Horrible awful headache ?

katieoleary24

I am 9 wks today and on day two of one of the worst headaches. It's hard to function and the pain is constant. Tried Tylenol, but it's not working and have major sinus congestion.

Anyone else dealing with this?
Thinking its hormone overload headache and its bad.

kalanieileen

Yes, when I hit week 9, sinus congestion happened and massive headaches started. Not much any kind of meds can do for you. I usually have a cold compress to my head, snacks, and lots and lots of water. If you're able to, just try to sleep it off. Luckily my headaches seem to come at night time when I can just knockout anyway. Good luck!

rebelone

You can also try caffeine.

katieoleary24

Thanks for the response! How long did the headaches last or have they continued the whole pregnancy? Hoping for something to look forward to...

redheadbride15

Look into neti pots. They sound very strange if you've never used one but you get used to it quickly. They're REALLY effective if you have a lot of nasal and sinus congestion causing your headaches. And they're 100% safe in pregnancy (you're just pouring salt water in your nose).

ETF typo/grammar

elisefd16

Thanks for sharing @katieoleary24 I'm in my 9th week too and started having terrible headaches, neck pain and sinus congestion. Yikes! I'll have to try these suggestions and keep hoping that second trimester is better. I hope you - and everyone else with similar issues - feel better soon

mrstmoose

Right now, I'm getting migraines around every week. I'm hoping they don't last the entire pregnancy. If it continues, talk to your doctor. Other than that, put ice packs on your neck and forehead, take Tylenol (if you want), drink a Coke, and try putting your feet in hot water while having an ice pack on y our neck. And sleep!! 

eta: I finally had to tell my boss I'm pregnant (6 weeks before I wanted to) because I've been having migraines so frequently that I didn't want her to think I was skipping work. So I know the struggle!