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Everyday worries, chores, and responsibilities often bring us down, and it’s natural to think that stress can take a toll on our health and cause headaches.
Headaches are among the most common symptoms prompting medical care. There are different kinds of headaches, besides “migraines” that are actually a special variety of often severe headache.
If you are experiencing a headache that is disrupting your daily activities, come visit us to evaluate it and get relief.
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Headaches can be caused by several medical conditions. The most common types are:
Normal headaches are annoying, but they usually subside on their own. However, headaches caused by migraines can last for days and can sometimes reach unbearable levels of pain and discomfort — and in some cases, headaches are a sign of a more serious underlying medical condition. We recommend visiting one of our urgent care clinics if the pain is severe or getting worse.
Common headache signs include:
Migraine headache symptoms can include:
Other than the above symptoms, seek medical attention immediately if your headache is accompanied by any of the following:
Get professional help if your headache worsens or does not improve with the usual painkillers. Prompt medical care can diagnose and treat serious health problems that can also cause headaches, such as strokes, brain/spinal cord infections, and even brain tumors.
There are no laboratory tests that can diagnose migraines or other specific headache syndromes. A careful evaluation of your headache history is one of the most efficient ways of diagnosing migraines. However, if you experience frequent throbbing headaches, list the following to make diagnosis easier:
Our professionals will evaluate you thoroughly to find out the cause and direct effective treatment to address your symptoms.
Headaches are annoying and can significantly affect your daily routine, your professional and personal life. Don’t let this happen. Walk into one of our urgent care clinics: Irvine Woodbridge Walk-In Urgent Care, or Costa Mesa Urgent Care and our well-trained medical professionals can help you get the much-needed relief from nagging headaches.
Yes, urgent care can treat severe headaches and migraines, especially if they are new, worsening, or accompanied by other concerning symptoms. We offer pain relief options, including medications, and will evaluate whether any further treatment or referrals are necessary.
If your headache is severe, sudden, or differs from your usual headaches, or if it's accompanied by symptoms like nausea, vomiting, vision changes, confusion, or numbness, it’s important to seek medical attention at urgent care. These could be signs of a more serious condition that requires prompt evaluation.
Urgent care can treat most types of headaches, including tension headaches, sinus headaches, and migraines. If your headache is severe or involves other symptoms like vomiting or neurological changes, our medical professionals will assess your condition and determine the best course of treatment.
A migraine is a specific type of headache that is often more intense and accompanied by additional symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, and visual disturbances. Regular headaches, like tension headaches, are typically less severe and do not involve the additional symptoms that migraines often cause.
Yes, urgent care can provide fast relief for migraine pain, typically through medications like NSAIDs, triptans, or anti-nausea medications. Our goal is to manage your pain quickly and effectively, and if necessary, we will refer you to a specialist for ongoing treatment.
You should visit urgent care for headaches that are severe but not life-threatening. If your headache is sudden, unusually intense, or accompanied by neurological symptoms (like weakness or vision changes), go to the ER. Additionally, if you have any other medical conditions or a history of stroke, ER care may be more appropriate.
No, you do not need an appointment to receive treatment for headaches or migraines at FCCMG Urgent Care. You can walk in, and our medical team will evaluate and treat your symptoms promptly.
Headache treatments at urgent care are typically covered by most insurance plans. It’s always a good idea to check with your insurance provider for specific coverage details, including co-pays or out-of-pocket costs that may apply to headache or migraine treatment.
Yes, children and teens can be treated for headaches at urgent care. Our medical team is trained to diagnose and manage headaches in younger patients, and we provide age-appropriate care to ensure their comfort and wellness.
During your visit for a headache or migraine, our medical team will first assess your symptoms and medical history. We may take your vital signs and conduct a quick neurological exam. Based on the severity and type of your headache, we will provide medications for pain relief, manage any associated symptoms, and discuss further treatment if necessary.
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