What causes pain in the back of the head accompanied by nausea and vomiting?
Mar 15, 2021
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Qi
Introduction
Headache, nausea, and vomiting should first be evaluated to determine whether they are caused by a common cold or excessive fatigue. If these causes are ruled out, the symptoms may indicate primary headache. However, if a patient experiences persistent, severe headaches over a long period, this warrants close attention for possible cerebrovascular emergencies—such as subarachnoid hemorrhage—which can present with sudden, severe headache and is often accompanied by lethargy and altered consciousness.
Some individuals may experience headache accompanied by nausea and vomiting. First, assess whether your headache—along with nausea and vomiting—might be attributable to common causes such as a cold or excessive fatigue. If none of these factors apply,
then, particularly if the headache is severe and associated with nausea and vomiting, one must remain vigilant for potential cerebrovascular emergencies—for instance, subarachnoid hemorrhage, which often presents with sudden, intense headache accompanied by nausea and vomiting. Many patients also exhibit lethargy or even altered consciousness. Such symptoms warrant immediate medical attention and prompt evaluation and treatment at a hospital.
