Ordinary Headaches

What many people refer to as an "ordinary" headache may actually be an extremely mild form of migraine. Most "ordinary" headaches respond to simple remedies, such as mild non-prescriptive analgesics (painkillers) or relaxation techniques. You may have an "ordinary" headache if you experience the following symptoms:

Key Common Headache Characteristics:

• Occurs once in a while.
• Is not associated with an underlying medical condition, such as head injury or allergies. 
• Responds to minimal treatment such as rest and nonprescription pain relievers, or goes away without treatment.

Be sure to check with your health-care provider if you begin to experience headaches on a regular basis.