Tension-type headaches
Most people are likely to have experienced a tension headache at some point. They can develop at any age, but are more common in teenagers and adults. Women tend to suffer from them more commonly than men.
It's estimated that about half the adults in the UK experience tension-type headaches once or twice a month, and about 1 in 3 get them up to 15 times a month.
About 2 or 3 in every 100 adults experience tension-type headaches more than 15 times a month for at least three months in a row. This is known as having chronic tension-type headaches.
A tension-type headache is the most common type of headache and the one we think of as a normal, everyday headache.
Most people are likely to have experienced a tension headache at some point. They can develop at any age, but are more common in teenagers and adults. Women tend to suffer from them more commonly than
There's usually no need to see your GP if you only get occasional headaches. However, see your GP if you get headaches several times a week or your headaches are severe.Your GP will ask questions abou
The exact cause of tension-type headaches isn't clear, but certain things have been known to trigger them, including: stress and anxiety squinting poor posture tiredness dehydration missing meals
Tension-type headaches aren't life-threatening and are usually relieved by painkillers or lifestyle changes.Lifestyle changesRelaxation techniques can often help with stress-related headaches. This ma