India, June 8 -- The brain, being the control centre of the body, is arguably one of the most important organs. Thus, any disorder related to it often causes instant alarm. Despite headaches being a common sensation for nearly every person, when they become a regular event, the mind can jump to the worst-case scenario: brain tumour.

"In reality, most recurrent headaches are migraines, but the overlap in symptoms can make the distinction confusing," Dr Luv Bansal, senior consultant neurologist at Yashoda Medicity, told HT Lifestyle ahead of World Brain Tumour Day 2026. "Clinically, however, the two conditions differ in pattern, progression, and neurological impact in ways that are usually quite consistent."

He went on to highlight the di...