Kulsum International Hospital

Headache Treatment

On this page
  1. Overview
  2. Who it may help
  3. What the service includes
  4. What to expect
  5. At KIH

Overview

Most headaches are not dangerous, but frequent headaches can affect daily life. Identifying the headache type and triggers helps choose effective treatment.

Who it may help

  • People with migraine
  • People with tension-type or cluster headaches
  • People who take painkillers for headaches on many days each month
  • People with new or changing headaches

What the service includes

Detailed history and examination, scans when needed, headache diaries, preventive and acute medicines, and advice on lifestyle triggers and painkiller overuse.

What to expect

Keep a headache diary before your visit. Treatment is adjusted at follow-up based on how often headaches occur.

At KIH

KIH's neurology team assesses and treats headache disorders. Seek emergency care for a sudden severe headache.

This information is for general education. Your doctor will explain whether this treatment is suitable for you, and its benefits and risks. For a medical emergency, call +92-51-8446666 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Our doctors

Consultants in the KIH departments that provide Headache Treatment.