Current medical status: feels like some one shot novacaine in my head on top left side but I have feeling there. Its a heavy feeling like a brick sitting on your head. It was coming and going for about a week or two now it came last night and its still there this morning
Current medical treatment: none
According to the data you provided, you might be experiencing a migraine headache. The exact cause for a migraine is unknown. Several trigger factors are suspected: bright lights, loud noise, allergic reactions, stress, alcohol, smoking, menstrual cycle fluctuations, etc. There is no 100% effective drugs, but the most used include: beta-blockers, calcium antagonists, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).
You might want to consult with your doctor to exclude other reasons for the headache.
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