I almost always have a headache....?

Question

I've never had a problem with headaches before, but sometimes between August 13th and August 19th, I started to get them daily, and gradually more then once a day. On the 19th, I got new glasses, which are working out for me fine. My parents today, however, are making me wear my old ones to see if my new glasses are what the problem is. Right now I'm wearing my old ones and I have a huge headache. =/

I'm nearsighted, if that matters, and last month I had my eyes checked - my optic nerve is in mint condition basically and there's no unusual pressure in my eyes. Despite that, occasionally when I stand up or even when I'm just walking, my version will get all spotty and then fade to a black, where it will then become spotty once more and I'll be able to see. That probably lasts for about ten seconds.

As for my headaches, they're usually at the front and both sides of my head and are basically dull and achy, throb and my head feels like there's pressure inside it or it's "full".

Is there something wrong with me? Thanks.

Answer 1

No, I don't think there's anything wrong with you other than your poor vision. However, you should check with your eye dr. to be sure. My suggestion would be to wear your new glasses, as they seem to take care of the problem for you. I've been having long-lasting headaches recently also, and I think it's for the same reason, however, I can't afford new glasses yet.

Best wishes.

Answer 2

does the eye doctor know about the spotty vision ,if not he should. As far as pressure it may be a sinus infection.If it is you would feel "full and throbbing, it may get worse if you bend down,you may have some discharge from  your nose that would be white,yellow or green and a fever".If this sounds like you and it is a sinus infection you will need antibiotics.Also wearing the glasses could also be a part of the problem.Personally ,that is how I know I need new ones.You don't say how old you are but if you are a child please speak to your parents and try ibuprofen or Tylenol in the meantime beforoe you see the doctor.

Answer 3

Your vision could definately be a factor!  Wearing old glasses that are weaker than what you need makes your eyes strain which could cause a severe headache.    You definately should get it checked out.  Do you drink alot of caffeine?  That could cause it also.  Sometimes when I'm stressed/worried about something, I think about it selfconciously without realizing and the pressure of it causes a headache for me.  Let your doctor know about the spots your seeing, maybe theres a source your bodies not getting enough of, for example iron.  Good Luck.