Can Elevated Blood Pressure Cause Headaches?

In most cases, high blood pressure does not cause headaches or nosebleeds. The best evidence indicates that high blood pressure does not cause headaches or nosebleeds, except in the case of hypertensive crisis, a medical emergency when blood pressure is 180/120 mm Hg or higher.

What does a headache feel like with high blood pressure?

According to a paper in the Iranian Journal of Neurology , headaches due to high blood pressure typically occur on both sides of the head. The headache pain tends to pulsate and often gets worse with physical activity.

How do you get rid of a high blood pressure headache?

Over-the-counter medicines like aspirin are common headache treatments. If you have high blood pressure, you should only take aspirin if your blood pressure is currently well managed. According to the Mayo Clinic, daily aspirin therapy is recommended for some people that are at higher risk of stroke.