Headaches and Stroke: Understanding the Connection
Headaches can signal stroke—especially if sudden and severe—but most headaches are not stroke-related. Headache alone is not a reliable stroke indicator.
Minor Stroke (TIA) Symptoms
- Sudden numbness/weakness (face, arm, leg—often one side)
- Speech difficulty
- Vision problems
- Dizziness, balance/coordination loss
Seek immediate care for these symptoms.
Common Headache Causes
- Tension headaches
- Migraines
- Sinus infections
- Caffeine withdrawal
- Dehydration
See a doctor for severe, persistent, or neurologically accompanied headaches.
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