What to do if children have a headache

Headaches in children are quite common in our lives, mainly caused by colds and fevers. Mothers need to pay attention to keeping their babies warm and improving their body resistance. Children who often sit in front of computers and read books may also suffer from migraine symptoms, which require mothers to properly massage their children's heads to relieve the symptoms. Let’s look at some treatments for headaches in children.

What causes headaches in children?

There are many reasons for children's headaches, including colds, rhinitis, otitis media, hypertension, central nervous system infections and other diseases. Headaches are also related to the living habits of modern children. Watching TV, playing computer, or doing homework or reading for a long time can cause eye muscle fatigue and high mental tension. Incorrect sitting posture when doing homework can also cause neck muscle tension, thus causing headaches in children. Usually, we should pay attention to children not overusing their eyes, which is beneficial for preventing myopia and headaches.

What are some ways to relieve headaches?

1. Chili pepper. Studies have found that dropping a small amount of capsaicin into the nasal cavity can effectively relieve headaches. At home, plugging your nostrils with chili peppers can have the same effect.

2. Drink tea or coffee. Caffeine can increase the effectiveness of pain relievers. Studies show that caffeine relieves headaches half an hour faster than painkillers.

3. Massage. Proper head massage can help relieve scalp tension and psychological stress. Stimulating nerve-rich pressure points helps improve circulation and relieve pain.

4. Stretching exercises. Stretching the neck and shoulder muscles can help relieve muscle tension and reduce headaches. Specific movements include trying to raise your head as much as possible and shrugging your shoulders.

In fact, many reasons can cause headaches in children, so when children have a headache, parents must not panic, but stay calm and take the child to a regular hospital for examination as soon as possible to see the specific cause. In addition, the editor also introduced several methods to relieve headaches. In an emergency, parents may wish to try them to relieve their children's headaches.