Headaches

[RosieRabbit17]

I've had a headache on and off for 3 days now. It does go away temporarily when I take paracetamol but I don't want to keep taking it. I've also had a few bouts of dizziness when standing up. I have assumed I have some kind of viral thing (my lateral flow test I take for work was negative) as I also had a bit of a sore throat at the beginning but now I'm wondering whether I should get the headaches checked out. I'm 18 weeks and 2 days. Has anyone experienced this before?

I’d certainly get checked if only for reassurance. Headaches and fainting could be something to do with blood pressure

As Pp said, it could be your blood pressure. Phone your midwife or triage unit for advice

I'd also think it's blood pressure related, give your midwife a call.

@RosieRabbit17 - I am having the same, I had a severe migraine on Saturday followed by now 3 days of a headache. It goes away with paracetomol.

I called my midwife & they said it is completely normal and is most likely due to hormones. I went & got my blood pressure checked at the doctors too, so might be worth doing. The doctor did mention it may be down to stress/worry. If you're anything like me and worrying a lot of the time!

I have these at least once a week.
I find drinking electrolytes gets rid of them quicker

@RosieRabbit17

I've had a headache on and off for 3 days now. It does go away temporarily when I take paracetamol but I don't want to keep taking it. I've also had a few bouts of dizziness when standing up. I have assumed I have some kind of viral thing (my lateral flow test I take for work was negative) as I also had a bit of a sore throat at the beginning but now I'm wondering whether I should get the headaches checked out. I'm 18 weeks and 2 days. Has anyone experienced this before?

Hi! I've literally had headache everyday since around 14 weeks! It started with a 3 day migraine that was the worst thing I've ever felt and since then I generally wake up with headaches. Midwife said it's normal in 2nd trimester and only to notify if it's still happening in 3rd trimester. I believe it's just hormones. I am trying to take paracetamol only if absolutely necessary like once or twice a week but I did get a'4head' stick and that's been a life saver. It's natural and you just rub it on your head as much as you like :) xx hope you feel better soon

Same here, persistent headaches daily and sometimes full blown migraines that I end up taking time off with they are so bad! When I stand up I feel dizzy and get spots with my vision too!

Sending lots of love - I fully sympathise!