• Headache is the symptom of pain in the brain, face, scalp or sinus.
• Headache is common: 45 million Americans have chronic headaches.
• 30% of the population has never had a headache.
• Migraine headache is more common in women than men.
• Migraine headache may be misdiagnosed as a sinus infection or “sinus headache”.
• Headache can be a sign of a serious disorder and a new headache or a headache that is changing in character or frequency should always be evaluated by your doctor.
This document is not intended to substitute for professional medical
advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or develop a treatment
plan for a health problem or disease without consulting your physician.
Updated March 1st 2009