Category Archives: Headaches (migraines)

Headache Danger Signs

Seek immediate medical help if your headache: Strikes suddenly and is severe. Is a new-onset headache that lasts longer than 24 hours. Follows a head injury or other trauma. Is brought on by exertion. Hurts much more than any previous … Continue reading

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Headache Triggers

Tension headaches, migraines, and cluster headaches can be prevented by avoiding things that might cause them. Those can include: Stress Lack of sleep Wine or other alcohol Certain foods, such as chocolate and aged cheeses Exposure to bright artificial light … Continue reading

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Water Down Your Migraine

Sidelined with migraines or chronic headaches? Drink up! According to a study published in the European Journal of Neurology, participants who drank just over 4 cups more of water than their usual daily intake experiencedd 21 fewer hours of pain … Continue reading

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