinky that has spread to my whole hand which is constant... help
It sounds like maybe more of a tension headache if it's not responded to pain killers? Does it easy off if you stretch your head or passage your temples a little?
It's much more likely to be anxiety/stress than anything else. Especially since you already know you suffer from anxiety. If you're really worried then go and see your doctor and they will be able to put your mind at rest, I'm sure. I constantly worry I have all sorts of horrible illnesses so I know how you feel. As you are probably already well aware, the worry only brings on more symptoms which then further fuels the worry. It's a vicious circle. Try to relax as much as possible and maybe your symptoms will subside. Have a nice bath or try mediration. Take care x
I was feeling the same way . I went to my neurologist yesterday and he stated it's headaches caused by my anxiety. The amount of stress we go thru with anxiety and panic attacks is enormous. He didn't do a scan due I had one 8 months ago. He wants me to give effexor a try. He said it's suppose to be good for anxiety and headaches.
Relax. Take a deep breath. Take comfort in the fact it's probably not much more than a cluster/tension headache. Give it a week if it isn't better by then see a doctor. Hope you get well.