Pain Characteristics:

• Dull, aching, or sharp pain
• Throbbing or pulsating sensation
• Pressure-like feeling around the head

Location of Pain:

• Unilateral (one side of the head)
• Bilateral (both sides of the head)
• Pain behind the eyes or forehead

Associated Symptoms:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
• Sensitivity to sound (phonophobia)

Neurological Signs:

• Visual disturbances (aura, flashing lights)
• Numbness or tingling in extremities
• Difficulty concentrating

Muscle Tension:

• Tightness or stiffness in neck and shoulders

Sinus-Related Symptoms:

• Nasal congestion or runny nose
• Facial pain or pressure

Duration and Frequency:

• Episodic (lasting hours to days)
• Chronic (recurring frequently or daily.