Headaches Unveiled
Headaches are common… but What are the Emergency Warning Signs that tell you to seek care Immediately?
Almost everyone has had a headache at some point. Headaches can be due something as simple as uncontrolled allergies to something as serious as a life-threatening aneurysm.
Here we review the most common headache causes AND what the most concerning warning signs are that help you know when you should seek immediate care.

The most common type of headaches is “tension-type” headaches.
Tension-Type headaches are most often caused by one of the following:
- excessive caffeine intake
- alcohol intake
- vision problems
Correcting the underlying problem relieves these headaches.
When should I be concerned about a headache?
Headaches can be a sign of a life-threatening emergency. The following signs are reasons to seek care immediately:
- It is the all-time worst headache ever
- The headache is worst upon waking
- There was loss of consciousness
- Uncontrollable vomiting
- Loss of vision
