The most common causes include:

• bad posture (as a result of increased tension of the muscles on the head),
• fatigue, stress and lack of sleep (exacerbated by alcohol consumption and smoking),
• dehydration (lack of fluids or excessive consumption of coffee, energy drinks, alcohol, etc.),
• food allergy (for example, artificial sweeteners, preservatives or flavor enhancers),
• hormonal fluctuations (menopause, menstruation),
• infectious disease (in case of upper respiratory tract involvement),
• symptom of more serious damage (worsening during exertion or bending forward, accompanied by - vomiting, speech or vision disorders, unusual behavior, convulsions, etc.).

Other causes:

• inflammation of the nerves, teeth, mouth, ears, etc.,
• hypoglycemia,
• anemia,
• poisoning by gases or volatile substances, etc.

Preventive measures:

• enough sleep
• proper drinking regime,
• regular movement
• balanced diet,
• relaxation (meditation, exercise, rest),
• frequent ventilation,
• massages,
• swimming etc.

If the pain appears suddenly and has an unusual course, intensity, symptoms or significantly limits you in carrying out normal activities, do not be afraid to consult a doctor.

Also, keep in mind that long-term use of analgesics can also cause headaches and become habit forming. You can consult a pharmacy about choosing a suitable product.

Free according to the web portal of the Czech Chamber of Pharmacy for the public Lékárnické kapky, 29 January 2024