Frequent Headaches in Lagos?
Most Are Treatable: Some Need Urgent Assessment.

Name: Headache Migraine Treatment Lagos
Creator: Mascot Healthcare

Headaches are among the most common complaints in Lagos primary care. Most are benign (tension-type, migraine) but some indicate serious underlying conditions (hypertension, meningitis, increased intracranial pressure). At Mascot Healthcare, Akoka, we assess correctly and treat effectively. See prices.

💬 Book Consultation 📞 0816 586 6252

Blood pressure checkedMigraine treatment availableRed flag screeningWalk-in · Akoka, Lagos

⚠️ Seek emergency care immediately for: Sudden, severe "thunderclap" headache (worst headache of your life: may be subarachnoid haemorrhage); headache with neck stiffness and fever (meningitis); headache with visual disturbance, confusion, or weakness; headache after head injury. These are neurological emergencies.

Headache type	Features	Treatment
Tension-type (most common)	Bilateral, pressing/tightening, mild–moderate, no nausea	Paracetamol + ibuprofen; stress management
Migraine	Unilateral, pulsating, moderate–severe, nausea/vomiting, light sensitivity, lasts 4–72 hrs	Triptans (sumatriptan) + NSAIDs; preventers for frequent attacks
Hypertension headache	Occipital (back of head), early morning, associated with high blood pressure	Antihypertensive medication: essential
Cluster headache	Severe unilateral orbital pain, autonomic features (tearing, nasal discharge), in clusters	Specialist referral + oxygen therapy + triptan
Medication overuse headache	Daily or near-daily headache from regular painkiller use (>10 days/month)	Gradual analgesic withdrawal

Our Approach at Mascot Healthcare

Every patient who walks into Mascot Healthcare, Akoka receives a proper clinical assessment, not a guess and a prescription. We use evidence-based guidelines, up-to-date knowledge of Lagos-specific disease patterns, and appropriate investigations to ensure correct diagnosis and targeted treatment.

Full clinical history and examination
Appropriate investigations: blood tests, urine tests, swabs, or scans as indicated
Evidence-based treatment prescribed same visit
Follow-up plan and red flag advice
Specialist referral with written summary when needed

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How much does a consultation cost at Mascot Healthcare?

Current prices for a consultation at Mascot Healthcare in Akoka, Lagos are on our pricing page. The consultation includes the doctor's assessment, clinical examination, and a treatment prescription or referral on the same visit. Additional tests (blood tests, swabs, scans) are charged separately at standard laboratory rates.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes, for consultations and scans: we see patients by appointment only and do not accept walk-ins for these. Book online, call 0816 586 6252 or WhatsApp 0903 185 8761. Lab tests are walk-in, Monday to Saturday, 9AM–5PM.