I’ve had a headache for 4 days

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I don’t normally get headaches but last month I started with a horrible one at work. Went straight to bed when I got in, woke up pretty much better the next morning and promptly came on my period.

This time it hasn’t been quite as intense but has lasted 4 days and as soon as paracetamol wears off it’s back.

I’m due on again any day so wonder if it’s linked?
I’m 44. No other signs of peri but is this the start?

Or what else could it be?

It could be. I've been getting hormonal headaches before my period since my mid-30s. Usually three days before, sometimes mild, sometimes more like a migraine. They're most unpleasant.

If it lifts as soon as your period starts that's a good sign it's hormonal.