1. Treat Symptoms Have the person rest in a cool, dark room. Apply a cool compress or ice pack to the painful area. Massage the scalp. Give acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) for pain.
2. When to Seek Medical Help See a health care provider if the headache persists or recurs. See a health care provider immediately or go to a hospital emergency room for a headache with stiff neck, vomiting, or numbness or weakness in limbs or if the person has trouble speaking.
3. Follow Up If you seek medical help: The health care provider will do an exam and may recommend treatment or lifestyle changes to prevent migraines.
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