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General Headache

This is a way of classifying a headache that does not meet the criteria of a more specific type of headache, such as a migraine. more

How did people like you experience General Headache?

Below you can see what K knows about how 72145 real people experienced General Headache, including:

  1. Symptoms to watch for
  2. Testing
  3. Treatment
  4. Recovery

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What to watch out for if you have General Headache:

Watch for symptoms like Headache.

Concerning Symptoms

People Like You often seek further care if:

  • They develop a severe/worsening headache
  • They develop a fever over 100.4 F
  • They faint or feel faint
  • They develop weakness, slurred speech or vision change

Potential Symptoms

Headache

Testing for General Headache

No specific tests. Physicians often perform a physical examination.

How to treat General Headache

Who do people see?

Most people like you saw a Primary Care Physician to diagnose and/or treat their General Headache.

How is it treated?

Explore treatment options, like NSAIDs as well as a combination of rest and cold compresses.

How long does it take to recover from General Headache?

Recovery time for most cases of General Headache is hours.