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Headache / Backache / Neck Pain 🔹 1. Headache Causes: Primary headaches: Migraine (pulsating, with nausea, light/sound sensitivity) Tension headache (band-like, stress-related) Cluster headache (severe, around one eye, occurs in bouts) Secondary headaches: Eye strain, sinusitis Hypertension Brain tumor, aneurysm, meningitis (serious causes) Warning signs (Red Flags): Sudden, severe “worst headache of life” Headache with vomiting, fever, stiff neck Headache after trauma Headache with neurological deficits (weakness, vision loss) 🔹 2. Backache Causes: Mechanical: muscle strain, poor posture, sedentary lifestyle Spinal issues: herniated disc, spondylosis, spinal stenosis Other: osteoporosis, infections (TB spine), tumors, kidney problems Symptoms to watch for: Radiating pain to legs (sciatica) Numbness, tingling, weakness Loss of bladder/bowel control (emergency) 🔹 3. Neck Pain Causes: Poor posture (long hours at computer/mobile) Cervical spondylosis (degeneration of cervical spine) Disc herniation Whiplash injury (trauma) Infections, tumors (rare but serious) Associated symptoms: Stiffness, restricted movement Pain radiating to arms Headache, dizziness Numbness/weakness in upper limbs 🔹 General Management Tips ✅ Lifestyle & Self-care Maintain good posture Regular stretching & strengthening exercises Ergonomic work setup Adequate sleep & hydration ✅ Medications (doctor-guided) Pain relievers (NSAIDs, acetaminophen) Muscle relaxants Migraine-specific drugs (triptans) ✅ When to Seek Medical Help Persistent or worsening pain Associated with fever, weight loss, or neurological deficits After significant trauma Headache/backache with sudden severe onset

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