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What Causes Headache Upon Waking Up?
Question: I have a headache every morning when I wake. I sleep about 9 hrs a night. The headache wakes me. When I get up, within a 1/2 hour the headache is gone. I'm 67 female
Brief Answer:
Sleep apnea a strong possibility.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
Sleep apnea is a possible explanation about your morning headache.
Impaired oxygen supply to brain that is related to sleep apnea may cause your symptoms.
Migraine headaches also often occur in the early morning.
In my opinion, you should talk to your Doctor about getting evaluated about sleep apnea.
Sleep study may be necessary.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Kind regards.
Sleep apnea a strong possibility.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
Sleep apnea is a possible explanation about your morning headache.
Impaired oxygen supply to brain that is related to sleep apnea may cause your symptoms.
Migraine headaches also often occur in the early morning.
In my opinion, you should talk to your Doctor about getting evaluated about sleep apnea.
Sleep study may be necessary.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Kind regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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