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When a disease affects your nerves, joints or other, more
delicate parts of the body, a simple X-ray does not have the
ability to detect subtle changes that may indicate serious
disease. In these cases, a doctor often turns to magnetic
resonance imaging, MRI, to gain a detailed glimpse inside.
Here's what you need to know about getting an MRI.
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Can the ancient procedure of acupuncture help your headache as
much as modern drugs?
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Botox not only reduces wrinkles, it may also help prevent
frequent migraines. But is the popular cosmetic aid as good as
other medications for treating severe headaches?
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Severe headaches are not only a warning sign for stroke, they
may put you at risk for one, new research suggests. Learn how
to tell the symptoms of a migraine from a more serious medical
emergency.
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You've probably heard friends or family members complaining of
recurring sinus headaches. But new research suggests most of
these "sinus" headaches are actually a type of migraine
headache.
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The key in treating a headache successfully is uncovering what
kind of headache you have. And you don't have to be a
neurologist to begin classifying your headache.
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While some kids seem to suffer from headaches or stomach aches
at all-too-convenient times in hopes of avoiding school or
their piano lesion, some children suffer from migraine
headaches or abdominal migraines that leave them feeling like
they just want to lie down and sleep until the pain passes.
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While many people believe there are links between weather and
certain medical conditions, there has been little evidence to
prove it. But a study suggests that weather can be a trigger
for migraine headaches.
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The best way to avoid a hangover is to not drink too much. But
since most of us do find ourselves "over-served" at times,
we're always seeking more creative ways to prevent a hangover.
Find out what one study says about the prickly pear.
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Getting out of bed can be agony if you're not a morning
person, and it's even more challenging if you have a headache.
According to a recent study, about 1 in 13 people in suffer
from chronic morning headache.
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"I'll never drink again." It's a claim many of us have made
the morning after a debauched night while struggling to face
the daylight. Learn about what exactly causes hangover, and
how to cope.
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You might think that over-the-counter pain relievers are
harmless, but like any medication, they can potentially cause
serious side effects-especially if they are used improperly.
Learn about the dangers lurking in your medicine cabinet.
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Headaches are a common cause of suffering, but all headaches
are not created equal. There are many different causes of
headaches and, thus, many different treatments possible.
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We've all had cold symptoms that linger on for weeks, leaving
us wondering if we'll ever feel healthy again. Most of the
time it's just a bad cold caused by a virus, or allergies. But
nasal congestion that prevents the sinuses from draining
properly can create a perfect environment for a bacterial
infection and the development of sinusitis.
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There's probably not a person on the planet who hasn't had at
least one headache in their lifetime. In most cases, a
headache is a minor and passing problem, but more than 45
million Americans have recurring headaches and 28 million have
migraines. But are people needlessly suffering from their
headache disorders?
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Is your headache pounding, constant or periodic? Does it cause
vision problems or effect your daily routine? Discovering what
type of headache you have is the first step to appropriate
treatment.
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Headache patients arrive to the doctor with a variety of
concerns in addition to their head pain. Effective diagnosis
and management of headache may only occur after a careful
assessment of the specific needs of the individual patient. It
is essential that the clinician remember that we are treating
people and not merely pain.
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Some headaches are "triggered" or directly caused by something
else. It may be a smell, stress or hormonal changes causing
the pain. Discovering your trigger can help stop the ache.
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Dr. Richard I. Lappin describes various types of headaches and
their possible implications.
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Despite regular use of pain relievers for migraines, you
suffer from headaches each and every day. Sometimes your
prudent use of painkillers may actually be making your
headache worse.
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If you have chronic headaches and your headache medication
only seem to make things worse, you may be suffering from
"rebound headache." The condition results from overuse of
drugs like aspirin, barbiturates, and ergotamine. But how much
is too much?
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Alternative therapies can relax the mind and body, and many
time alleviate headaches. Here is a list of alternative
treatments you can try.
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We are beginning to understand the role of non-drug therapies
to assist patients with headache. These therapies, like
hypnosis, can significantly impact headache treatment.
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Headaches are one of the most common reasons people seek
medical help. And migraines are often the cultprit. Here's
what you need to know.
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Recent work has shown that there is a wide-range of side
effects from migraines. Some of these side effects, like
vision problems, can be more worrisome than the migraine
itself.
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Dr. Allan Purdy discusses the treatment of migraine headaches,
provides insights into treating the symptoms, and encourages
prevention of migraine headaches.
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Many new medications have been approved for the treatment of
migraines. How do they work? And will any help your headaches?
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Anyone
who suffers from headaches knows they can put a damper on everyday
life. But not all headaches are alike. Learn what type of headache you
have.
