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General Overview The term "headache" refers to head pain. There are several different types of headaches. The causes of a headache vary depending on the type of headache. Types of headaches: Cluster headache Migraine headache (adult) Sinus headache Tension headache InDepth Find answers in our in-depth report on headaches: What is a headache? What are the risk factors? What are the symptoms? How is it diagnosed? How is it treated? How can I reduce my risk? What questions should I ask my healthcare provider about headaches? Diagnostic and Surgical Procedures Acoustic neuroma removal CT scan MRI X-ray Living With Headaches In her own words: living with chronic migraines Read about one woman's struggle with chronic migraine headaches. Kids get headaches, too Learn how you can help your child deal with headaches.		Treating Headaches Picking a pain reliever: which one should you take? Your local drugstore probably has an entire aisle (or at least half of one) devoted to nonprescription pain relievers, such as aspirin, Tylenol (acetaminophen), Advil (ibuprofen), and so on. But which one should you take to stop that headache? Special Topics Sexual headaches: from ecstasy to agony Imagine getting an explosive headache just as you reach orgasm! Here's why it happens and what to do if it happens to you. Related Conditions Allergies Asthma Brain tumor and brain cancer—adult Cold Concussion Cystic fibrosis Ear infection Meningioma Nearsightedness and farsightedness Premenstrual syndrome Sore throat Temperal arteritis Natural and Alternative Treatments (By Condition) Cluster headache Migraine headache Tension headache Resources American Council for Headache Education http://www.achenet.org National Headache Foundation http://www.headaches.org

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