Health experts: Do NOT ignore this type of headache, as it could signify a brain tumour HEADACHES are one of the most common health ailments for people in the UK. The symptoms of a brain tumour could be as simple as an everyday headache It may be a dull ache from behind the neck, a throbbing behind the eyes, or an overall sense of tension across the forehead. According to the Migraine Trust, one in seven Brits suffers from the debilitating condition of migraines, while thousands more experience headaches on a regular basis. When the all-too-familiar sensation strikes, the immediate response is typically painkillers, so you can keep calm and carry on throughout the day. But experts have warned not all headaches should be treated so lightly. It is usually a new headache that you’ve had before… It’s more of a dull ache According to health officials, a dull persistent pain in the head can be a sign of increased pressure in the head caused by a brain tumour. But this doesn’t mean you should panic each time you feel a headache coming on. Professor in Neuroscience from Harvard Medical School, Dr Robert Martuza told SELF: “(It) is usually a new headache that you’ve had before… Health experts agree there could be more to headaches than meet the eye “It’s more of a dull ache.” Experts describe the pain to watch for as slow and persistent. Often, the pain intensifies and worsens as the tumour becomes larger and increases the amount of pressure in the head. Concerning headaches are also more likely to be at their worst during the morning or at night, as the pressure increases when you sleep. The warning comes after worrying stats revealed one in six Brits have never had an eye test. A quick series of eye tests and scans can identify brain tumours early on, and be the difference between life and death. One way to diagnose a brain tumour early on is to get a simple eye test Head of professional services at Vision Express, Omar Hassan, said: “As standard at Vision Express we offer a ‘visual fields’ test. “This can detect dysfunction in central and peripheral vision, which may be caused by various medical conditions such as glaucoma, brain tumours or other neurological deficits.” If you’re experiencing unusual or persistent headaches, consult with your GP or medical professional immediately.
