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Headache

Headache is a health symptom with many possible causes, some minor and some needing medical assessment. Learn the warning signs, helpful questions to consider, and when to seek care.

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Symptoms, signs or clinical findings, not elsewhere classified

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⚠️ When to seek urgent care

Most cases are minor, but if any of these signs appear, seek urgent care or call 997.

  • A sudden, very severe headache that peaks within minutes, or the worst headache of your life
  • Headache with fever and a stiff neck or a rash
  • Headache with one-sided weakness or numbness, difficulty speaking, or blurred or lost vision
  • Headache after a head injury
  • Headache with a seizure, fainting or confusion

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Questions that help clarify the picture

  1. When did Headache start, and was the onset sudden or gradual?
  2. How severe is it now, and does it limit normal activity or sleep?
  3. Does it get better or worse with movement, food, standing, rest, or a particular time?
  4. Did any other new or unusual symptoms start with it?

When should I seek medical care?

Seek medical review if the symptom is severe, concerningly new, persistent, or worsening. If a clear red flag appears, seek emergency care immediately.

Sources & review

Last reviewed: 2026-08-27
Saudi Ministry of HealthMigraine — Saudi MOHWHOHeadache disorders — WHONHSMigraine — NHSCDCFlu signs and symptoms — CDCMayo ClinicMigraine — Mayo ClinicMedlinePlusFlu | MedlinePlusNHLBIIron-Deficiency Anemia — NHLBININDSMigraine — NINDSACOGPremenstrual syndrome — ACOGNIDCRBruxism — NIDCRNIAMSFibromyalgia — NIAMSSaudi Ministry of HealthMOH 937 — local consultation and care-navigation reference

✓ At least one verified Saudi source and one independent global source are linked.

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This page is general educational information, not a medical consultation. If symptoms are severe or worrying, contact a healthcare professional.

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