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Nausea and Headache

March 29, 2012

An overwhelming 92 percent of migraineurs experience nausea during a migraine attack. Learn more about headache and nausea.

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Traumatic Brain Injury Among Children

March 26, 2012

More than 500,000 children and adolescents visit hospitals for TBI in the U.S. every year. Almost half of children with mild TBIs end up with headaches months later.

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From the Dietitian: Chocolate and Headaches

March 22, 2012

When it comes to chocolate and headache, remember that it’s safe—in small amounts.

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Maybe Your Nerves Are Just Trapped?

March 19, 2012

The greater occipital nerves reach from the spine through the neck to the top of the head. Irritation of these nerves can cause aching, tingling or shooting pain (or neuralgia) in the neck or scalp or toward the eye.

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The 10 Headaches You Can't Ignore

March 15, 2012

Sometimes, a headache can be treated with a dose of pain medication and a little relaxation. Other times, it’s a sign of a serious and potentially life-threatening problem. If you have one of these 10 headaches, see a physician.

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The Anxiety Headache

March 12, 2012

The relationship between anxiety and headache is bidirectional—headache can cause anxiety, anxiety can cause headache. Learn more.

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Migraine With Aura Linked to High Cholesterol

March 8, 2012

Research shows a connection between this migraine with aura and elevated levels of lipids, particularly cholesterol and triglycerides.

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Allergy and Sinus Headaches: Fact or Fiction?

March 5, 2012

They’re common terms in our society: allergy headache, sinus headache. But do these conditions actually exist? You may be surprised.

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Medication Overuse and Rebound Headaches

March 1, 2012

It might be tempting to take more medication than you’ve been prescribed. But it’s important to be aware that taking medication too often can actually cause new headaches.

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Smoking and Headache

February 27, 2012

Tobacco and smoke are known contributors to migraine and headache.

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From the Dietitian: Caffeine for Headache?

February 24, 2012

Is caffeine good or bad for headache? It’s best to consult with your headache specialist who can determine the appropriate treatment for your specific condition. But here are some general guidelines.

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Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome and Migraine

February 20, 2012

The majority of people who suffer from postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome are women ages 15 to 50 and is often associated with hormonal changes or traumas. In some cases, POTS only occurs during a migraine attack.

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What Is Silent Migraine?

February 16, 2012

It has a provocative name, but essentially silent migraine (also called “acephalic migraine”) is just migraine symptoms without the head pain.

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Valentine's Day Special: Migraine and Your Love Life

February 13, 2012

Migraineurs often report having to miss out on family events and special occasions due to their pain. So it follows that a migraineur’s love life must also pose its challenges.

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Migraine and Irritable Bowel Syndrome

February 9, 2012

It’s not the most appealing of topics. But irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a very real concern for some migraineurs.

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Sleep Apnea and Headache

February 6, 2012

Not surprisingly, sleep apnea leads to fatigue, and sometimes it’s associated with headache. But the reason for the association with headache is tricky.

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10 Ways to Block Out Light

February 2, 2012

Migraine is often accompanied by sensitivity to light, particularly flickering light. Here are 10 tricks of the trade you can use to block out light.

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Super Bowl Special: Football and Migraines

January 30, 2012

Football players must be on the lookout for painful headaches as well. Athletes can experience several types of headaches as a result of activity.

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The Thunderclap Headache

January 26, 2012

Some researchers say the thunderclap headache is a warning sign of an impending rupture of an aneurysm or an aneurysm has ruptured. Other possible causes include brain infections, blood clots, leakage of spinal fluid and brain tumor.

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Register for a Live Chat on Cluster Headache

January 23, 2012

Register for a live chat with Frederick G. Freitag, DO, on the subject of cluster headache.

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Migraine Movies

January 20, 2012

The headache disorder that’s caused so much pain for so many is the star of two new films.

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Guest Post: My Journey to Migraine Diagnosis

January 6, 2012

Guest blogger Annabelle Favet describes her journey to a diagnosis of basilar migraine.

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Should You Drive with Migraine?

January 3, 2012

The pain of a migraine can leave migraineurs completely impaired and unable to sit up. Driving with migraine could put you in danger.

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Ice Pack vs. Heating Pad for Headache Relief

December 30, 2011

Should you use heat or ice to relieve headache? It likely depends on the type of headache you have and your body’s response. Heat may help. Cold may help. Both may help. Consider the facts.

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Study: Headache is Most Common Chronic Pain in Children

December 26, 2011

According to a new study, chronic (recurrent) pain is also common among children. And the most common type of chronic pain is headache.

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Laugh With Us: Headache Comics

December 9, 2011

While migraine and headache are nothin to laugh at, comedy may be one of the best medicines.

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Dental Conditions and Headache

December 5, 2011

Surprisingy enough, a trip to the dentist may be a step in the right direction to reduce your head pain.

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Do Energy Efficient Light Bulbs Cause Headache?

November 28, 2011

"Going Green" is a noble cause…but could it negatively impact your head health?

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Survey: Migraineurs Would Do Anything for Pain Relief

November 25, 2011

A new survey found that migraineurs would be willing to “give up something they value for an entire year in exchange for never having to suffer another migraine.”

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Quick Guide to Keeping a Migraine or Headache Diary

November 18, 2011

Every headache sufferer can benefit from knowing what triggers his or her pain and when it might come back. By keeping a diary, you can do just that.

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Tyramine in Food Could Cause Headache

November 14, 2011

Tyramine is an ingredient in many different foods that has been known as to be a trigger for many head ache sufferers. Learn more about what it is, where you can find it, and how to avoid it.

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Tori Spelling and Postpartum Migraine

November 10, 2011

Spelling’s case is an example of the hormonal changes that occur after giving birth and the impact they can have on migraine. Incidence of postpartum migraine is estimated at anywhere from 4.5 percent to 38 percent, depending on the study.

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Aura and Migraine: Smells, Spots and Signals

November 7, 2011

Do you see flashing lights or smell a scent that isn’t really in the air shortly before you get a migraine? Then learn more about what this warning sign, known as an aura, really is.

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The Connection Between Headache and MSG

November 4, 2011

Since MSG is in so many different foods, we thought it would be a good idea to give you a complete run down on what it is, how it affects you and where you can find it.

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Find Your Food Trigger: Keep a Diet Diary

October 28, 2011

To pin down those pesky food triggers and prevent your next headache or migraine, keep a journal of everything you eat.

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3D Movies and Headache Pain

October 24, 2011

3D movies and TVs are a new source of entertainment, but what does this mean for your headache?

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Heart Condition and Migraine? Beware the Triptans

October 17, 2011

Many head ache sufferers use Triptans as a common pain relief medication. But, did you know that if you have a heart condition, using them can be dangerous to your health?

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Aspirin vs. Triptan for Migraine Prevention

October 10, 2011

When your head is pounding and you feel a migraine building, but you’re not sure yet how intense it will get, should you take an aspirin or a triptan?

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Reading on Your Cell Phone Could Cause Migraine

October 6, 2011

If you are reading this article on your smart phone, then stop.

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