What does a dehydration headache feel like?

What does a dehydration headache feel like?

Pain from a dehydration headache can range from mild to severe. You may feel pain all over your head or in just one spot, such as the back, front or side. The pain is usually like a dull ache, but it can also be sharp.

You may have a throbbing (pounding) headache, or the pain might be constant. The pain might get worse when you bend over, shake your head or move around.

Other dehydration symptoms usually occur along with headache pain. These include:

• Dark urine (pee) and a decreased need to urinate.
• Dizziness and confusion.
• Dry mouth.
• Fatigue.
• Heat cramps (muscle cramps).
• Loss of appetite.
• Passing out or fainting (syncope). This happens in severe cases of dehydration.
• Intense thirst (although you may not feel thirsty at all).
• If your child has a headache along with signs of dehydration, call your healthcare provider right away. Symptoms of dehydration in babies and children include fewer trips to the bathroom (or fewer wet diapers), pale skin and weakness or lethargy. It’s essential to get medical help immediately.