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Headaches

A headache is any pain or discomfort in the area of the head or upper neck. It can be chronic or irregular, mild or severe enough to\ interrupt one’s daily activities.

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What are some symptoms of a food allergy?

There are many different signs that someone is having an allergic reaction to a certain food. All people who ingest the food in which they are allergic to will have an allergic reaction, but some people may react to the allergen by touching it, or even smelling it. These are signs of an allergic reaction to a food: Tingling of the lips, and tongue Itchiness in the mouth, throat, or area of the body in which the allergen made contact with Swelling of the lips and tongue An Itchy Rash- The rash could be small or big, there can be patches of rashes all over the body, the rash could be bumpy(the bumps are called hives) Nausousness-The person may have an upset stomach, cramping, bloating, gas, and diarrhea WARNING: In a severe allergic reaction, The throat will swell, causing the airway to the lungs to be blocked, and the person will not be able to breathe. Be sure to call 911 immediately and if the person has an Epipen, inject it into their thigh.

What is the best thing to do for a headache?

One late afternoon, I have a very bad headache, I went to see a Chiropractor and he adjusted my head and neck firmly, after that I went home for a sleep. I wasn't feel comfortable because my bad headache but try to sleep, I followed his instruction to sleep on sides. Two hours sleep after, my headache had a big improvement, so I took a warm shower, straight back to my bed to sleep, next morning the headache is gone.

What is the best over the counter medicine for headaches?

Excedrin Migraine, Advil Migraine, and Motrin Migraine Pain are equally effective for mild to moderate migraines. You can also try eating a very salty snack like a small bag of salty chips to help reduce it.

Can daily smoke from candles cause persistent headache?

Yes, there is a chemical that is added to carry the scent. I do not know the name of the chemical and have been looking for it for about half an hour now. I am great at researching and I personally think that some companies are hiding the chemical's name from us.

Why does a sinus headache worsen at night?

A sinus headache is a symptom, not a diagnosis. If the reason for the headache is pressure in your sinuses, staying upright will help relieve the pressure because gravity works. Excess edema etc will be pulled out of the sinuses and may help to relieve the pain associated with it. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of headache disorder and disease, please seek the help of a board certified headache specialist.

What not to drink or eat with sore throat?

Sweets and Spices food..and avoid cold drinks and some alcohol drinks.

What causes right-sided headaches?

One sided headaches are likely caused by migraine. However, there are many other causes of headache: sinus problem, a tooth issue, a pinched nerve, or stress. Best to document when it comes on and how long it stays and get an evaluation by a neurologist who is a headache specialist.

What plant can cure headache?

Both feverfew and capsaicin (a byproduct of chili peppers) are used to treat migraines.

Feverfew has been shown to be effective as both a migraine abortive and as a preventative treatment when small amounts are taken daily. Chewing the leaves can produce sores in the mouth, so people who choose to use fresh feverfew often tuck the leaves into a capsule.

Capsaicin is currently being used in a nasal spray called Sinol as a migraine abortive.

Flashy lights in eyes numbness in left hand and left side of face then left with a headache - what causes this?

I get this - pain in the left shoulder and "pins and needles" and tingling down to the mid forearm - several times a day. Sometimes the pain aches so much it's hard to deal with. I'm a PC user at work, and use it for several hours a day (about 6 or 7). I have a feeling that the pain and other symptoms are to do with poor posture at the workstation as I tend to lean on my left elbow. If others out there who are regular PC users have similar problems it may be because of this. I have altered my posture at the PC and the symptons are less recurrent - but no less severe. A VDU assessment by your company's assessor may highlight the problem, so why not give it a go? Sufferer in silence, UK

Does chocolate prevent or cause headache?

It should not cause a headache unless someone has ate too much of it or possibly allergic to an ingredient made in the chocolate. Chocolate is also made in factories that use peanut oil or have traces of peanut oil. If someone is allergic to peanuts they should watch what types of chocolate they consume.

What causes tingling on left side of head when neck is turned left?

Even sleeping the wrong way in bed can cause a pinched nerve in your neck. Pinched nerves can cause tingling down your arms, legs and up the back of your neck. It effects the nerves in that part of the body, thus a tingling. Get someone to give you a good shoulder/neck rub and it should soon disappear. Also A535 rub is great to rub on the tops of your shoulders and neck. If it persists go see a chiropractor. I have just been to the doctor regarding something similar and he suggested it is shingles, even though I don't have a rash.

What does it mean when you get a headache then a stomach ache afterwards?

Headache is a symptom, not a disease, however these are all vague symptoms and the possibilities are nearly endless. Please seek the help of a physician. If you think your headache is the symptom of Migraine or a headache disorder, for appropriate diagnosis, treatment and management of headache and Migraine, please seek the help of a board certified Migraine and headache specialist who has had extensive and specialized training on helping patients with these issues.

What was the cure for headache in Tudor times?

One of the most ancient ways to treat or cure headache is called trepanning in which a hole is cut into the skull.

What are the symptoms of occipital neuralgia?

is typically described as continuously aching or throbbing. Some people also have periodic jabs of pain in addition to the more constant discomfort. The level of pain can be intense, and similar to a migraine

What to do with headaches when pregnant?

There are over 300 different headache disorders in the current ICHD-II used by physicians for diagnosis and treatment. Diagnosis is key to appropriate treatment, especially while pregnant.

For appropriate diagnosis, treatment and information on Migraine and headache disorders, please seek the help of a board certified Migraine and headache specialist.

Why do we feel headache often?

Headaches happen mostly due to the contraction of the blood vessels in your head. Other causes include stress, and consumption of milk or chocolate.

Numbness of the head?

Numbness in jaw and tingling in mouth and headache can be symptoms or various diseases. Most of them are neurological disorders which include shingles, lyme disease and trigeminal neuralgia among others.

Why do colds cause headaches?

ACTUALLY, YOU probably are getting a HEADACHE with a STUFFED NOSE. When you get a stuffy nose, most likely it's the rhinovirus. That can cause a sinus infectiion which in turn leads to a headache (the dreaded SINUS HEADACHE). Try taking something for your sinus problem, then in turn, your headache will go away.

When you have a headache why do your eyes start to hurt too?

it could be that your irritated eyes are causing your headaches. do you use glasses at all? trying to focus too hard on something when your eyes can't properly focus can do that you could also have a tension-type headache http://stress.lovetoknow.com/Tension_Headache

What is the rash under your cats chin?

Yes cats can have rashes. You should check the color of the skin to find the type of rash and if shampoo and conditioner does not work, try buying medicine. Take your cat to the vet even if condition relieves and get's better to determine the cause and prevent it from happening in the future.

What can you do if your body always feels hot but you don't have a fever?

go see your doctor if the problem just started, but it happens to some people when they reach puberty and some people are just born with it.

Would headaches with a clear nose be a sign of puberty?

No. Your signs of puberty are going to be (for a female) sore breasts, breasts starting to show through a tee shirt, cramping or PMS symptoms, hair growth under the arms, legs and private region, pimples or acne, etc. For a male, it would be voice cracking, hair growth on the facial and private region, productions of semen, etc.

What are some Natural remedies of getting rid of headaches?

Making sure you are well-hydrated is the first and foremost natural remedy for headaches. A surprising number of tension headaches, as well as migraines, are caused by dehydration.

Natural remedies for headaches include feverfew and white willow bark. Feverfew is a vasoconstrictor. White Willow Bark is the natural form of aspirin.

Essential spearmint or peppermint oil, rubbed into the temple, or smelled on the wrists, can give relief to some. If you decide to rub it into your skin, make sure and use a carrier oil, such as sesame.

Inhaling the scent of rosemary and eucalyptus infused into steam can be helpful in relieving a sinus headache.

Eating raw garlic, by incorporating it into your food, can help ensure healthy blood vessels, and may decrease the number or severity of migraines.

Taking a hot bath, while icing down the back of your neck, can ease migraine pain. It helps open blood vessels in the rest of the body, while the ice helps constrict vessels heading toward the brain. Also, a hot bath helps relieve stress, which is helpful for tension headaches.
To rid yourself of a headache, try turning the lights off, lay down with your eyes closed and relax.