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Is there any relief for migraine headaches?

been there asked:


I get a migraine headache almost every time it rains. I’ve seen doctor’s for the headaches, but nothing seems to help.

Does this happen to anyone else and what do yo do to relieve the headaches?

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Tension Headache?

irreplaceable.beauty_xo asked:


I have a dull pain in the right side of my neck that goes up into my my head and down my back and my shoulderIt feels tight. I have really bad anxiety and I always think the worst, so, does this sound like a tension headache or a blood clot?

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If you suffer from chronic cluster headaches, the good news is that they can be prevented. Generally speaking, there are induction and maintenance therapies aimed at stopping cluster headaches (prophylactic treatment) that can be started at the same time.

Corticosteroids such as prednisone (Deltasone, Sterapred, and others) and dexamethasone (Decadron) are often used to break the headache cycle. These drugs are used to jump-start treatment for maintenance therapy and are not meant for long-term use.

Stopping cluster headaches

If your cluster headaches have already started, they can be stopped. Believe it or not, the most effective of abortive treatment for cluster headaches does not even require a prescription. It is to inhale pure oxygen – at the rate of seven liters per minute through a mask.

Other first-line treatments for cluster headaches

Triptan drugs

The include subcutaneous administration of triptan drugs such as sumatriptan and zolmitriptan. Ergot compounds have also been used to treat cluster headaches but those suffering from these headaches have reported they have obtained similar relief just by drinking strong cups of coffee immediately at the onset of an attack.

Because cluster headaches can begin so suddenly, the triptan drugs are usually administered by subcutaneous injection rather than by mouth. Most are also available as a nasal spray. However, these sprays do not seen to be as effective as subcutaneous injection due to the swelling of nasal passages during a cluster headache attack.

Dihydroergotamine

Dihydroergotamine is an ergo derivative available in injectable and inhaler forms. Dihydroergotamine (D.H.E. 45, Migranal) is an effective pain reliever for some people suffering from cluster headaches. You must go to a hospital or doctor’s office to have the drug administered intravenously as the inhaler form of the drug works more slowly.

Sumitriptan

The injectable form of sumatriptin (Imitrex) is commonly used to treat migraine can also be effective in treating cluster headaches. Another triptan drug, zolmitriptan (Zomig) taken orally can help relieve a cluster headache. There is an oral form of this drug available but it is not considered as effective as injectable sumitriptan.

A topical anesthetic such as Lidocaine sprayed into your nasal cavity may also reliever stop the pain, normally in a few minutes. However, it is not suggested that you use Lidocaine long-term due to its side affects and the possibility of damage to your nasal cavities.

Lidocaine

If Lidocaine sprayed into the nasal cavity provides good relief, this may indicate that two of your mucous membranes are in contact. This could be caused by genetics, a congenital defect, trauma or even weight gain. A minor, undetected deviated septum is the most common reason for two mucous membranes to be in contact. A simple out-patient procedure is such as nasoplasty, rhinoplasty, or septoplasty can separate the contact points and will stop the pain immediately and permanently.

By: Douglas Hanna

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Get more help for your chronic cluster headaches

Chronic headaches can be devastating. I know because I have suffered from them since I was a teenager. And the sad fact is, in many cases, you cannot cure chronic cluster headaches. However, you can learn to manage them.

For example, did you know there are many natural treatments that provide relief from chronic cluster headaches? You may not believe this but one of them consists of inhaling pure oxygen. You can learn about this treatment and many other ways to manage cluster headaches in my book on chronic headache treatment Learn how you can escape the crippling pain of chronic cluster headaches by reading my book CLICK HERE NOW for more information.

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Can chocolate cause a migraine headache?

Chloe asked:


It seems like I’ve been getting bad headaches when I eat chocolate, which I love. It says that most people aren’t allergic to chocolate. Caffeine doesn’t bother me at all. I keep trying to figure out what is setting these headaches off and it seems that chocolate in the evening causes me to wake up with a bad headache. Anyone ever hear of this?

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tkclark71 asked:


ok I have a headache ER Dr says it is cluster headache but will not get any relief from this. taking orphenadrine and naproxen sodium any ideas how i can get over this.

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Migraine Headache?

Rebecca K asked:


I have had a horrible migraine for the past 2 weeks. It came on so suddenly and so strong that i went to the emergency room. I have been to 3 different doctors since then and none of them will help me. I have searched the web for answers. The only thing i can find is answers about migraine prevention. The same thing the doctors keep talking about. I am not concerned about migraine prevention until i get rid of the one i already have. I don’t understand how i can have the same headache for 14 days now. It’s ruining my life! Can anyone help me?

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SpodakDentalGroup asked:


Spodak Dental Group’s Dr Craig Spodak discusses an FDA approved treatment option for those who suffer from tension headache, migraine headache, and TMJ pain. Please call our office at 561 498 0050 for further details or to schedule a complimentary consult with Dr Craig Spodak

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Many people need help for migraines. This condition can be debilitating and it is crucial that you see a physician about your migraine problems before using pain self help exclusively. The first step is to examine the symptoms of migraine headaches then you can find the support to guide you to succeed.

Physical Elements of Migraines

This kind of headache happens when the blood vessels in the brain enlarge. The enlargement results in excessive flow of blood to the brain. The nervous system responds to this by constricting the blood vessels using chemicals excreted from nerve fibers.

The temporal artery, which is located on between the skull and the temple, is a primary source of pain during a migraine headache. This artery enlarges as the nerves contract against it. More chemicals are released, worsening the condition.

Migraine Symptoms

Pain is a big indicator that you are having an attack. This pain goes beyond the normal headaches that you probably have experienced in the past. People seek help for migraines mostly because of the intensity of pain that they feel during an attack.

The temporal artery becomes inflamed, causing the pain to become unbearable without some kind of pain management intervention. Unfortunately, some traditional methods to stop pain do not work in the case of migraines.

Medication and the Sympathetic Nervous System

This condition interferes with the sympathetic nervous system. This region of the body controls automatic responses to pain and stress. You may recognize the “fight or flight” response through its physical manifestations.

Your blood circulation decreases, causing cold extremities and you are more sensitive to sound and light. The sympathetic nervous system has a profound effect on the body, making you nauseous. You may also experience irritable bowel and diarrhea.

The effect that the migraines have on the nervous system interferes with your body’s ability to absorb medication. Since your body is unable to absorb the medication properly, it does not receive the pain relief that it desperately needs.

Self-Hypnosis Help for Migraines

Support can be found in self-hypnosis in the treatment of migraine attacks. The sympathetic system is tied to the subconscious mind. Your sympathetic nervous system automatically responds to pain and stress, as does your subconscious mind. You can get control of your nerve responses by tapping into this resource.

When you relax, the vessels in your body-including the temporal aorta-relax as well. This is the first step in getting help for migraines. You can use your imagination and inner workings of the mind to guide the pain away from your head.

Preventative Measures

If you suffer from migraines on a regular basis, then you want to take preventative measures to assure that you catch the problem before it becomes unmanageable. Hypnosis exercises are effective in the prevention of headaches at their onset.

You are able to stop the sympathetic nervous system from kicking into the fight or flight response through relaxation. The subconscious mind can guide the tension and panic away from your body, allowing the nervous system to respond in kind.

Preventative help for migraine headaches begins in the mind.

By: J Seymour

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If you care looking for help for migraines, you can try to use the highly effective method of hypnosis. Steve G Jones brings ‘Relieve Migraines’, an excellent recording based on the twenty years of the rich experience of the hypnotherapist. Pain self help is an important technique taught through this recording. This recording is just one of the vast series created by this talented hypnotherapist and is backed by an impressive sixty-day money back guarantee.

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Living with migraines is a life that can be very hard to live. Migraine headaches can attack with no warning and they can strike at anytime and anywhere. If you want to improve the quality of your life, you may want to know about a particular medicine that can help in treating migraine and reducing the frequency of migraine attacks.

Topamax has recently grown in popularity as a medicine prescribed to prevent Migraines. So, here are some things that you need to consider if you want to know if Topamax is right for you.

Ask yourself whether your migraine is interfering with your plans with family and friends, interfering with work, miss out on important activities, and you should also try and ask yourself if over the counter and prescription drugs don’t work in relieving the pain.

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you may want to consider Topamax.

Topamax is different from other migraine medicines as this particular drug will be able to help in reducing the frequency of migraines. Unlike other migraine medicines which you need to take every time you feel an attack is coming, Topamax should be taken daily in order to prevent or reduce the frequency of migraine. It is also known to reduce the pain caused by migraine.

Although Topamax has a very good safety record, some people may still experience side effects when taking this medication. Some people experiences numbness in the arms and legs or that “pins and needles” sensation. There are also reported cases that people felt tired after taking Topamax as well as having a different taste in food and beverages.

These are the things that you have to remember about Topamax. Although this drug is safe, it is still important that you talk to your doctor about the side effects you are experiencing while taking Topamax. They will be able to adjust the dosage of the medicine if necessary.

One additional downside to Topamax is the price tag. If your health insurance does not cover medications or provides only partial prescription drug coverage, you need to be prepared for the high cost of this drug. There are other Migraine medications on the market that are much less expensive that could provide similar results.

Be sure to consult with your doctor about Topamax and any other Migraine treatment to find the right solution.

By: Jackie Jones

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For More on Migraine Headache Medications plus Other Informative Articles About Non-Medical Treatments, Preventative tactics and more, visit the Migraine Headache Resource Center now at http://Migraines-Headaches.org

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