Headache and nausea after prolonged computer use

Generally, headaches accompanied by nausea after prolonged computer use may be caused by physiological factors or by medical conditions such as migraines or cervical spondylosis. Treatment depends on the specific underlying cause. The details are as follows:

I. Physiological Factors

Extended computer use can lead to eye and brain fatigue, resulting in symptoms such as headache and nausea. These symptoms typically subside after rest and are considered normal, usually requiring no special concern.

II. Disease-Related Factors

1. Migraine

This is often related to excessive mental tension while using a computer, which can cause local blood vessel dilation, leading to headaches and nausea, along with dizziness and fatigue. In such cases, medications such as diclofenac sodium sustained-release tablets or ibuprofen sustained-release capsules should be taken under a doctor's guidance.

2. Cervical Spondylosis

Poor posture during computer use may lead to cervical spondylosis. Once the condition develops, it can irritate brain nerves, causing headaches, nausea, neck discomfort, and numbness in the upper limbs. In such cases, medications like micronized purified flavonoid extract tablets (Mai-zhi-ling) or oryzanol tablets may be used under medical supervision to alleviate symptoms.

Besides the common causes mentioned above, other potential factors include hypertension, anemia, or intracranial tumors. Patients should seek timely medical attention to avoid delays in diagnosis and treatment.