So, since evidently im toughing it out (even worse today after shoveling all morning) wether its the right thing to do or not.

Anyone have any tips on what I should do for this headpain? Something I can buy at the pharmacy, dr told me ibuprofen was a bad idea to be taking. Or any sort of massage I could do or have my wife do? Its totally intolerable at this point, and I feel like an 80 year old man because now the headaches are pounding so hard that it stops me dead in my tracks. Any tips or suggestions on what I should do would be helpful.

Mark, I know you said this wouldnt cause permanent damage, but are you sure? I was hoping it would be getting better as the days go on, but obviously as you can read my whiny posts, its getting worse. Just nervous that im not severely hurting my brain for the future.