“I Have Frequent Headaches — When Should I See a Neurologist?” Headache is common, but frequent, severe, or changing headaches should not always be ignored. Many headaches are due to migraine, tension-type headache, sleep problems, dehydration, or lifestyle factors. However, some headaches require medical evaluation. See a neurologist if your headache: * Happens frequently or is getting progressively worse * Is severe enough to interfere with work, sleep, or daily activities * Is associated with vomiting, visual symptoms, dizziness, numbness, weakness, or difficulty speaking * Starts suddenly and becomes extremely severe within seconds or minutes * Begins after a head injury * Is associated with fever, neck stiffness, confusion, seizures, or loss of consciousness * Is a new type of headache, particularly in an older adult * Requires frequent painkillers for relief Could it be migraine? Migraine commonly causes throbbing or pulsating headache, often with nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light or sound, and sometimes visual or sensory symptoms. Proper diagnosis can help identify triggers and reduce the frequency of attacks. Avoid taking painkillers frequently without medical advice, as overuse itself can contribute to medication-overuse headache. If you have recurrent headaches or migraine, a neurologist can assess the pattern, identify possible triggers, decide whether investigations are needed, and formulate an appropriate treatment and prevention plan. Dr. Pratik Babel – Neurologist Neurology consultation for headache, migraine, dizziness, epilepsy, stroke, neuropathy and other neurological conditions. 📍 Serving patients from Wakad, Hinjawadi, Tathawade, Thergaon, Punawale, Marunji, Moshi, Chikhali and across PCMC, Pune. If your headache pattern has changed or is affecting your daily life, consider a neurological evaluation.