I usually have 1-2 cans of red bull a day. the last two days i've had none and now have a really bad headache that wont go away. Is it possible that this is some sort of withdrawal from the red bull? This must sound kinda weird like red bull is some sort of narcotic. But i can't think of anything else that may be causing this headache.
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Red Bull has a natural form of caffiene in it and caffiene is definitely addictive.  Your symptoms are because of your caffiene withdrawal.  Caffiene is definitely a drug -- it's a stimulant.  Your body is reacting to the withdrawal of this stimulant that it has become use to.
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my guess is concerta. that's what you're on?\nme too! (or at least, i'm suppose to...long story, i need to get my prescription filled)\ni noticed i got hungry a hour or two later then i did before. and my doctor said that most kids on concerta don't eat much while the medicines working (at school for lunch they usually don't eat much more then a bag of ships and a coke.)\nalso, when they uped my dosage of concerta from like 36 to 54, i got horrible headaches (And even though i am no longer on the higher dosage of concerta, they believe that the meds might have caused it.)\nthe headaches started the day i first used the higher dosage. \nthey are still investigating to see if i'm getting migrane headaches (highly unlikely for my age, but i ahve a family history of it) or if the meds caused it. \ni hope i helped!
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You drink too much to quit cold turkey. I was the same way but with coffee all through out the day. For starters, keep the coffee in the morning but switch to something other than pop. It's horrible for every aspect of your body. Try tea. Even ones with caffeine still have way less than coffee. There is also half caff coffee. Dabble a little bit first to find something else you like. I like ginseng green tea. I found the more I drink the better I feel. As for the headaches, you shouldn't get any if you still drink things with caffeine but the amount is less. If you do get a headache, invest in some gourmet chocolate. I have found that Dove is the best. I can have one piece and savor it. It does work.If you want to quit cold turkey, you'll have to deal with headaches no matter what just because you consume so much of it. Sometimes drinking caffeine free will work because you are still drinking the same thing and your mind doesn't know the difference.For really bad headaches, lay down on your left side. It slows blood pressure so your head doesn't throb as much. What I'm trying to say is find what works best for you. I would try some caffeine and some caffeine free. Cutting down will make a big difference too. You may find that you don't really need it when you find something you really like with no caffeine.
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Hormones. Don't ya love em? Maybe yours dropped a lot this month....or increased a lot. More than usual. Each month there's a increase and a decrease in hormones. This is what causes cravings, headaches, body aches, bloating.....\n\nHope you start to feel better soon.
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I don't know all the factors that lead to it so I might not be right. I've had neck pain before because I kept cracking my neck. The more I did it, the more I wanted to do it becasue it felt good. Then it started hurting really bad so I stopped. Another reason, and most likely, is that you have not been getting enough water and, believe it or not, sugar. Not caffeine, you need sugar and water. If you get that headachey feeling when you get up after lying down for a while and your head hurts, then you need more sugar and water. The water should reduce your fever and if you have some vitamins it should help even more. The sugar is for your headaches. Caffeine often "battles" with your head because you try to stay up longer while your body tries to sleep. Headaches are the side-effects of coffee for sure! Sugar, as in fruit sugar and not chocolate sugar, if used as the quick energy boost and can be used to help repair and relieve pain very quickly, but it can't be stored in the body for long, so eat lots of fruit!\nSo in the end, the one thing I'm gonna prescribe to you is an orange. Eat one or two a day and you will get all teh water, vitamins, and suagr you will need. If it doesn't help, call a real doctor.
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Depends on what's causing the headache.  Try massage, meditation (including running, tai chi, meditation, yoga, or anything that requires your attention but not your intense concentration) sleep or food (avoide caffeine because it constricts the blood vessels and make it so you can't sleep).  If that doesn't work, the cause may be biochemical... see your doc.
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You should be ok, considering you only blacked out for a second or two, dont quit the sport if its your passion! But Im a manager for our schools basketball team, and the guys get banged up all the time, trust me, you'll be okay! Just rest for a day if thats what you feel you need, but if a headache keeps coming, then you should go to the doctor.
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It could be a number of things...Tension Type Headaches (TTH), Migraine disease, Chronic Daily Headache (CDH), Medication Overuse Headache (MOH)...\n\nSince it occurs whether your are studying or not, you may want to keep a diary to see what the possible culprit(s) could be.    Things to track are the weather, your menstrual cycle or hormonal changes, hunger, the foods you eat( such as cheese, chocolate, nuts, bananas, etc.), the medications you take, sleeping too little, sleeping too much, irregular sleep, odors...and the list goes on.\n\nTaking paracetamol or any analgesic more than 2 or 3 DAYS a week can cause Medication Overuse Headache (aka Rebound).  Stopping it is the only way to stop the head pain.\n\nIf it continues you need to see a Headache Specialist.  If it gets severe, you may want to go to the ER.
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Yes, caffeine is one of thhe most addictive substances and the typical symptom when you cut it off is headache.  If you want to stop, go gradually.  Think three weeks, decreasing a half a cup every few days.  Then, you'll be fine.  And avoid other sources of caffeine like tea or soda.
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Exercise, run, yoga, meditation, get a punching bag to punch.  \nIf you drink coffee, tea or cola--best to switch to the decaffeinated kind (gradually, so you don't get caffeine withdrawal).  \nEat less sugar, and note that chocolate has both caffeine and sugar.\nYou really might want to phone the doctor about this--you may, or may not, need some medication.
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Demand a second opinion. Positive note I had similar symptoms for years rarely a day off. I had a brain scan, a EEG and other tests turns out I have hemiplegic migraines - very scary. I have an aura with mine - a bad taste often triggered by what I eat or smell. Gloss paint sends me off my legs for up to 2 weeks. I was investigated for having a stroke! Go back an see your Dr if symptoms don't improve and demand further tests! Have allergy/ sensitivity tests done, mine showed my triggers as being corn, melon, larger etc. I changed my diet and took FEVER FEW natural health supps and have made a fantastic recovery, with the occasional relapse. I f your symptoms are new to you and you have had no further investigations than a DR appointment, go back and demand more. Take a friend or relative with you if your reluctant to push the issue. You only have one life - enjoy it. Luv J xx
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smoking, stimulants (caffine), and lots of sugar can cause headaches.  Drinking alot of water and exercise regularly can help your body get rid of those extra toxins.\n\nIf it is really serious GOTO A DOCTOR.  if its not, try exercising and eating healthier
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i don't think it's the "coffee" itself.  you are more likley addicted to the caffine.  ease your way off.  have a half cup of coffee a day.  or have tea with caffine.  have another beverage with caffine in it.  but watch out...cuz i stopped having coffee one time and i had the wickedest head ache in the after noon.  cuz i was so used to the caffine.
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Yep I get a massive migraine after drinking alcohol.  I think it shuts something in my system down.  It's just not good to everyone.
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if you get a headache without caffeine, you're probably having caffeine withdrawal symptoms.\n\nSee, things that trigger migraine, aside from lack of sleep and stress - would be caffeine.  We advice patients not to drink too much caffeine-containing drinks, like coffee, tea, sodas and chocolates.  They trigger migraines.  Aside from that, avoid smoking and alcoholic beverages like beer, gins, vodkas, and the likes.  They main only get to to sleep, but you'll wake up even having more headache.\n\nAtivan may help you a lot.  I'll ask you to do a simple test.  try to feel the muscles at the back of your neck, and your shoulders.  Then try the same to your other friends who doesn't have headache like yours.  If your muscles are harder that others, you're probably also having a tension headache, aside from concomittant migraine.  I advise a muscle relaxant, like myonal, or what your PCP neurologist can recommend.\n\nTrust your doctor.  When working hand-in-hand you both will find a solution to your migraine...
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I used to drink a large number of diet sodas containing aspartame daily. I noticed that I was getting pounding headaches and would just take medicine to help.... I also heard about the other negative side effects of aspartame consumption and decided to switch to drinking water and drinks w/ splenda only. I haven't had a headache in months and feel much better overall. Also, I don't get the craving to eat carbs, sweets, etc. anymore.\n\nI would recommend not drinking liquids containing aspartame just to be on the safe side.
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I suffer from a couple migraines about once every month.\n\nWhile the exact cause of migraine is not known, most experts agree that migraine pain is caused by swollen blood vessels around the brain and certain nerves in the brain. However, certain "triggers" may bring on an attack. The most common are: \n\nFatigue - from too much physical activity, lack of sleep, or too much sleep \n\nStress - periods during or after stressful situations \n\nSome foods and beverages - particularly foods containing nitrites or monosodium glutamate (MSG); foods and beverages containing aspartame, an artificial sweetener; chocolate; aged cheeses; and alcoholic drinks \n\nCaffeine withdrawal - caused by dramatically cutting back or stopping your caffeine intake altogether. Common foods containing caffeine are coffee, tea, and some soft drinks. \n\nMenstruation - relating to changes in hormone levels at the time of a woman's period \n\n\nhttp://www.webmd.com/content/article/96/103883.htm