Dr. Alexander Myasnikov points out that severe headaches that occur at night may be a symptom of life-threatening diseases.
He says: "The cause may be a cerebral aneurysm, a tumor, or an infection, and these conditions can also cause headaches. Therefore, doctors rely on warning signs, such as a headache waking a person up at night for the first time in their life.
Dr. Alexander Myasnikov adds that other symptoms should also be a cause for concern, such as headaches that appear for the first time in people over 50, or headaches whose intensity changes with body position, especially if accompanied by speech difficulties or numbness. He emphasizes that the appearance of these signs warrants immediate medical attention.
Dr. Andrei Kondrakhin also points out the need to not ignore frequent headaches, as this may increase the risk of stroke, explaining that in some cases, headaches may be an early sign of a brain hemorrhage.
Myasnikov also warns against persistent low mood, prolonged fatigue, and increased anxiety lasting more than a month, urging people to consult a specialist. He notes that this condition may be accompanied by symptoms such as loss of appetite and decreased basic motivation, which could indicate psychological and emotional exhaustion that may lead to deLpression.
