Frequent pain in the back of the head
Jun 06, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
Frequent occipital headaches may be caused by physiological factors, migraine, cervical spondylosis, or other reasons, and targeted treatment should be based on the specific underlying cause. Besides these common causes, other factors such as anemia, hypertension, or cerebral hemorrhage might also be responsible. Patients should seek medical attention promptly to avoid delaying diagnosis and treatment.
Generally, frequent pain in the back of the head may be caused by physiological factors, or it could result from conditions such as migraines or cervical spondylosis. Targeted treatment should be based on the specific underlying cause. The details are as follows:
I. Physiological Factors
If a person frequently stays up late or lacks sufficient sleep, it may lead to recurrent pain in the back of the head. This type of pain is usually mild and tends to subside after adequate rest, without requiring special treatment.
II. Disease-Related Factors
1. Migraine
Migraines are commonly associated with factors such as cold exposure or emotional stress. These can cause spasms in the blood vessels of the head, leading to headaches accompanied by symptoms like dizziness and nausea. Patients should take medications such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules or diclofenac sodium sustained-release tablets under medical guidance.
2. Cervical Spondylosis
In patients with cervical spondylosis, the condition may irritate blood vessels supplying the brain, resulting in headaches along with symptoms such as dizziness and neck stiffness. Treatment may include medications like oryzanol tablets or micronized purified flavonoid fraction (MPFF) tablets, taken under a doctor's supervision.
Besides the common causes mentioned above, other potential causes include anemia, hypertension, or cerebral hemorrhage. In such cases, patients should seek timely medical attention to avoid delays in diagnosis and treatment.
