Why Am I Still Experiencing Head Pain At The Back To The Right Intermittently?

Posted on Tue, 12 Sep 2023

Question: I am still experiencing head pain; it is usually in the back of my head on the right side but now more and more there is pressure near my temples, like a pulsating sense that comes and goes. A recent X-ray show I have neck spasms as well.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Tension headaches.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Tension type headache (one of primary headaches) should be considered in your case, because the symptoms and the evidence of the cervical muscles spasms.

These types of headaches are worsened or triggered by poor posture, stress / anxiety, and are connected with contradictions of the muscles of the neck and scalp.

Warm procedures on your neck, relaxation, use of NSAID (ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.) help in improvement.

If the headaches worsen, become more frequent or change in type, get medical evaluation by contacting your primary care Doctor.

Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (43 hours later)

I would like to ask a couple of more questions. Can tension headaches be chronic? This head pain does not go away, even with over the counter pain medicine. Today the pain is on my right temple, extending to the lower right part of my head. Can this head pain be connected to my neck pain?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (15 hours later)

Brief Answer:
This may be a chronic condition as well.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Yes, tension type headaches may be a chronic condition when they re-occur daily. Spasms of the neck and scalp muscles are involved usually. Contact your primary care Doctor with the aim to start a treatment since OTC don't work.

Hope this helps.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad