1. Recurring, worsening headaches need medical evaluation.
2. Headaches may be migraine, tension-type, or another condition.
3. Migraine can affect the whole head, not only one side.
4. Nausea and vomiting can occur with migraines.
5. Outdoor exposure may trigger headaches through heat, sunlight, dehydration, or exertion.
6. A doctor should take a detailed headache history.
7. Blood pressure and neurological examination may be checked.
8. Tests or brain imaging may be recommended if clinically necessary.
9. Keep a headache diary noting triggers, duration, severity, and symptoms.
10. Seek emergency care for sudden severe headache, weakness, confusion, seizures, fever/stiff neck, vision loss, or persistent vomiting.
Next Steps
Maintain adequate hydration, especially when outdoors.
Avoid prolonged heat/sun exposure; use shade, hat and sunglasses.
Maintain regular sleep and meals.
Keep a headache diary including outdoor exposure, severity, nausea/vomiting and medications.
Avoid frequent self-medication with painkillers because overuse can worsen headaches.
Seek emergency care for sudden severe headache, weakness, confusion, seizures, vision loss, fever/stiff neck, or persistent vomiting.