All of us have experienced at least one headache throughout our lives. And while headaches are certainly uncomfortable, there are millions of Americans who suffer with regular headaches or more severe migraines regularly. During this National Migraine & Headache Awareness Month, our dental office in Austin wants to help do our part by educating our neighbors on how these debilitating migraines or headaches may just be related to dentistry.
Is it a Migraine or a Headache?
Defining the difference between migraines and headaches can be tricky since both conditions have very similar symptoms. While of course both are marked by some sort of pain in the head, whether that be throbbing pain or dull pain, there are several symptomatic differences between the two that can help distinguish one from the other.Headache Symptoms
- Pain isn’t typically concentrated on only one side of the head
- Pain doesn’t appear to worsen with activity
- Usually has a more constant pressure sensation
- Doesn’t result in symptoms in other parts of the body
Migraine Symptoms
- One side of the head tends to hurt more, although not always
- Sensitivity to light and noise
- Blurry vision
- Nausea