Headaches 101

A bad headache is so hard to take. It's hard to see, to think straight, and to function when your head is pounding. You can find temporary relief in pain relievers, but you can fix your headache for good if you know what kind of headache it is and how to treat it.

Real Simple shares ways to treat three of the most common types of headaches, including stress, migraines, and sinus. Stress headaches are by far the most common and are often easily treated by eating a meal (skipping meals can cause headaches), massaging tense neck muscles, or by getting a good night's sleep. Treating migraines and sinus headaches is a little trickier, but in occasional cases you can prevent or even treat them without medication.

How do you deal with a bad headache?