What causes headaches on the right side?
Disease description:
I have been experiencing a migraine for the past few days, with severe pain that feels like I might pass out, accompanied by confusion. I would like to ask, what could be causing the headache on the right side?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Right-sided headaches can be caused by a variety of factors, with some common causes including:
1. Migraine: A type of headache that occurs periodically, often associated with abnormal brain activity and neurochemical changes, which may manifest as a headache on the right side.
2. Tension-type headache: Headaches caused by stress, anxiety, or tense emotions may also present as a right-sided headache.
3. Eye problems: Issues such as nearsightedness or eye muscle spasms can cause headaches, typically on the same side around the eyes or in the head.
4. Dental problems: Conditions such as gingivitis, impacted wisdom teeth, or other oral issues may lead to right-sided headaches.
5. Neuralgia: For example, trigeminal neuralgia, particularly when the first branch (ophthalmic branch) is affected, can cause pain on the right side of the head.
6. Cervical spine issues: Poor posture, cervical spine injuries, or degenerative cervical spine diseases may cause headaches, especially when nerves leading to the head are compressed.
7. Viral infections: Certain viral infections, such as influenza or herpes simplex virus, can also result in headaches.
