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1. Shard Calculation

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Calculated Shard: 145 (from laksa088)

2. Crawled Status Check

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa145.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.healthdigest.com/353167/what-it-really-means-when-you-wake-up-with-a-headache/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.healthdigest.com/353167/what-it-really-means-when-you-wake-up-with-a-headache/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

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There are a lot of reasons you might be waking up with a headache, and most of them are fairly innocuous and relatively easy to treat and prevent.\nLack of sleep can be the culprit behind your early morning headache: If you suffer from insomnia or another sleep disorder, waking up with a\nheadache\nis fairly normal. And waking up with an inexplicable headache often can be a sign that you might have an undiagnosed sleep disorder. It's a vicious cycle: \"Insomnia can cause tension headaches, which can make it harder to sleep, which can lead to more headaches,\" sleep medicine physician Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer told the\nCleveland Clinic\n. Sleep apnea can also be to blame.\nBut there could be a simpler explanation for your headache: A\nhangover\nor even mild dehydration can be to blame. If you went a little heavy on the drinks the night before, or you didn't drink enough hydrating fluids post-workout yesterday, your body might simply be dealing with the unfortunate effects of your choices several hours prior (via\nBustle\nand\nWebMD\n).\nHow should you handle a morning headache?\nShutterstock\nUnfortunately, if you're prone to\nmigraines\n, you may be more likely to wake up facing one in the morning as your body goes through the hormonal cascade associated with waking up. If you struggle with insomnia, you may be even more likely to wake up with the sharp pain caused by a migraine headache (via\nHealthline\n).\nLuckily, one of the common cures for a typical headache is caffeine, so feel free to sip your morning cup or two of coffee. Similarly, hydration is helpful, so especially if you think dehydration or a hangover could be the reason for your headache, having a big glass of water might work wonders. A light neck and head massage may help alleviate some of the tension as well, especially if your headache feels like it's more muscular in nature — you may have simply slept in an awkward position (via\nWebMD\n).\nIf headaches have become a regular morning occurrence, you may want to consult with your doctor, who could refer you to a sleep specialist in order to determine the cause and the best treatment option.","attrs_markdown":"[![Health Digest](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/img\/Health-Digest-Logo-RGB-Color.svg)](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/)\n\n- [Experts](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/experts\/)\n- [Health](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/health\/)\n  - [COVID](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/covid\/)\n  - [Dental Health](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/dental-health\/)\n  - [Health Conditions](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/health-conditions\/)\n  - [Aging](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/aging\/)\n  - [Symptoms](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/symptoms\/)\n  - [Skin](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/skin\/)\n  - [Sleep](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/sleep\/)\n  - [Mental Health](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/mental-health\/)\n  - [Medications](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/medications\/)\n  - [Procedures](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/procedures\/)\n  - [Weight Loss](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/weight-loss\/)\n- [Nutrition](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/nutrition\/)\n  - [Recipes](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/nutrition-recipes\/)\n  - [Dietary Essentials](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/dietary-essentials\/)\n  - [Lifestyle Diets](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/lifestyle-diets\/)\n- [Fitness](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/fitness\/)\n  - [Strength](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/strength\/)\n  - [Cardio](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/cardio\/)\n  - [Fitness Essentials](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/fitness-essentials\/)\n  - [Stretching](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/stretching\/)\n  - [Yoga](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/yoga\/)\n  - [Classes](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/classes\/)\n  - [Celebrity Workouts](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/celebrity-workouts\/)\n- [Relationships](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/relationships\/)\n  - [Love](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/relationships-love\/)\n  - [Marriage](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/marriage\/)\n  - [Parenting](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/parenting\/)\n- [Features](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/features\/)\n\n- [About](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/about\/)\n- [Editorial Policies](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/policies\/)\n- [Our Experts](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/our-experts\/)\n- [Privacy Policy](https:\/\/www.static.com\/healthdigest-privacy-policy)\n- [Terms of Use](https:\/\/www.static.com\/terms)\n\n© 2026 [Static Media](https:\/\/www.static.com\/). All Rights Reserved\n\n[![Health Digest](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/img\/Health-Digest-Logo-RGB-Color.svg)](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/)\n\n[![Health Digest](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/img\/Health-Digest-Icon-RGB-Color-Blue-Blue.svg)](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/)\n\nWhat It Really Means When You Wake Up With A Headache\n\n[Experts](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/experts\/) [Health](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/health\/) [Nutrition](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/nutrition\/) [Fitness](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/fitness\/) [Relationships](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/relationships\/) [Features](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/features\/)\n\n- [Health](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/health\/)\n- [Health Conditions](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/health-conditions\/)\n- [Headaches And Migraines](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/category\/headaches-and-migraines\/)\n# What It Really Means When You Wake Up With A Headache\nBy [Molly Hurford](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/author\/mollyhurford\/)\n\nUpdated: Jan. 25, 2023 4:19 pm EST\n\n![woman with headache in morning](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/img\/gallery\/what-it-really-means-when-you-wake-up-with-a-headache\/intro-1615473979.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nIf you've woken up with a splitting headache, a dull ache in the back of your skull, or a slight pinching just behind your eyes, you're not alone. There are a lot of reasons you might be waking up with a headache, and most of them are fairly innocuous and relatively easy to treat and prevent.\n\nLack of sleep can be the culprit behind your early morning headache: If you suffer from insomnia or another sleep disorder, waking up with a [headache](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/264610\/youre-probably-not-sleeping-enough-if-this-happens-to-your-body\/) is fairly normal. And waking up with an inexplicable headache often can be a sign that you might have an undiagnosed sleep disorder. It's a vicious cycle: \"Insomnia can cause tension headaches, which can make it harder to sleep, which can lead to more headaches,\" sleep medicine physician Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer told the [Cleveland Clinic](https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/waking-up-with-a-headache\/). Sleep apnea can also be to blame.\n\nBut there could be a simpler explanation for your headache: A [hangover](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/243341\/myths-about-hangovers-you-can-stop-believing\/) or even mild dehydration can be to blame. If you went a little heavy on the drinks the night before, or you didn't drink enough hydrating fluids post-workout yesterday, your body might simply be dealing with the unfortunate effects of your choices several hours prior (via *[Bustle](https:\/\/www.bustle.com\/p\/what-your-bodys-trying-to-tell-you-when-you-wake-up-dehydrated-13201177)* and [*WebMD*](https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/migraines-headaches\/why-wake-up-with-headache-morning)).\n\n## How should you handle a morning headache?\n![man with morning headache](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/img\/gallery\/what-it-really-means-when-you-wake-up-with-a-headache\/how-should-you-handle-a-morning-headache-1615473979.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nUnfortunately, if you're prone to [migraines](https:\/\/www.thelist.com\/59189\/tell-difference-headache-migraine\/), you may be more likely to wake up facing one in the morning as your body goes through the hormonal cascade associated with waking up. If you struggle with insomnia, you may be even more likely to wake up with the sharp pain caused by a migraine headache (via *[Healthline](https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/headache\/early-morning-headaches)*).\n\nLuckily, one of the common cures for a typical headache is caffeine, so feel free to sip your morning cup or two of coffee. Similarly, hydration is helpful, so especially if you think dehydration or a hangover could be the reason for your headache, having a big glass of water might work wonders. A light neck and head massage may help alleviate some of the tension as well, especially if your headache feels like it's more muscular in nature — you may have simply slept in an awkward position (via [*WebMD*](https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/migraines-headaches\/5-ways-to-get-rid-of-headache)).\n\nIf headaches have become a regular morning occurrence, you may want to consult with your doctor, who could refer you to a sleep specialist in order to determine the cause and the best treatment option.\n## Recommended","attrs_readable_markdown":"![woman with headache in morning](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/img\/gallery\/what-it-really-means-when-you-wake-up-with-a-headache\/intro-1615473979.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nIf you've woken up with a splitting headache, a dull ache in the back of your skull, or a slight pinching just behind your eyes, you're not alone. There are a lot of reasons you might be waking up with a headache, and most of them are fairly innocuous and relatively easy to treat and prevent.\n\nLack of sleep can be the culprit behind your early morning headache: If you suffer from insomnia or another sleep disorder, waking up with a [headache](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/264610\/youre-probably-not-sleeping-enough-if-this-happens-to-your-body\/) is fairly normal. And waking up with an inexplicable headache often can be a sign that you might have an undiagnosed sleep disorder. It's a vicious cycle: \"Insomnia can cause tension headaches, which can make it harder to sleep, which can lead to more headaches,\" sleep medicine physician Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer told the [Cleveland Clinic](https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/waking-up-with-a-headache\/). Sleep apnea can also be to blame.\n\nBut there could be a simpler explanation for your headache: A [hangover](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/243341\/myths-about-hangovers-you-can-stop-believing\/) or even mild dehydration can be to blame. If you went a little heavy on the drinks the night before, or you didn't drink enough hydrating fluids post-workout yesterday, your body might simply be dealing with the unfortunate effects of your choices several hours prior (via *[Bustle](https:\/\/www.bustle.com\/p\/what-your-bodys-trying-to-tell-you-when-you-wake-up-dehydrated-13201177)* and [*WebMD*](https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/migraines-headaches\/why-wake-up-with-headache-morning)).\n\n## How should you handle a morning headache?\n![man with morning headache](https:\/\/www.healthdigest.com\/img\/gallery\/what-it-really-means-when-you-wake-up-with-a-headache\/how-should-you-handle-a-morning-headache-1615473979.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nUnfortunately, if you're prone to [migraines](https:\/\/www.thelist.com\/59189\/tell-difference-headache-migraine\/), you may be more likely to wake up facing one in the morning as your body goes through the hormonal cascade associated with waking up. If you struggle with insomnia, you may be even more likely to wake up with the sharp pain caused by a migraine headache (via *[Healthline](https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/headache\/early-morning-headaches)*).\n\nLuckily, one of the common cures for a typical headache is caffeine, so feel free to sip your morning cup or two of coffee. Similarly, hydration is helpful, so especially if you think dehydration or a hangover could be the reason for your headache, having a big glass of water might work wonders. A light neck and head massage may help alleviate some of the tension as well, especially if your headache feels like it's more muscular in nature — you may have simply slept in an awkward position (via [*WebMD*](https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/migraines-headaches\/5-ways-to-get-rid-of-headache)).\n\nIf headaches have become a regular morning occurrence, you may want to consult with your doctor, who could refer you to a sleep specialist in order to determine the cause and the best treatment option.","meta_canonical":null}

3. Robots.txt Check

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4. Spam/Ban Check

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5. Seen Status Check

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INDEXABLE

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CRAWLED

23 hours ago

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Boilerpipe Text	Shutterstock If you've woken up with a splitting headache, a dull ache in the back of your skull, or a slight pinching just behind your eyes, you're not alone. There are a lot of reasons you might be waking up with a headache, and most of them are fairly innocuous and relatively easy to treat and prevent. Lack of sleep can be the culprit behind your early morning headache: If you suffer from insomnia or another sleep disorder, waking up with a headache is fairly normal. And waking up with an inexplicable headache often can be a sign that you might have an undiagnosed sleep disorder. It's a vicious cycle: "Insomnia can cause tension headaches, which can make it harder to sleep, which can lead to more headaches," sleep medicine physician Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer told the Cleveland Clinic . Sleep apnea can also be to blame. But there could be a simpler explanation for your headache: A hangover or even mild dehydration can be to blame. If you went a little heavy on the drinks the night before, or you didn't drink enough hydrating fluids post-workout yesterday, your body might simply be dealing with the unfortunate effects of your choices several hours prior (via Bustle and WebMD ). How should you handle a morning headache? Shutterstock Unfortunately, if you're prone to migraines , you may be more likely to wake up facing one in the morning as your body goes through the hormonal cascade associated with waking up. If you struggle with insomnia, you may be even more likely to wake up with the sharp pain caused by a migraine headache (via Healthline ). Luckily, one of the common cures for a typical headache is caffeine, so feel free to sip your morning cup or two of coffee. Similarly, hydration is helpful, so especially if you think dehydration or a hangover could be the reason for your headache, having a big glass of water might work wonders. A light neck and head massage may help alleviate some of the tension as well, especially if your headache feels like it's more muscular in nature — you may have simply slept in an awkward position (via WebMD ). If headaches have become a regular morning occurrence, you may want to consult with your doctor, who could refer you to a sleep specialist in order to determine the cause and the best treatment option.
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All Rights Reserved [![Health Digest](https://www.healthdigest.com/img/Health-Digest-Logo-RGB-Color.svg)](https://www.healthdigest.com/) [![Health Digest](https://www.healthdigest.com/img/Health-Digest-Icon-RGB-Color-Blue-Blue.svg)](https://www.healthdigest.com/) What It Really Means When You Wake Up With A Headache [Experts](https://www.healthdigest.com/category/experts/) [Health](https://www.healthdigest.com/category/health/) [Nutrition](https://www.healthdigest.com/category/nutrition/) [Fitness](https://www.healthdigest.com/category/fitness/) [Relationships](https://www.healthdigest.com/category/relationships/) [Features](https://www.healthdigest.com/category/features/) - [Health](https://www.healthdigest.com/category/health/) - [Health Conditions](https://www.healthdigest.com/category/health-conditions/) - [Headaches And Migraines](https://www.healthdigest.com/category/headaches-and-migraines/) # What It Really Means When You Wake Up With A Headache By [Molly Hurford](https://www.healthdigest.com/author/mollyhurford/) Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 4:19 pm EST ![woman with headache in morning](https://www.healthdigest.com/img/gallery/what-it-really-means-when-you-wake-up-with-a-headache/intro-1615473979.jpg) Shutterstock If you've woken up with a splitting headache, a dull ache in the back of your skull, or a slight pinching just behind your eyes, you're not alone. There are a lot of reasons you might be waking up with a headache, and most of them are fairly innocuous and relatively easy to treat and prevent. Lack of sleep can be the culprit behind your early morning headache: If you suffer from insomnia or another sleep disorder, waking up with a [headache](https://www.healthdigest.com/264610/youre-probably-not-sleeping-enough-if-this-happens-to-your-body/) is fairly normal. And waking up with an inexplicable headache often can be a sign that you might have an undiagnosed sleep disorder. It's a vicious cycle: "Insomnia can cause tension headaches, which can make it harder to sleep, which can lead to more headaches," sleep medicine physician Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer told the [Cleveland Clinic](https://health.clevelandclinic.org/waking-up-with-a-headache/). Sleep apnea can also be to blame. But there could be a simpler explanation for your headache: A [hangover](https://www.healthdigest.com/243341/myths-about-hangovers-you-can-stop-believing/) or even mild dehydration can be to blame. If you went a little heavy on the drinks the night before, or you didn't drink enough hydrating fluids post-workout yesterday, your body might simply be dealing with the unfortunate effects of your choices several hours prior (via [Bustle](https://www.bustle.com/p/what-your-bodys-trying-to-tell-you-when-you-wake-up-dehydrated-13201177) and [WebMD](https://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/why-wake-up-with-headache-morning)). ## How should you handle a morning headache? ![man with morning headache](https://www.healthdigest.com/img/gallery/what-it-really-means-when-you-wake-up-with-a-headache/how-should-you-handle-a-morning-headache-1615473979.jpg) Shutterstock Unfortunately, if you're prone to [migraines](https://www.thelist.com/59189/tell-difference-headache-migraine/), you may be more likely to wake up facing one in the morning as your body goes through the hormonal cascade associated with waking up. If you struggle with insomnia, you may be even more likely to wake up with the sharp pain caused by a migraine headache (via [Healthline](https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/early-morning-headaches)). Luckily, one of the common cures for a typical headache is caffeine, so feel free to sip your morning cup or two of coffee. Similarly, hydration is helpful, so especially if you think dehydration or a hangover could be the reason for your headache, having a big glass of water might work wonders. A light neck and head massage may help alleviate some of the tension as well, especially if your headache feels like it's more muscular in nature — you may have simply slept in an awkward position (via [WebMD](https://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/5-ways-to-get-rid-of-headache)). If headaches have become a regular morning occurrence, you may want to consult with your doctor, who could refer you to a sleep specialist in order to determine the cause and the best treatment option. ## Recommended
Readable Markdown	![woman with headache in morning](https://www.healthdigest.com/img/gallery/what-it-really-means-when-you-wake-up-with-a-headache/intro-1615473979.jpg) Shutterstock If you've woken up with a splitting headache, a dull ache in the back of your skull, or a slight pinching just behind your eyes, you're not alone. There are a lot of reasons you might be waking up with a headache, and most of them are fairly innocuous and relatively easy to treat and prevent. Lack of sleep can be the culprit behind your early morning headache: If you suffer from insomnia or another sleep disorder, waking up with a [headache](https://www.healthdigest.com/264610/youre-probably-not-sleeping-enough-if-this-happens-to-your-body/) is fairly normal. And waking up with an inexplicable headache often can be a sign that you might have an undiagnosed sleep disorder. It's a vicious cycle: "Insomnia can cause tension headaches, which can make it harder to sleep, which can lead to more headaches," sleep medicine physician Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer told the [Cleveland Clinic](https://health.clevelandclinic.org/waking-up-with-a-headache/). Sleep apnea can also be to blame. But there could be a simpler explanation for your headache: A [hangover](https://www.healthdigest.com/243341/myths-about-hangovers-you-can-stop-believing/) or even mild dehydration can be to blame. If you went a little heavy on the drinks the night before, or you didn't drink enough hydrating fluids post-workout yesterday, your body might simply be dealing with the unfortunate effects of your choices several hours prior (via [Bustle](https://www.bustle.com/p/what-your-bodys-trying-to-tell-you-when-you-wake-up-dehydrated-13201177) and [WebMD](https://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/why-wake-up-with-headache-morning)). ## How should you handle a morning headache? ![man with morning headache](https://www.healthdigest.com/img/gallery/what-it-really-means-when-you-wake-up-with-a-headache/how-should-you-handle-a-morning-headache-1615473979.jpg) Shutterstock Unfortunately, if you're prone to [migraines](https://www.thelist.com/59189/tell-difference-headache-migraine/), you may be more likely to wake up facing one in the morning as your body goes through the hormonal cascade associated with waking up. If you struggle with insomnia, you may be even more likely to wake up with the sharp pain caused by a migraine headache (via [Healthline](https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/early-morning-headaches)). Luckily, one of the common cures for a typical headache is caffeine, so feel free to sip your morning cup or two of coffee. Similarly, hydration is helpful, so especially if you think dehydration or a hangover could be the reason for your headache, having a big glass of water might work wonders. A light neck and head massage may help alleviate some of the tension as well, especially if your headache feels like it's more muscular in nature — you may have simply slept in an awkward position (via [WebMD](https://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/5-ways-to-get-rid-of-headache)). If headaches have become a regular morning occurrence, you may want to consult with your doctor, who could refer you to a sleep specialist in order to determine the cause and the best treatment option.
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