Headache

Maddi Sunshine
Dr. Boyd
Biology 1-2 Honors
Headache
Summary:
A headache also called cephalgia is a condition of pain in the head. It is among the most common local pain complaints. Common causes are tension, migraine, eye strain, dehydration, low blood sugar, and sinusitis. Headaches much rarer are due to life-threatening conditions like meningitis, encephalitis, cerebral aneurysms, extremely high blood pressure, and even brain tumors. A lot of headaches are among females cause by ever-fluctuating estrogen during menstrual years.
Critique & Impact:
This was an interesting article to read. Mainly because we have all suffered from headaches but it is important to know why you may be suffering from a headache. Also when you should go to the doctor or have tests done to make sure it is isn’t something more serious than pain.
Reference:
www.sciencedaily.com/articles/h/headache.htm