Headache
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Headache, or cephalalgia, is a very common discomfort that can be felt in different areas of the head and with varying intensities. Most of the time it is passing and does not stem from a serious problem.
Frequent types: There are forms such as tension headache, associated with tension and stress, and migraine, which is usually throbbing and accompanied by sensitivity to light or noise.
When to see a doctor? It is prudent to seek care if the pain is very severe and sudden, changes from what is usual, recurs frequently, or is accompanied by other neurological symptoms.
Which specialist treats it? The neurologist is the go-to for persistent headaches, although the initial evaluation can begin with the general practitioner. It is worth consulting when it interferes with your daily life.
Data on 2,171 doctors who treat headache
Which specialist treats headache?
For frequent or intense headaches, it's best to first see a general practitioner, who can refer you to a neurologist if a more specialized evaluation is needed. An internist may also get involved when the headache is related to another medical condition. You can find these specialists near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in headache
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Pedro Tiburcio Cortes Gonzalez
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Frequently asked questions
What is headache?
Headache, or cephalalgia, is a very common discomfort that can be felt in different areas of the head and with varying intensities. Most of the time it is passing and does not stem from a serious problem.
Which doctor treats headache?
For frequent or intense headaches, it's best to first see a general practitioner, who can refer you to a neurologist if a more specialized evaluation is needed. An internist may also get involved when the headache is related to another medical condition. You can find these specialists near you.