Is a Sudden Headache an Emergency? When to Go to the ER
Most headaches are not dangerous. They can be caused by stress, dehydration, skipped meals, poor sleep, or a virus. But a sudden, severe headache is different. If pain comes on suddenly, feels unlike your usual headaches, or appears with new neurological symptoms, it may be a medical emergency. Why Sudden Severe Headaches Are Treated Differently…