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Types and triggers

• Tension - triggered by stress, they cause a constant pressure or a dull ache that affects the entire head.
• Cluster - causes are unknown, but they occur in "clusters" with pain lasting 15 minutes to three hours, limited to one side of the head.
• Sinus - triggered by bacteria, they occur after a cold, along with a runny or stuffy nose.
• Migraines - triggered by hormonal changes, certain foods or beverages, strong odours, lack of sleep, concussion, and stress, the pain can be severe, even debilitating.

Types of back pain

• Muscle spasms - occur when any part of the back is irritated, and are often an attempt by the body to protect a sore back. Muscle spasms also occur when the spinal nerves are irritated or damaged.
• Herniated or prolapsed disc - occurs when the jelly-like material inside the disc either bulges out or bursts through the hard outer cartilage and presses on a nerve, causing pain. Usually gets worse over the course of a few days, then goes away after 4 to 6 weeks, but may continue as a dull, constant ache.
• Sciatica - characterized by buttock and leg pain, it occurs when a disc or bone spur presses on a spinal nerve. It usually gets worse over the first few days and can last up to several weeks.

Types and symptoms

• Osteoarthritis - causes stiffness on awakening or after rest, pain in a joint during or after use, swelling and a loss of flexibility, bony lumps that develop on the fingers, and a grinding sensation or creaking sound when the joint moves.
• Rheumatoid arthritis - caused by inflammation and thickening of the joint’s lining, called the synovium, the result is an abnormal immune response that destroys the body’s own tissues, with joints as the primary target.
• Gout - caused by crystal deposits within the joints, gout may be genetic, but it can also be triggered by excessive alcohol consumption, dehydration, obesity, protein-rich diets, trauma, high blood pressure and certain medications.

Types of abdominal pain

• Indigestion - triggered by eating too much, too quickly, it causes a heavy, full feeling, heartburn, or nausea.
• Constipation - triggered by a lack of fibre or hydration, it can cause cramping or a sensation of pressure.
• Food poisoning - caused by an infection from contaminated food or drinks, it can cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or a combination of all three.
• Appendicitis - located in the lower right side of your abdomen, appendicitis starts as an ache and gets more severe, sometimes with nausea or fever.
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) - stress and certain foods trigger symptoms including cramps, bloating, constipation or diarrhea.

Symptoms

• Sore, red gums where the tooth is coming in
• Mild temperature (less than 38 degrees Celsius)
• Red cheeks or a rash on the face
• Difficulty sleeping
• Rubbing or tugging on their ears
• Drooling
• Constantly chewing on objects