Headache

When to Call Your Doctor - Call Your Doctor Now

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

  • You feel weak or very sick
  • Pain is severe and its the worst headache of your life
  • Pain is severe and you have not had severe headaches before
  • Stiff neck (can't touch chin to chest)
  • Blurred or double vision
  • Unsteady walking
  • Fever of 103° F (39.4° C) or higher
  • Fever of 100.5° F (38.1° C) or higher and you:
    • Are over 60 years of age OR
    • Have diabetes mellitus or a weakened immune system (e.g., HIV positive, cancer chemotherapy, chronic steroid treatment, splenectomy) OR
    • Are bedridden (e.g., nursing home patient, stroke, chronic illness, recovering from surgery)
  • Possible exposure to carbon monoxide

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