Headache and heaviness in the head are probably familiar to every adult. This is a fairly common symptom of many diseases: from colds to serious brain disorders.
Of course, an unpleasant sensation in the head can ruin any plans. The reasons may be different. These are stressful situations, disorders of the nervous system, a sharp change in temperature, prolonged physical activity, bad habits, unbalanced nutrition, etc. As a rule, heaviness in the head occurs when there is insufficient oxygen to the brain cells, which leads to the appearance of painful sensations.
Also, pain and heaviness in the head can be the result of a mechanical injury, in which pain receptors of the membrane, arteries and nerve endings are irritated. With neurochemical changes, human behavior changes: facial expressions, speech, gestures, posture, etc.
Pain in the head varies in intensity (strong and weak), nature (pulsating, acute, dull), duration (short-term, constant, systematic), localization (temporal, parietal, frontal, occipital), etc. This may be an independent disease, but, most often, pain signals the presence of any disturbance in the body. Very often, headaches are accompanied by a sharp increase or decrease in blood pressure, the appearance of a feeling of nausea and vomiting, and a violation of visual acuity. In some diseases, heaviness appears in the head. Dizziness is a common symptom that accompanies various diseases throughout a person's life.
The severity in the head itself is caused by a stagnant process in which venous blood accumulates in the head area. This condition often manifests itself in the morning after waking up. To get rid of unpleasant sensations, it is advisable to conduct an independent head massage, during which stimulation occurs, and all processes are activated. To do this, it is necessary to press on the crown of the head with competent movements, then - alternately on the right and left carotid arteries. Due to the expansion of blood vessels, blood will flow to the brain, improving the patient's condition.
There are cases in which the appearance of a headache should cause concern. The first case is incessant vomiting, after which there is no improvement in the patient's condition. The second case is a continuation of a headache after taking antipyretic drugs. Particular attention should be paid if there is a small rash in the form of dark red spots. This may be a sign of meningococcal infection, in which there are quite serious changes in the brain.
When contacting a specialist, it is necessary to remember, after which pain or heaviness appears in the head, how unpleasant sensations appear, which accompanies how often and for how long they are disturbed. This will help to make the correct diagnosis and prescribe the optimal treatment complex. Also, after a general examination by a therapist, the patient must undergo computed tomography, an electroencephalogram, a blood test for general and biochemical composition, examination of other specialists (ophthalmologist, neurologist, surgeon, cardiologist and others).
Of the folk remedies used to reduce pain in the head and eliminate severity, decoctions of calendula, chamomile, primrose, rue, valerian, lemon balm, mint, lily of the valley, rose hip, oregano and other medicinal plants are used. Of course, before admission, it is necessary to consult a doctor in order not to aggravate the situation and help restore the body.