periodic headache

Last reviewed 01/2018

Possible causes of periodic headaches include:

  • migraine
  • migrainous neuralgia
  • headache due to hypertension
  • cervical spondylosis may cause neck and occipital headache
  • glaucoma is a rare cause of frontal headaches
  • carotid artery disease may cause headache or pain in the neck over the vessel if it occludes
  • severe headache associated with sexual intercourse
  • sinusitis can cause pain over the cheek or frontal region