All articles tagged with #migraines
Headaches and migraines are caused by stress-related changes in blood vessels and nerves around the brain, even though the brain itself doesn't feel pain. They can be triggered by factors like weather, sleep, hydration, and emotional stress. Treatment includes lifestyle changes, medication, and consulting a doctor for proper diagnosis and management.
A comprehensive international study highlights that migraines and headaches affect over a third of the global population, with modern lifestyle factors and the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbating the issue, calling for increased healthcare recognition and targeted interventions.
Certain foods like omega-3-rich fish, magnesium-rich greens, ginger, nuts, cinnamon, vitamin B2 foods, turmeric, whole grains, water-rich fruits, and hydration can help reduce the frequency and severity of headaches and migraines, while avoiding triggers like processed foods, alcohol, cheese, chocolate, gluten, and excessive caffeine is also recommended.
The article discusses 16 foods that may help alleviate migraine symptoms, emphasizing the potential benefits of certain dietary choices for migraine sufferers.
A new study suggests that blood clots in the brain, caused by heart surgery procedures like catheter ablation, may be responsible for migraines with visual auras, which could be linked to increased stroke risk, challenging previous beliefs that these symptoms were symptomless.
A woman with migraines triggered by smoke struggles with her husband's smoking habits, leading to emotional strain in their marriage. She is advised to consult a doctor to confirm the trigger and discuss the health risks with her husband, encouraging him to consider quitting. Additionally, she seeks guidance on handling her friend's jealousy, which she is advised to address by setting boundaries and avoiding unnecessary conflicts.
Researchers at the Salk Institute identified a new brain circuit involving CGRP neurons in the thalamus that mediates the emotional aspect of pain, challenging traditional views and offering potential new treatments for chronic pain and related psychiatric conditions like PTSD and migraines.
A new study from the University of California, San Francisco highlights the health benefits of adequate water intake, including weight loss, kidney stone prevention, and reduced risk of migraines and urinary tract infections. The research, published in JAMA Network Open, reviewed 18 randomized controlled trials and found significant benefits in specific areas, though overall rigorous research is limited. The study emphasizes that hydration needs vary based on individual factors like age, sex, and activity level, and suggests using urine color as a hydration guide.
A UC San Francisco study highlights the health benefits of drinking adequate water, including aiding weight loss and preventing kidney stones, migraines, diabetes, UTIs, and low blood pressure. The research, published in JAMA Network Open, analyzed 18 randomized controlled trials and found significant benefits in specific areas, though individual water needs vary. The study suggests that encouraging water consumption, especially before meals, could be a simple and cost-effective intervention for improving health outcomes.
Anna Hill, who suffered from severe migraines for nine years, reports significant improvement after undergoing controversial brain surgery to remove a benign pineal cyst. Despite skepticism from many neurosurgeons who consider the procedure risky and potentially driven by the placebo effect, a recent NHS clinical trial found that 90% of patients experienced lasting benefits. The surgery, performed by a small number of specialists, remains contentious due to its risks and the debate over its efficacy.
New research on migraines is offering hope for improved therapies, with one class of drugs already showing success in treating these debilitating attacks. Migraine triggers can vary widely, including foods like chocolate and red wine, environmental factors such as cold weather and thunderstorms, and lifestyle elements like stress and lack of sleep. This research could lead to better management and relief for those affected by migraines.
Dr. Ellie Cannon addresses concerns about potential side effects of the Covid-19 vaccine, including migraines, and emphasizes the importance of reporting all symptoms to health officials. She also discusses post-gallbladder removal bowel issues, leg pains potentially linked to Viagra, and the rise in ADHD diagnoses among adults.
A 61-year-old woman suffered a brain bleed during sex, prompting doctors to warn about the little-known issue of migraines triggered by sexual activity, known as coital cephalgia. This rare condition, affecting up to 200,000 Americans, can lead to a hemorrhagic stroke due to increased blood pressure during sex, potentially causing blood vessels weakened by existing conditions to burst. While the woman survived without treatment, experts advise seeking evaluation for underlying causes in cases of severe sex-related headaches, and recommend over-the-counter pain medication or abstinence as potential solutions.
New research suggests that nontraditional risk factors such as migraines, blood clotting disorders, kidney failure, and autoimmune diseases are significantly associated with the incidence of strokes in adults younger than 45. Migraines were found to be the most important nontraditional risk factor, contributing to a significant percentage of strokes in both men and women in this age group. The study emphasizes the importance of considering nontraditional risk factors alongside traditional ones in understanding and preventing strokes among young adults.
A man in Florida experienced worsening migraines, which were eventually diagnosed as being caused by tapeworm cysts in his brain, likely due to poor hygiene and undercooked pork consumption. The tapeworm likely entered his brain after reverting to its cyst form and traveling through the bloodstream. This condition, called neurocysticercosis, can lead to seizures and epilepsy if untreated. The man is now recovering with a dual treatment of anti-parasite and anti-inflammatory drugs, highlighting the importance of proper pork cooking and good hygiene practices.