This is the result of a study published in mid-April 2022 in an American journal. More than half of the world’s population suffers from headaches. But that is not inevitable.
The result of our survey of our Internet users is not scientific, but revealing… To the question “Do you suffer from headaches?” ‘, slightly more than half of the hundred people answered with ‘yes regularly’, the other half with ‘no, rarely’.
357 studies compiled
The journal of headphones and pain published an article on Tuesday April 12, 2022 on the subject, reported by our Parisian / Today colleagues in France. It shows that every second person can be exposed to this pain. Over a year, 52% of the population would be affected by these headaches.
This number comes from 357 studies published over a 60-year period, compiled by Norwegian researchers who raise concerns about the variety of methods used. But there are two important points: women are more affected and the number of people affected is increasing.
Where are these headaches coming from?
In France, two main causes of these headaches have been identified: tension headaches and migraines.
For one thing, stress and fatigue are the most common factors. Migraines are more localized, accompanied by nausea or intolerance to light or sound.
Headaches can also occur with heavy alcohol consumption, infectious diseases such as Covid, or eye diseases, head trauma or poisoning.
What means to alleviate them?
Taking acetaminophen medication is the most common and effective remedy for most cases of headaches. But the doses must be respected (3 grams per day for an adult, every 4 to 6 hours) to avoid overdosing.
It is best to combine this solution with more hydration. Calmness and serenity are also recommended. Applying cold can relieve pain. Even more surprising is that a cup of coffee can provide relief. We should not neglect any sport relaxation activity that can limit stress.
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Of course, if these symptoms last longer or appear in an unusual way, it is essential to consult a doctor. The Ameli site gives indications of the urgency of the consultation.