Headaches and Stress: A Real Case at the Doctor's Office

  Characters: Dr. Martinez Ana , 23 years old, student Setting:  Doctor’s Office Dr. Martinez:  Good morning, Ana. What brings you here today? Ana:  Good morning, doctor. I've been having a terrible headache for the last five days, and it just won’t go away. Dr. Martinez:  I’m sorry to hear that. Can you describe the pain? Is it sharp, dull, or throbbing? Ana:  It's a throbbing pain, mostly on the right side of my head. Sometimes it gets worse when I’m exposed to light or noise. Dr. Martinez:  I see. Do you have any other symptoms? Fever, nausea, blurred vision? Ana:  Yes, I’ve felt a bit nauseous, and I had blurred vision yesterday. Dr. Martinez:  Have you had any recent stress or lack of sleep? Ana:  Yes, I’ve been very stressed with university exams, and I haven’t slept well in the past week. Dr. Martinez:  It sounds like a migraine, possibly triggered by st ress and lack of rest. I’ll prescribe some medication to relieve the pai...

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  As a student, I’ve gone through similar experiences. I used to suffer headaches during finals, thinking it was just tiredness. But once I started organizing my time, doing short meditation sessions, and drinking more water, the symptoms improved. Self-care and balance are the key.

  This conversation shows that headaches are not always caused by physical illness alone. Mental health plays a major role in our overall well-being. In Ana’s case, lack of rest and high academic pressure triggered the symptoms of a migraine. University students and professionals should be aware that poor sleep, dehydration, and stress are strong triggers. Migraines may also lead to loss of concentration, low academic performance, and anxiety.

  Have you ever felt like your head was going to explode during exams or stressful days? You're not alone. Stress-related headaches are common, especially among university students. In this blog, I share a real-life inspired conversation between a patient and a doctor. This case helps us understand the connection between mental health, lifestyle, and physical symptoms like migraines.