What do you do when you have a headache?

[exitseven]

I do not get them very often but I have one now. It is so bad I feel nauseous.

My aching head

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I went to bed after I asked this and when I woke up it was almost gone. Thanks for all your help.

[Daniela1982]

I used to get them a lot when I was young but not in a long time. I would try a how compress on your head, Alieve pain killer, or pinch the area between your nose and your lips hard so it hurts. I have never tried the last one but it is an old home remedy.

[exitseven]

I used an ice pack on my head for a while and it seemed to make it worse.

[Daniela1982]

I meant hot compress, not how compress. :(

[loves2learn]

I drink coffee and taken Advil.

[exitseven]

I had taken 2 Advils and drank half a Pepsi for the caffeine.

[Amy10223]

Have you hit your head at all or bumped it recently? You may have a concussion you aren't aware of. If so, get to the doctor right away. Being nauseous along with having a bad headache that has gotten worse is a sign. If you didn't bump your head, you need to see a doctor anyway, pronto. Good luck with whatever it is.

[exitseven]

No but I had the covid booster two days ago.

[Amy10223]

Ohh, That explains it. I had a headache as well with the 2nd dose, but not the booster. All I had was a sore arm for 2 days. I hope you're better.

[exitseven]

yes, I ma better today.

[Jaximus-Lion]

I drink water, i warm up a wheat pillow and put it on my neck

What pillow

And i take a TREO (swedish product) that has acetylsalicylic acid in it and caffeine and this combo works as a painkiller

[Jamie05rhs]

"acetylsalicylic". Say that 5 times fast. Lol

[exitseven]

@Jamie05rhs I just say aspirin

[Jamie05rhs]

Ah. 👍

[exitseven]

Instesd of a wheat pillow can I just use a loaf of bread?

[Jaximus-Lion]

@Jamie05rhs 😂😂 , bring tequila into the mix

[Jaximus-Lion]

@exitseven get toasted 🤣. New challenge for the tiktokers

[Jamie05rhs]

@Jaximus-Lion Eh, I'm not sure that would be a good idea. Lol

[Flower7]

I’ve found that BC powders work the best. They work with very high speed because they’re in powder form and don’t have to be broken down by the body before they start working.

Second choice is either ibuprofen/naproxen or Tylenol, depending on what type of headache it is. Tylenol is usually effective, but if muscle pain, such as tight shoulders, is contributing to the headache, an NSAID like ibuprofen or naproxen is best.

[midnightmoon05]

I rarely get them.
When I have the few times I recall... I nap/rest/sleep. Goes away after.

I think drinking 8 glasses of water daily helps.

[exitseven]

I have been drinking so much water that my back teeth are floating.

[AlexItsJustAlex]

Depends on where the pain is, you're nauseous so that in my experience is more of a migraine. When I get those I typically turn everything off and lay down for awhile, even just sitting back and closing your eyes can help. Better to start that process when you first notice the pain starting. If you get those a lot I'd suggest getting your eyes checked, you may have light sensitivity.

[weasley8]

I take ibuprofen, eat something healthy and drink a full glass of water (in case the headache was caused by hunger or dehydration), then I turn off all the lights, put a cold facecloth on my forehead, play some very quiet piano music (the kind intended for meditation), and I take a nap.

I get migraines from time to time, and they suck, but they are a nice reminder to take care of myself. And it's nice to pamper myself every once in a while.

[dustybiker]

Get off lit objects (phone, tv, computer).
Can’t take pain meds myself.
Ginger tablet for nausea.
Hot or cold washcloth on forehead (whichever feels best).
Smart water is best.
Bucket.
Cool/dark room. Lay down.
I’ve had endless migraines since 21 when my friends car was rear-ended. I start this process when they are still headaches. Sometimes I avoid the migraine.
Hope yours has passed by now.

[Static_In_The_Attic]

My brother from another mother if I told someone I have a headache they would tell me I didn’t think you had the required equipment for that one. On the other hand you have a headache & you feel nauseous so I would start with water & hydrated yourself & take a break on caffeine for the time being.

[lilaccc]

usually people who have headaches due to lack of sleep or irregular rest.
so take medicine (for headache) and go to sleep and turn off your phone / tv (just to prevent radiation). for me it worked.

hope you get well soon and come back healthy 🙂

[DizzyDesii]

Drink lots of water, take a pain med and close my eyes and try to tune out loud noises because the light and sound makes it worse

[MiMilliaa]

Alao remember that it depends from where your headache come...

It can be psychological or physical...

[NathanDavis]

most of my headaches are just mild so... I just ignore them and keep going... lol

[anon171999]

When I used to get sick I'd do this.

1. Drink water
2. Get sunlight
3. Tell myself that illness is a choice and that I choose only to believe in my body feeling good.
4. Hike
5. Eat raw garlic

[SecretsofKB]

I'm the queen of headaches. I get them a few times a month at least. For me, ibuprofen usually kicks it for me. If not, Excedrin Migraine is the big gun that I'll call in.

I'll also put and ice pack on my head if it is really bad.

[annabananna]

I take excedrine migraine. That works the best for me

[DesiUwU]

I get off of screens, take and ibuprofen and sit in the dark.

[Amy10223]

Being in the dark away from bright lights helps. Alos, making sure it is quiet where you are helps too.

[DesiUwU]

@Amy10223 yes

[Lyndsielee666]

I get Botox injections for mine. Should see a neurologist and see if you’re eligible

[TheBMG]

I tend to get tension headaches. So I use an ice pack. I go take a Tylenol. Then go lay down with all lights off and I put the ice pack at the point of pain. Usually take a nap. I don’t have to sleep long and then I’m good to go.

[sheikalana]

I don’t usually have headaches but I suffer from migraines. Stay hydrated helps me prevent migraines but when I have one I have to take a strong pain killer and stay in the dark for some time.

[Daniela1982]

How does staying in the dark help?

[sheikalana]

@Daniela1982 my eyes get quiet sensitive to light and that triggers my migraines.

[lightbulb27]

rest. after effects of the shot?

[exitseven]

It might be. I haven't had a headache like this since I was in high school.

[AviatorTom]

If the headache is not too bad, I live with it and try to get some sleep, a power nap if I can. If it doesn't go away, I take ibuprofen.

[DaveToo]

First, find out what triggered your headache. There are a number of over-the-counter meds, such as Tylenol, Excedrin, and Advil, but I've found that a hot shower, running down my head and neck helps.

[RobT312]

3 Advil, water, coffee, and rest in a darker quiet roo... works like a trick for me every time

[Sugar100]

I’m having this problem now as I’m sick. Have cold and slight chills. Please I need help. If I want get up or clean I feel I want vomitf

[sage2021]

@Sugar100 one thing no one else mentiond - for your tummy upset drink some Shasta 🍋 lemon lime soda. It has more bubbles than 7 Up or Sprite. I have to take 800 mg to knock out my headaches, and lay down and close my eyes, hopefully sleep while the meds work. I would say drink ☕ coffee too, but not with tummy upset. Take your temperature. If you have a fever, hold off on ibuprofen and take acetaminophen like Tylenol. I'm sorry you're so sicky. 🌹

[DevinAM]

I listen to certain music, one song I use for this is Cool Night by Paul Davis.

[najekim]

Regular headache we take one Goodys Headache Powder and lay down for a half hour or so. If it's like a migraine, then we'll take two and lay down for a hour. Goodys knock down headaches quite well.

[chilldude33]

i get headaches in the evenings occasionally
popping a pill fixes it immediately for me

[TrueConfection]

Water usually helps my headache go away.

[TrueConfection]

I also have a weighted eye mask. That always feels good.

[OddBeMe]

I place a billiard ball under the pressure point where my neck meets my skull.

[CuriousMufuxka]

Not medically prescribed, but I drink. Orange juice!

[Mediterraneansoul]

Turn the light off or to minimum and put the phone away.

[poneglyphs]

I eat food, take alka seltzer, or go take a nap

[humanearth]

Take midol

[exitseven]

isn't that for menstrual cramps?

[humanearth]

Yes and its works great for the shittiest headaches. I got the idea from Bill Cosby, he may joke about it. But it really does work. For a bonus enjoy his comedy bit about Midol. Its a hoot

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=iKIRBtaaHRU

[SenseiSeptred]

I masturbate.

[exitseven]

It probably would not help but you would forget about it for a while.

[clubmanager]

I suck tits

[exitseven]

@clubmanager a sure cure indeed.

[clubmanager]

The ever best

[Heartache0405]

Take an advil or motrin and try to take it easy

[awkward_author]

I usually take Tylenol, and sleep it off.

[Likes2drive]

Take Advil and a nap, I rarely ever get them

[clampfan101]

Have some water and lie down.

[Luopio27]

Voltaren and/or burana.

[boobliker]

drink water then a coffee and bed

[Fuentes]

Take a tylenol extra strength

[_no_one_]

get some head ezzz

[TrillXHippy]

Take medicine

[jackiechanfan]

eat water