Benign Headache

Benign headache, or primary headache, is one that is not due to a serious underlying disease and is one of the most common reasons for a visit. It includes forms such as tension-type headache.

Frequent symptoms: It can be felt as pressure, tightness, or throbbing in the head, with varying intensity and, at times, associated with muscle tension, stress, or lack of rest.

When to see a doctor? Although it is usually mild, it is worth seeking care if the pain changes its pattern, becomes very severe, or is accompanied by other neurological symptoms.

Which specialist treats it? The general practitioner can perform a first evaluation, and the neurologist or the pediatric neurologist assesses the cases that require it. If the headaches recur or affect your daily life, talking about it with a professional helps clarify their origin.