Chronic Headaches Treatment in India
About Chronic Headaches
Key Highlights
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Comprehensive evaluation by a specialist to identify the specific type and triggers of chronic headaches.Personalized, multi-faceted treatment plan that may combine medication, lifestyle changes, and behavioral therapy.Focus on preventive strategies to reduce the overall frequency and severity of headache episodes.Management of associated conditions like anxiety, depression, or sleep disorders that can contribute to headaches.Long-term patient-doctor partnership for ongoing monitoring and adjustment of the care plan.
Who is this surgery for?
- Headaches occurring on 15 or more days per month for at least three months.
- Headaches that significantly interfere with daily activities, work, or social life.
- Overuse or ineffectiveness of over-the-counter pain medications.
- Suspicion of secondary headaches due to an underlying medical condition (e.g., hypertension, infection).
- Need for a formal diagnosis to differentiate between migraine, tension-type, cluster, or other headache disorders.
How to prepare
- Maintain a detailed headache diary for several weeks, noting frequency, duration, intensity, triggers, and medications used.
- Bring a list of all current medications, supplements, and allergies to the consultation.
- Be prepared to discuss your full medical history, including past surgeries and family history of headaches.
- Wear comfortable clothing for the physical examination.
- Fasting is typically not required unless specific blood tests are ordered.
Risks & possible complications
- Side effects from prescribed medications, which can include drowsiness, weight changes, or gastrointestinal issues.
- Risk of medication-overuse headache from incorrect use of acute pain relievers.
- Potential for diagnostic tests (like CT scans) to reveal incidental, unrelated findings.
- Delayed diagnosis if a rare underlying cause is not immediately identified.
- Frustration or emotional distress if treatment response is slow or requires multiple adjustments.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is a process of management, not a single event. Improvement is often gradual over weeks to months.
- Adherence to the prescribed preventive medication regimen and lifestyle recommendations is crucial.
- Regular follow-up appointments are necessary to monitor progress and adjust treatment.
- Implement learned stress-management and trigger-avoidance techniques into daily life.
- Keep the headache diary updated to track response to treatment and identify new patterns.
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Typical hospital stay:
Typically 0 days (outpatient management)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing management; initial treatment effects may be seen in 4-12 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering chronic headaches in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for chronic headaches in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform chronic headaches. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for chronic headaches compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 1.5 Thousand – 10 Thousand | Typically 0 days (outpatient management) | ~ Ongoing management; initial treatment effects may be seen in 4-12 weeks | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 5.25 Thousand – 35 Thousand | Typically 0 days (outpatient management) | ~ Ongoing management; initial treatment effects may be seen in 4-12 weeks | Know More |
Top hospitals for Chronic Headaches in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing chronic headaches.
Ghaziabad, India
43 Doctors
Ananya Kumar, a 28-year-old software engineer,...
Ananya Kumar, a 28-year-old software engineer, had been battling tension-type headaches for three years. The constant, band-like pressure around her forehead and temples began during a stressful project deadline and never fully subsided. She managed with over-the-counter painkillers, but they were becoming less effective. Her headaches were now daily, worsened by long hours at the computer, and were starting to affect her concentration and mood. Her primary care physician in Internal Medicine, Dr. Chen, recommended a comprehensive approach beyond medication. This included a detailed headache diary, blood tests to rule out underlying issues like thyroid dysfunction or vitamin deficiencies, and a referral for physical therapy for neck posture. Ananya was initially skeptical, hoping for a 'quick fix' pill. The process felt slow, keeping the diary was tedious, and the physical therapy exercises were time-consuming. However, after 8 weeks of consistent therapy, dietary adjustments to avoid caffeine, and implementing strict work-break schedules using the Pomodoro technique, her headache days reduced from 7 to 2 per week. The emotional journey was significant: she had felt defeated and anxious that this pain was her 'new normal.' Post-treatment, she regained a sense of control over her body and life. The relief was not just physical but mental, lifting a fog of chronic discomfort she had learned to tolerate.
Internal Medicine Specialists for Chronic Headaches
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform chronic headaches and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 41 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
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- 8 Years Experience
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- 8 Years Experience
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- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 22 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 32 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 18 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 14 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 9 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 43 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 36 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 21 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore