{"id":62531,"date":"2024-01-18T09:20:02","date_gmt":"2024-01-18T14:20:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=62531"},"modified":"2024-11-13T09:32:01","modified_gmt":"2024-11-13T14:32:01","slug":"why-head-feels-heavy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/why-head-feels-heavy\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my head feel heavy, and what can I do about it?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your head feels heavy, or you may feel some pressure in the head, you may wonder what is causing this feeling. A heavy head could often be due to everyday things such as poor posture or eye strain. A heavy head may also be due to an illness or medical condition, like a sinus condition or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/migraine-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">migraine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> headache. Less commonly, a heavy head may be a sign of a more serious condition, such as a brain tumor. Continue reading to learn more about why your head may feel heavy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"common-causes-of-a-heavy-head\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common causes of a heavy head<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A heavy head may sometimes be due to everyday factors such as poor posture or dehydration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"poor-posture\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor posture<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your mom or your teacher told you to sit up straight, they weren\u2019t just being annoying. An average <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pingeprii.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Hansray-K.K.-Assessment-of-Stresses-in-the-Cervical-Spine-Caused-by-Posture-and-Position-of-the-Head.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adult&#8217;s head<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in a neutral position weighs about 10 to 12 pounds. However, research shows that as the head tilts forward, it places extra strain on the neck. Holding the head forward at a 30-degree angle can cause your head to feel like it weighs 40 pounds. The more your posture is \u201coff,\u201d the heavier your head gets\u2014up to 60 pounds at a 60-degree angle. Because we spend so much time <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/lower-back-pain-when-sitting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hunched over<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> smartphones\u2014or sitting at a desk with poor posture\u2014this stress on the neck can take a toll. Experts recommend m<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">aking an effort to look at devices with a neutral spine and avoid spending time hunched over.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"eye-strain\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye strain\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to poor posture associated with smart devices and computer work, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org\/en\/healthu\/2020\/03\/03\/could-the-cause-of-your-headaches-be-digital-eye-strain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">digital eye strain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could contribute to a heavy head feeling. Digital eye strain is caused by too much time looking at a screen. It can cause headaches, a tense neck or upper back, dry eyes, and blurred vision. It can even affect your mood and attention. Experts estimate that more than one in four people experience headaches from eye strain. Some steps you can take to help reduce eye strain include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping the monitor at least 20 inches from your eyes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wearing blue-light glasses or using a blue-light filter for your monitor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping the room bright<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enlarging your fonts so they are more comfortable to read<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking breaks: for every two hours spent looking at the screen, take a break for at least 20 minutes, and take shorter breaks every 20 to 30 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sitting up straight<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/eye-health-how-to-protect-vision\/\"><b>Eye health 101: How to protect vision and keep your eyes healthy<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"dehydration\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dehydration<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21517-dehydration-headache\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dehydrated<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (not getting enough fluids), you may have a headache, along with other symptoms, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confusion\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extreme thirst<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle cramps<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe cases of dehydration may require a hospital stay. However, to remedy instances of mild dehydration, you can try:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrating: take small sips of water, suck on ice cubes, and drink low-sugar electrolyte drinks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting out of the sun if you are in the heat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking an over-the-counter pain reliever such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-long-does-it-take-for-tylenol-to-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tylenol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (acetaminophen) or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/nsaids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NSAID<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) like Motrin (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-long-does-it-take-for-ibuprofen-to-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ibuprofen<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) for headache pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applying a cold compress to the head<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also take steps to prevent dehydration, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking plenty of fluids, especially before you feel thirsty<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacing lost fluids<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking breaks to rest when you feel tired or dizzy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking extra water and rest if you are in the sun<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-much-water-drink-day\/\"><b>How much water should you drink a day?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"sleep-deprivation-or-too-much-sleep\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep deprivation or too much sleep<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting the right amount of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepfoundation.org\/sleep-deprivation\/sleep-deprivation-and-migraines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quality sleep<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is essential for your body to function properly. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/sleep-deprivation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not sleeping enough<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014or even sleeping too much to make up for lost sleep\u2014can cause migraines. Then, migraine pain can affect your sleep, causing a cycle of migraine headache pain and interrupted sleep. Some tips for sleep issues include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting the right amount of sleep (generally, at least <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/sleep\/about_sleep\/how_much_sleep.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 hours per night<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for adults ages 18-60)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practicing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-to-sleep-better\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep hygiene<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> habits such as keeping your room at a comfortable temperature, sleeping on a supportive mattress, and avoiding electronics before bed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying on a sleep schedule\u2014going to bed and waking up at the same times every day, even on weekends<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/what-happens-when-you-quit-smoking\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">smoking<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before bed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/why-is-sleep-important\/\"><b>Why is sleep important?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"medical-conditions-that-can-cause-a-heavy-head-feeling\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical conditions that can cause a heavy head feeling<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain medical conditions or illnesses can cause a heavy head feeling or headaches. We\u2019ll go over some of the more common ones here.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"migraine-and-other-types-of-headaches\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Migraine and other types of headaches<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/5005-migraine-headaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">migraine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is not just a bad headache\u2014it is a neurological condition that affects about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/news\/migraine-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12% of people<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the United States. Migraine is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/adaa.org\/understanding-anxiety\/related-illnesses\/headaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sometimes linked<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with mental health conditions like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/news\/anxiety-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anxiety<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> disorder or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/news\/depression-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">depression<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Many people who have migraine attacks will experience throbbing, pulsing pain, often on one side of the head, which can make the head feel heavy and uncomfortable. However, many other symptoms can be associated with a migraine attack, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sensitivity to light, sounds, and smells<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach issues like nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, stomach pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appetite loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling very warm or cold<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurred vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scalp tenderness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And others<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/types-of-headaches\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">types of headaches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can also cause head pain and a heavy head feeling, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/health\/conditions-and-diseases\/headache\/tension-headaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tension headache<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Tension-type headaches often feel like a tight band is wrapped around your head. Pain may occur on both sides of the head and even involve the back of the head and neck. A tension-type headache is the most common type of headache.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/000786.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cluster headache<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This type of headache is less common. It generally causes pain on one side of the head and other symptoms like tearing eyes, a droopy eyelid, and nasal congestion. Cluster headache attacks last 15 minutes to 3 hours and occur daily or almost every day for weeks or months, separated by pain-free intervals of at least one month.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/health\/conditions-and-diseases\/vestibular-migraine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vestibular migraine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Symptoms may include headaches (although not everyone gets a headache) in combination with balance issues such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/vertigo-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vertigo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (a spinning sensation), loss of balance, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/motion-sickness-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">motion sickness<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, nausea, and vomiting. People who also experience hearing loss should be checked for an inner ear condition called <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/menieres-disease-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meniere\u2019s disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a balance disorder that affects hearing.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you experience migraine or other types of headaches, you should see a neurologist who can devise a medical <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/new-migraine-medications\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">treatment plan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which will include different things like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A plan for treatment of a migraine attack, such as a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/triptans\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">triptan medication<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips for home remedies to use in combination with medication, such as resting in a cool, dark, quiet room and staying hydrated<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventive medication, if needed, as well as preventive strategies like keeping a headache journal and identifying and avoiding triggers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"sinus-conditions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sinus conditions<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sinus infection, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pennmedicine.org\/for-patients-and-visitors\/patient-information\/conditions-treated-a-to-z\/sinus-infections-sinusitis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sinusitis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, can be caused by a virus, bacteria, or fungus and occurs when the tissues lining the sinuses become swollen. Symptoms may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain and pressure around the eyes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facial tenderness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad breath<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of smell<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cough<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fever<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stuffy nose\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sore throat<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people have chronic sinusitis. Symptoms are similar to those listed above (but are generally milder) and last for at least 3 months.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment options depend on the type and severity of sinusitis. For acute sinusitis, an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/finish-antibiotics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antibiotic <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">may be required. Other treatments, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/nasal-spray-for-allergies\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">steroid nasal sprays<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or OTC pain relievers, may be prescribed or recommended.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People with chronic or more severe sinus conditions may need other treatments, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/allergy-shots\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">allergy shots<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, oral steroids, or surgery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the prescription medication recommended by your doctor, you can try <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/home-remedies-for-sinus-infection\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home remedies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking plenty of fluids to help thin mucus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhaling steam several times a day (try sitting in the bathroom with the door closed and the shower running)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a cool-mist humidifier<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flushing the sinuses with a Neti pot or saline squeeze bottle<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"allergies\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergies\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergies do not just make you sneeze. They can also cause various other symptoms, including head pressure and pain. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/acaai.org\/allergies\/symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergy symptoms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stuffy nose<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Runny nose and eyes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sneezing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cough<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shortness of breath (generally when <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/asthma-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">asthma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is also involved)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rashes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aafa.org\/allergies\/allergy-treatments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergy treatment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may include a variety of methods depending on the type of allergies, symptoms, and severity, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nonmedicinal methods like avoiding allergens and flushing the nose with saline<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescription or OTC <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/best-antihistamine\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antihistamines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, nasal steroid sprays, eye drops<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/does-medicare-cover-allergy-shots\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergy shots<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or sublingual immunotherapy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"concussion-and-head-injuries\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Concussion and head injuries<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/concussionfoundation.org\/concussion-resources\/what-is-concussion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">concussion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a serious injury. It is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that is caused by a bump, jolt, or blow to the head\u2014or by a hit to the body\u2014that results in the head and brain moving back and forth rapidly. Potential causes may include events such as car accidents and whiplash, falls, sports, or abuse. Symptoms may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical symptoms like headache, dizziness, nausea, sensitivity to light and noise<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cognitive symptoms like problems with focus, attention, and memory<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep symptoms such as sleeping more or less than usual or having trouble falling asleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emotional symptoms like anxiety, depression, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/anxiety-attack-vs-panic-attack\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">panic attacks<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A medical professional should immediately see people with a head injury. Then, time should be spent gradually returning to activity under close supervision.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\t\t<div class=\"singlecare-dynamic-newsletter-wrapper sin-newsletter-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"heading\">Get our allergies newsletter<\/span>\n\t\t\t<form class=\"form-wrapper\" data-newsletter-form=\"1\" data-subsource=\"Allergies Newsletter\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"input-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<label for=\"dynamic-email\">Email<\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"email\" id=\"dynamic-email\" class=\"email\" required>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"input-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<input class=\"submit-form-btn\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Click to sign up\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/form>\n\t\t\t<p class=\"success-message\" aria-live=\"polite\"><\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"brain-tumor\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brain tumor<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/braintumors.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brain tumor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> occurs when abnormal cells grow in the brain&#8217;s tissues. Brain tumors can be benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Brain tumors may start in the brain\u2014or they may begin somewhere else and spread to the brain. Symptoms may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Problems with talking, hearing, or vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balance or movement problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Memory problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty thinking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleepiness\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mood and behavior changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seizures\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment may include a combination of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watching and waiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surgery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/does-medicare-cover-chemotherapy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemotherapy<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radiation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Targeted therapy (drugs that specifically target cancer cells)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"aneurysm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aneurysm\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/16800-brain-aneurysm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brain aneurysm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or cerebral aneurysm, is a bulge in a blood vessel in or around the brain. Although most aneurysms are small and do not cause issues, a ruptured brain aneurysm is life-threatening. The first sign of a ruptured brain aneurysm is a severe headache, known as a thunderclap headache. It feels like the worst headache you have ever had. If this occurs, call 911 for immediate medical attention. Other symptoms may include stiff neck muscles, nausea, vomiting, altered vision, sensitivity to light, seizures, pain around the eye, confusion, weakness, numbness, and loss of consciousness. These symptoms require emergency medical attention.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"symptoms-of-head-feeling-heavy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms of head feeling heavy<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms may vary based on what is causing the headache. For example, suppose your head feels heavy due to dehydration. In that case, you may have a completely different set of symptoms (in addition to headache symptoms) than if your head feels heavy due to a sinus condition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, if you have a heavy feeling in the head, you may feel like your head is heavy, tired, dragging, and difficult to hold up. You may also have other general symptoms like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache or pressure in the head<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neck and back pain or pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facial pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye strain or discomfort<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"home-remedies\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home remedies<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should see a healthcare provider if you have any severe or concerning symptoms\u2014for example, sudden and severe head pain\u2014or a heavy head accompanied by other symptoms such as facial pain. Also, see a healthcare provider if heavy head or headache pain interferes with your daily activities. If your heavy head is due to an underlying medical condition, the medical condition must be treated first. For example, your healthcare provider may prescribe an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-do-antibiotics-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antibiotic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you have a sinus infection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For mild or temporary cases of a heavy head, you can try home treatment, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice stress management through methods like meditation, yoga, or relaxation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking time to relax<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improving your posture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking breaks from screen time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting enough quality sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applying ice or heat to sore muscles to help with muscle strain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical therapy and exercises for certain conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking OTC pain relievers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying hydrated<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your head feels heavy, or you may feel some pressure in the head, you may wonder what is causing this feeling. 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