Most people have headaches from time to time. But if you have a headache more days than not, you might have chronic daily headaches.
Rather than a specific headache type, chronic daily headaches include a variety of headache subtypes. Chronic refers to how often the headaches occur and how long the condition lasts.
Occasional headaches are common, and usually require no medical attention. However, consult your doctor if:
Interactions between impulses sent by the brain, blood vessels, and nearby nerves cause headache discomfort. Unknown mechanisms cause certain nerves that control muscles and blood arteries to become active during headaches. The brain receives pain signals from these nerves.
