Headaches (Children and adolescents)

At Hemi, we have a pediatrician specializing in headaches and migraines. Below, you will find articles on headaches in children and adolescents, covering causes, symptoms, and potential treatments.

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Headaches and migraines in children and adolescents

Headaches don't just affect adults – they are also a widespread problem among children and adolescents. When headaches become a recurring part of daily life, they can have a major impact on schooling, leisure activities, and social relationships. It is a situation that can be frustrating and stressful for both the child and the family.

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Headaches in children and adolescents — what is normal, and when should you take action?

Around 55,000 children in Denmark live with migraines. In addition, many others regularly experience tension headaches.

When headaches become recurring, they often affect school attendance, leisure time, and social relationships. The two most common types of headaches in children and adolescents are migraines, which affect approximately 7% of children between 6 and 17 years old, and tension headaches, which up to one in five school-aged children experience regularly.