There are lots of different causes for headaches. They can be caused by problems such as stress, colds, eye strain, or side-effects of medication.
But sometimes headaches can be a symptom of a neurological problem. Some neurological conditions may have symptoms of chronic, persistent or severe headaches - these include Cluster Headaches and Migraine, Subarachnoid Haemorrhage (SAH), and head injury.
If you keep having problems with headaches you should get in touch with your doctor.
- Contact your local G.P. (NHS Choices)
- Find your local Headache and Migraine Clinic (NHS Choices)
More information
- Headaches (NHS Choices)
- Headache (Brain & Spine Foundation)
- National Migraine Centre
Our library in Liverpool has many information resources on pain, and on conditions which cause headache and pain. This includes a copy of the bookThe ABC of Headache edited byAnne MacGregor and Alison Frith.
