Two days post op TT and woke up with a horrible headache. Is this normal and is there anything else I can do?

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I’ve been taking Percocet every 6-7hrs as directed after my TT two days ago and woke up with a horrible headache. Is this normal and is there anything I can do?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

This could possibly related to anesthesia.  In any case it is best to make your surgeon aware.  In addition to medication you may want to keep the room dark, stay hydrated, and use heat or cold compresses on the head.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello. Great question. Headaches can occur after surgery. Keep following your surgeon's post op instructions.

Mark Eberbach, MD · Answer

This is really common after surgery. Caffeine withdrawal, usually. Drink a beverage with some caffeine and you may find relief.

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