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AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital

Headache (throbbing on one side)

A throbbing, one-sided headache is the hallmark of migraine. It can be debilitating, lasting hours to days, and may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.

Common Causes of Headache (throbbing on one side)

  • Migraine
  • Cluster headache
  • Temporomandibular joint disorder
  • Arteritis (temporal arteritis)
  • Brain aneurysm (rare)

When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Headache (throbbing on one side)

These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:

  • Seek urgent care if the headache is the worst you have ever had, came on suddenly like a thunderclap, or is accompanied by fever, stiff neck, confusion, or neurological symptoms.

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