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Usually I will get one sided headache monthly once or twice,but this time I got headache one sided which is there more than one day,I mean I got Tuesday midnight and took dolo 650 reduced half again morning took dolo reduced full.And again today morning got headache and took dolo650 but not reduced fully.what I have to do if I get headache again today midnight?
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A one-sided headache may occur with migraine, but a change in your usual pattern, lasting longer and not responding as expected, needs assessment. Repeatedly adding painkillers is not a substitute for reviewing the headache and the doses already taken.
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Arrange a physician review soon, or today if the pain is still significant. Record onset, duration, nausea, light sensitivity, menstrual timing and all tablets taken. Rest in a quiet setting, maintain fluids and regular meals.
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A sudden worst-ever headache, weakness, speech or vision changes, fever with a stiff neck, confusion or persistent vomiting requires emergency care. Do not exceed the labelled dose or combine products with the same ingredient.
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Migraine is a possibility because the headache is unilateral and recurrent
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don't repeat dolo , if its repeating this need proper assessment counsult in person
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if there any stress, or sleep impairment or substance use
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might be chances of TMJ disorder
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night guard
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Consult
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This may be a migraine attack, especially with your usual one-sided headaches, but this episode is lasting longer than your usual pattern.
If the headache returns tonight, avoid repeatedly taking Dolo 650 without checking the total paracetamol dose in the preceding 24 hours.
Keep at least 4–6 hours between paracetamol doses and stay within the recommended daily maximum.
Rest in a quiet, dark room and maintain good hydration and regular meals.
If paracetamol is repeatedly inadequate, consult your doctor about a migraine-specific treatment such as a triptan rather than repeatedly escalating analgesics.
Avoid taking acute headache medicines on more than 2 days per week regularly, as frequent use can worsen headaches.
Because this attack is different from your usual pattern, arrange a medical review if it continues or keeps recurring.
Seek urgent care immediately for a sudden “worst-ever” headache, weakness/numbness, speech or vision problems, confusion, seizure, fever with neck stiffness, or repeated vomiting.
If the migraine-like attack lasts beyond 72 hours, urgent medical assessment is recommended.
Keep a headache diary, including timing, triggers, menstrual relation, medicines taken and response, to guide further treatment.
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Needs more history and further evaluation
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should be assessed rather than repeatedly taking Dolo 650.
Please consult me so I can assess your headache pattern and guide you on the safest acute treatment and whether any further evaluation is needed.
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Hi, based on the history you have shared, this may be a prolonged episode of your usual migraine-type headache, but because this episode is lasting much longer than your usual headaches and has not completely responded to paracetamol, I would like to make sure there are no warning signs before advising further medication.
Please let me know:
* Is this headache similar to your usual one-sided headaches?
* Did it start suddenly and become very severe within seconds/minutes?
* Any fever, neck stiffness, repeated vomiting, fainting or confusion?
* Any weakness/numbness of an arm or leg, difficulty speaking, facial weakness, imbalance, seizure or unusual drowsiness?
* Any blurring/double vision or loss of vision?
* Does it become worse on coughing, bending or straining?
* When was your last menstrual period and is there any possibility of pregnancy?
* If possible, please check and send me your BP.
* Also tell me exactly how many Dolo 650 tablets/paracetamol tablets you have taken in the last 24 hours and at what times.
For now, please donât take repeated doses of painkillers unnecessarily. Stay hydrated, have a regular meal, rest in a quiet/dark room and avoid prolonged screen exposure.
If you develop a sudden extremely severe headache, weakness/numbness, difficulty speaking, confusion, fainting/seizure, persistent vomiting, fever with neck stiffness, or visual loss, please go to an emergency department immediately rather than continuing online treatment.
Since this episode has lasted several days and is different from your usual pattern, I would also recommend an in-person medical assessment if it is not settling, even if there are no emergency warning signs.
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Naproxen 500 mg PO at onset ± * Sumatriptan 50 mg PO for a moderate/severe migraine or inadequate response to simple analgesia.
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Please rule out pregnancy before taking these medications
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Please consult a General Physician in your area for a physical examination. If required, you may also need an opinion of a Neurologist.
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* Recurrent one-sided headache may be migraine, especially if similar attacks have occurred previously.
* This episode lasting >1 day can still occur with migraine, as attacks may last up to 72 hours.
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* Paracetamol 650 mg can be taken if required, keeping at least 4–6 hours between doses and avoiding other paracetamol-containing medicines.
*consult a doctor regarding a specific migraine medicine such as a triptan rather than repeatedly increasing painkillers.
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Maintain regular meals, adequate hydration and sleep; avoid known triggers.
Contact me anytime on Practo for further consultation
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If there history of migraine and if it is persistent better to seek neurological opinion.Dont take dolo for long
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Check vision ,teeth and check for sinusitis
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If you are on medications like OCP better to stop it.check blood pressure also .Reduce stress
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Does it increase on exposure to light and sound. If so it must be because of migraine. If you also feel like vomiting, migraine must be your issue. Get proper consultation on Practo app or go meet a doctor personally.
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I think u have a migraine like issues, I need to ask some more questions from ur side before confirming the diagnosis, so kindly contact me and most importantly u have to be hydrated enough to control ur head ache kindly track ur water intake status and update me, I will prescribe medications and treatment and advise you how can you avoid headache
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Neproxan250 two times after food.
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If the headache came again
Take Tab Grenil - 1 tab - sos
Or Tab Ibuprofen 600 mg- 1 tab - sos
Stay hydrated, don't take excessive stress
Eat on time.
It will help you👍🏻
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Kindly consult and give proper detailed history along with symptoms for evaluation and take proper timely treatment with relevant investigations if required.
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This can be due to various reasons like dehydration, migraine, vision problems like myopia or ear problems.Kindly consult directly for detailed assessment and management
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Adequate hydration 2-3L a day
Make sure your refractive errors are corrected appropriately by consulting and opthalmologist
Make sure ears are not impacted with wax
Avoid bright lights and loud noise exposure
Restrict screen time to 1-2 hours / day
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Hello,
Take Balanced diet.
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History written is not enough. I need to enquire more. Pls opt for CONSULTATION
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Frequent one sided headache occuring monthly, could be a vascular headache.If its not relieved with dolo alone ,you can take a combination medicine like zerodol p for a day or two.However,if the headache persist, consult a neurologist in your area for a clinical examination and appropriate management.
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Can help you .
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kindly consult on practo app and provide complete history for further evaluation and treatment.
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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Dr. Sowmya Kutikuppala
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Vijayawada
Hello !!
Taking Dolo 650 (paracetamol) helps reduce pain only temporarily, but repeating doses over several days without treating the underlying cause is not ideal.
A recurrent, one-sided headache that responds to simple analgesics often fits the pattern of a tension-type headache, but any change in your typical pattern—such as lasting longer or not fully responding to medication as if your case might be migraine and need medical attention.
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1. Avoid Overusing Paracetamol: Overtaking pain relievers frequently over consecutive days can actually trigger medication-overuse headaches (rebound headaches).
2. * Rest in a dark, quiet room
* Apply a cold or warm compress
* Stay hydrated
3. Do Not Take unprescribed painkillers
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Consult for further examination through Practo app!!
Thank you !!
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Avoid sugar and starch food
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal more
Protein intake more
Fluid intake more
Walk
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Adnan Khan
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Most probably you are having Migraine
Only dolo will not be effective, you need a proper treatment. You can book a consultation with me on Practo.
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• Avoid certain triggers like nuts, chocolate, smoking or alcohol
• Take full rest
• Fixed routine of sleeping hours
• Eat on time
• Eat healthy food like dry fruits and fresh fruit
• Avoid any stress
• Don't remain an empty stomach for a long time
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Do consult
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Dr. Rachna Pande
Internal Medicine
42 yrs exp
Bhopal
Please share details of your symptoms, get complete.t. brain done and share results, then I can help you further.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
A one-sided headache that returns roughly every month, and this time dragging on past a day despite your usual tablet, fits a migraine-type pattern rather than a one-off headache.
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Keep a note of how often this happens and how long each episode lasts. That pattern helps a doctor confirm migraine and plan something longer-term than reaching for a tablet each time.
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If tonight's headache comes back and the usual tablet barely helps, or you notice vision changes, weakness or vomiting, please consult a doctor instead of repeating it on your own.
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