Headache pain may be generalized (all over) or localized (in one area). It may range from mild to severe. Some headaches have a known cause while others, like migraine headaches, do not.

1. Tension headache is caused by muscle contraction of the head. It is the most common kind of headache and is often described as a "tightening or constricting of the head." Causes of tension headache may include stress, pressure or anxiety. Allergies, lack of sleep or alcohol may also be the causes. To relieve tension headache, one may take Fortolin or Fortolin Extra. The ingredients of these pain relievers have been widely used in the medical profession. They are both safe and effective.

2. Vascular headache refers to a category that includes both migraine and cluster headaches. Headaches of this type range from the simply annoying to those that make a persion unable to function.

3. Migraine headache is usually more intense. There may be throbbing, pounding and intense pain on one side of the head. Symptoms of a migraine headache may include nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. Migraine headaches may range from severely debilitating to mild to moderate pain. Moreover, migraine headaches tend to be hereditary. Only a doctor can determine if your headaches are really migraines. To know more about migraine headaches, please read Learn More About Migraine. For migraines in general, one may take Tonterin to relieve the pain and discomfort.

4. Cluster headache is a rare kind of headache. However, it can cause tremendous suffering for those afflicted. Attacks tend to occur in "clusters" several times a day or at the same time each day for a couple of days.

5. Sinus headache is often caused by sinusitis (irritation of the sinuses). An inflicted person usually feels pressure behind the eyes, along the nose, behind the cheeks and has a headache. Sometimes the pain is mild. But sometimes the pain can be intense enough to keep the inflicted person from daily routines.

What to do?

Fortolin or Fortolin Extra can provide relief from the mild-to-moderate pain of most tension and cluster headaches. Migraine headaches tend to cause moderate-to-severe pain which may be relieved by taking Tonterin. But if the headaches are too serious, you are advised to visit a doctor.

When to see a doctor?

Usually, headaches are not signs of serious medical conditions. But you are advised to call your doctor if any of the following conditions occurs:

• You have 3 or more headaches per week
• You have a stiff neck and/or a fever
• You have shortness of breath
• You are dizzy, unsteady, or have slurred speech, weakness, or changes in sensation (numbness or tingling).
• Your headache is caused by a head injury
• Your headache is triggered by exertion, coughing, or bending.
• You have persistent or severe vomiting