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Adolescents and Headaches
The adolescent years involve many physical and emotional changes, both of which may trigger or coincide with headaches. It's important to receive treatment now to…...
Epileptic Attacks and Migraine
Epileptics have an increased likelihood of suffering from migraines and treatment must address both disorders. Research is promising for drugs that can simultaneously…...
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Headaches
People with fibromyalgia are also likely to suffer from chronic and the pain can be compounded by depression and anxiety. Talk to your doctor about treating all of…...
Head Injury: Signs That There Could Be Brain Damage
A minor fall or blow to the head can cause a brain injury that is potentially fatal. All head injuries need to be carefully monitored....
Headache and Migraine Relief During Pregnancy
Headaches are common during pregnancy, with migraines being particularly painful. Identifying triggers and then treating migraines with natural methods such as yoga…...
Headaches and Iron Deficiency
Iron deficiency can cause headaches. If your doctor determines that your iron deficiency is the source of your headaches, you may require supplementation....
Headaches and Migraines in Women
Women have specialized needs for headache and migraine treatment. Hormones, oral contraception and unique stressful factors must be taken into account when devising a…...
Headaches in Children
Children require a unique approach to headache pain. Headaches may be primary or secondary and may be prevented by reducing stress, eating a healthy diet and avoiding…...
Headaches in People Over 50
Adults over age fifty have different headache patterns than younger people. Treatment needs to address the other conditions that may be present and a full medical…...
Migraines and Menopause
Menopause is a time of significant emotional changes for women, which can affect migraine headache patterns. HRT and phytoestrogens may be helpful but should be…...
Thyroid Disease and Headaches
Thyroid disease involves over or under-stimulation of the thyroid gland and can intensify headache patterns. If your headaches are a symptom of thyroid disease,…...
Vertigo and Migraines
Vertigo is characterized by dizziness and may occur as a symptom of migraines, in conjunction with migraines or independently of them. Your doctor can provide a…...