Headache

A headache is a painful sensation that can occur in nearly any region of the head. They can range from mild to severe and last from a few hours to several days. One common sensation from a headache is a sharp, piercing pain in one area of the head. Another common sensation is a dull throbbing that radiates across the head.

Types of headaches

Doctors classify headaches based on the source of the pain. Primary headaches, those that directly result from sensitive areas in and around the neck and head, are the most common. These headaches can be painful but usually are not connected to an underlying disease. Migraines, tension, and cluster headaches are types of primary headaches.

Secondary headaches are connected to other conditions. such as sinus infections and brain tumors. These conditions may trigger nerves in the head.

UAB Neurology and Neurosurgery

The UAB Neurology and Neurosurgery program provides specialized evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for conditions of the body’s central nervous, peripheral nervous, and muscle systems. Our internationally known neurologists and neurosurgeons address the most complex problems within their specialties, in both adults and children. Their approach to care combines compassion with the most advanced technology. UAB Neurology and Neurosurgery is consistently ranked among the top 50 programs of its kind nationally by U.S. News & World Report, which also has ranked it No. 1 in Alabama.