What can I try besides pain relievers for constant headache?

Posted by heminhaw @heminhaw, Oct 7 8:21am

I was sick a few months ago with something viral or maybe bacterial (my Dr couldn’t tell) but it was like the flu. Whatever that illness was it has left me with a constant debilitating headache, I can’t sleep at all some nights. I can’t take pain relievers anymore because they don’t work and I took them for so long I need to wean off of them. While my doctors try diff meds what recommendations does the group have for other interventions? It’s such quality of life issue.

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linda82 | @linda82 | Nov 1 7:29pm

I use peppermint oil and lavender essential oils
Mainly peppermint oil and lavender essential oils if really bad.

I buy and mix my own.
I put into the little glass jars with the metal roller at the end. And apply to nap of my neck. Just be careful not to get in your eyes! Make sure you have a transfer oil because it will irritate the skin. I mix mine with coconut oil or almond oil.