The pain is usually on my head above my ears and working back. My head is fuzzy and I have trouble concentrating. I talked to my Primary Care Doctor who just told me to take ibeprofin or excedrin.
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When should I see a neurologist about constant head pain?
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Sorry to hear you have these symptoms and suffering. Ideally follow your primary doctor, get fully evaluated including Full Neurological exam and Blood Pressure, laboratory blood and urine test, find if injured, any toxic exposure, hearing impairement, etc; if no improvement in couple of days or if symptoms are worsening, don't keep taking OTC pain pills, and Will need to get an MRI of the brain with and without contrast (Find the cause), See Neurologist and then further tests or treatment specific for the cause will help fix. Hope this is helpful. Wish you the best.
You should see a neurologist if your PCP does not take you seriously. Constant head pains associated with dfficulty concentrating, fuzziness as well as focal neurological deficits (weakness , vision loss, loss of consciousness, slurred speech, changes in personality, etc) is always a concern. Also headaches assoc with head trauma, fever, in those with immunocompromised status such as HIV, cancer are red flags
A neurologic visit would be appropriate . Taking a headache diary even helps. You may find certain foods are triggers. Pay attention to Gluten , Wheat ,and diary ( common triggers). Your explanation of pattern of headaches sounds musculoskeletal / tension like. Try a good message therapist. Headaches tend to be complex , so be patient , and guide your doctor. Good luck! Dr Jim Lewerenz
If this type of head pain is a new problem for you, and has bothered you for more than a couple of days, consultation with a neurologist would certainly be appropriate. Let your primary care doctor know if your symptoms get worse.
Did the ibuprofen and/or excedrin make any improvement in your head pain?
I would recommend you keep a headache diary (frequency, duration, intensity, aggravating/alleviating factors, associated symptoms like nausea, visual changes, weakness) and schedule a visit with a neurologist or headache specialist.
I would recommend you keep a headache diary (frequency, duration, intensity, aggravating/alleviating factors, associated symptoms like nausea, visual changes, weakness) and schedule a visit with a neurologist or headache specialist.