Dr. John Messmer states that brain tumors rarely cause headaches, and headaches can be categorized as migraines, tension, or cluster headaches.

When experiencing headaches, it's unlikely they're caused by a brain tumor, as the brain itself doesn't feel pain, according to Dr. John Messmer, medical director at Penn State Health Medical Group. Headaches can be categorized as migraines, tension headaches, or cluster headaches, each requiring different treatment. Migraines are severe, pulsating headaches that can occur regularly, and may be preceded by an aura, causing visual disturbances. Tension headaches are less severe, affecting both sides of the head, while cluster headaches involve intense pain on one side of the head.

June 09, 2024
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