If there is one malady that has affected virtually every man – it’s a headache. Commonly, a headache is a universal term for any discomfort felt in the head. This ache usually occurs due to a number of causes and therefore, it is crucial that one knows about these factors before looking for a solution. Understanding the basics of a headache or migraine can generally aid one in curing them till a certain period.

Generally speaking, there are four types of headaches –
1.    Myogenic – Muscular headache which occurs as a result of strain and pressure in muscles.
2.    Vascular – These are caused owing to an uneven blood stream near the brain. Fever headaches and migraines are two of the regular vascular headaches.
3.    Inflammatory – These headaches commonly result in an enlargement of the head and are triggered by problems such as common cold, flu, etc.
4.    Traction – Such headaches are uncommon as they are started when nerve fibres are pulled. Brain tumours, cysts, aneurysms, etc are the regular  reasons for traction headaches and surgery is crucial for effiecient treatment.

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Two heads are better than one! A cluster of heads is still better! But this cluster headache is definitely not desirable! One should not suffer from this chasing disease.

It is chasing because once this headache starts, it occurs daily over a period of weeks extending up to several months! Then it may suddenly disappear and dramatically reappear during the same season in the ensuing year. Its timing is marked and it is perfect!

Who or what is responsible for this cluster headache? Nothing is known for certain. But it is reasonably proven that changes in the walls of blood vessels in the head have a role to play in the advancement of the cluster headache!

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There are a variety of causes that can trigger off a headache. It all depends on the individual and the triggers that would affect him.

Tension headaches are probably the most common type. They are usually caused by tension in the muscles in the neck, shoulders and face. Migraines are considered more debilitating and affect more women compared to men, with 13% of women suffering migraines as compared to 6% of men. Such headaches are commonly more intense and might linger for longer periods of time compared to tension headaches. Cluster headaches are also quite severe, and sometimes last for as much as several weeks.

Tension headaches are increasing common and almost everybody has had one some time or other. They usually only last for a short period of time, and are characterized by pain around the eyes and temples. The location of the pain is determined by which muscles are experiencing the tension. Although it is usually in the above areas, the pain can appear anywhere above the neck.

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Suffered by over one million people in the United States alone (with 90% being male between the ages of 20 and 50), cluster headaches is one of the least common types of headaches. While the cause is unknown for this very debilitating type of headache, it has been reported that using alcohol during an attack increases its severity. However, no proof has been cited to conclude that alcohol use actually causes and onset of a cluster of headaches.

What Is A Cluster Headache?

Similar to the severity of a migraine, cluster headaches start suddenly, offering little warning of its advancement. Some people have reported a feeling of discomfort or a mild one-sided burning sensation in the head and face prior to an attack. The pain may be short lived (often less than an hour), but will disappear, only to return later in the day and into the evening.

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