Tension-type headache
Mildहिंदी: तनाव का सिरदर्द · தமிழ்: பதட்ட தலைவலி · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಒತ್ತಡದ ತಲೆನೋವು · తెలుగు: ఒత్తిడి తలనొప్పి · বাংলা: মাথাব্যথা · मराठी: ताण डोकेदुखी · ગુજરાતી: તણાવ માથાનો દુખાવો
About this condition
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache in India, often caused by stress, poor posture, eye strain, or dehydration. The pain feels like a tight band around the head and usually responds well to rest, hydration, and simple pain relievers. Most people experience these occasionally due to work pressure or long screen time.
Common symptoms
dull aching head paintightness across foreheadtenderness in scalpneck stiffnessmild sensitivity to light
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When to see a doctor: if persists beyond 3 days or worsens
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Tension-type headache?
dull aching head pain, tightness across forehead, tenderness in scalp, neck stiffness, mild sensitivity to light.
When should I see a doctor?
if persists beyond 3 days or worsens
Is Tension-type headache common in India?
Tension-type headache is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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