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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is benign exertional headache?
A harmless headache that is brought about by physical exertion such as strenuous exercise, sneezing or straining during bowel movements. Exact cause is unknown, it is believed to be related to the narrowing of blood vessels during physical activity.
Symptoms of benign exertional headache
Headache
Headache after strenuous exercise
Living in a warm or hot environment
Headache occurs on coughing
Questions your doctor may ask to check for benign exertional headache
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose benign exertional headache
Do you have headaches or does your head feel heavy?
Do you have headaches after intense exercise like lifting heavy objects?
Do you live or work in a hot environment?
Do you have a headache when you cough?
Treatment for benign exertional headache
Anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen are usually prescribed for benign exertional headaches. If the headaches are predictable, your doctor may prescribe medication to be taken regularly to prevent them.
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References
Sjaastad O, Bakketeig LS. Prolonged benign exertional headache. The Vågå Study of headache epidemiology. Headache. 2003 Jun;43(6):611-5. doi: 10.1046/j.1526-4610.2003.03123.x. PMID: 12786919.
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/resolve/doi?DOI=10.1046/j.1526-4610.2003.03123.x
Reviewed By:
Scott Nass, MD, MPA, FAAFP, AAHIVS (GP / Family doctor)
Dr. Nass received dual medical degrees from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and Charles R. Drew University in Medicine and Science. He completed Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center with subsequent fellowships at Ventura, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, George Washington University, and University of California-Irvine. He holds faculty appointments at Keck School of Medicine of USC, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and Western University of Health Sciences.
Shohei Harase, MD (Neurology)
Dr. Harase spent his junior and senior high school years in Finland and the U.S. After graduating from the University of Washington (Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology), he worked for Apple Japan Inc. before entering the University of the Ryukyus School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Okinawa Prefectural Chubu Hospital, where he received the Best Resident Award in 2016 and 2017. In 2021, he joined the Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine at the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, specializing in hyperacute stroke.
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