Coital cephalalgia
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Also known as "****** headaches", coital cephalalgia is a rare type of severe headache that occurs at the base of the skull before orgasm during ****** activity, including ************. The pain usually moves from the base of the skull through the head towards the frontal lobes. Extremely severe and sharp pain behind the eyes is also a symptom. The headaches usually have an immediate onset and typically last for a few minutes to a few hours, although it is possible for such headaches to last up to a few days.
More prevalent in men, by a factor of 3 (a 4:1 ratio), these headaches appear in roughly 1% of the population, though it has been suggested that the prevalence may be higher, due to the embarrassment of presenting with the disorder, especially in cases where spontaneous remission occurs after a few days. It is important to see a doctor if you have such symptoms in order to rule out a potential brain aneurysm, or tumors. In most cases, these headaches are benign. More serious symptoms include a stiff neck, confusion, and dizziness.
As for treatment, a doctor may recommend abstaining from ****** activities and ************ for a short period of time ranging from a few days to a few weeks. In addition, doctors may recommend medications that can be taken in advance of ****** activity to prevent such headaches. Reduction in weight to a more ideal level and increased exercise may also reduce the likelihood of recurrences.
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