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Migraine Headaches

A migraine headache is a recurring headache affecting only a portion of the head, which is coupled by nausea, sleep disruption, vomiting, visual disturbances and depression. It is approximately 3 times more common in women than in men.

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Why do you get headaches after you drink beer?

Because you drink to many of them.

You are drinking low quality beer. Headaches are caused by fusel alcohols that should not be present in a quality beer. I would suggest that you not drink light beer. Switch to a high quality craft-brewed beer.

Can Chiari malformation cause death?

Death is rare, but can happen. I know this because my son passed away 15 months ago. Cause: Chiari Malformation, Type 1. We were unaware of the condition and he seemed very healthy. It was found by the Medical Examiner after his passing.

What is the scientific name for migraine headaches?

Migraine is the scientific name. "Migraine" refers to the neurological disorder of recurring head pain that occurs with a constellation of other symptoms. The word is taken from the Old French "megrim" which was taken from the Latin "hemicrania," referring to the unilateral head pain.

Status migrainosus refers to a migraine which has lasted longer than 72 hours, the same way status epilepticus refers to prolonged seizure activity.

When will the generic for fosamax be available?

The generic for Fosamax is already available. The FDA gave their approval for a generic version of the medication in 2008.

What are some migraine tratments?

Migraines can be treated with medications that prevent them or medications that stop them after they've started. There are other therapies as well, like biofeedback, avoiding triggers which can be food items or activity related. Most important is to rule out anything bad, like brain tumors. Treatment should start with an MRI scan of the brain. If negative, then further investigation should be done to learn what triggers your migraines. A full allergy panel will tell you what you are allergic to, both foods and environmental elements like grasses, trees, dust, cats, etc. Any food triggers should be avoided. Some examples are red wine, red meat, caffeine, some cheeses, etc. Keep a headache diary. Each day note what you eat and do along with whatever headaches you get. A pattern should develop and then you can know what to avoid. Some use biofeedback to control migraines. There may be other behavioral methods as well. A neurologist can help you with this. There are medications to prevent migraines and meds to abort them. Some of the anti-seizure meds are used as preventatives, as well as anti-depressant drugs. Meds like Imitrex help some people to stop a migraine in process. And there are other meds like Imitrex available. Caffeine can be a big help, so long as you are not using it every day. Too much and it can cause rebound headaches. Best of luck.

Can you tell the difference between depakote dr and depakote sprinkle?

yes, DR is a sealed enteric coated large oval tablet, sprinkle is a capsule intended to be opened and the contents sprinkled on food.

Shooting pain in left side of head?

Shooting pain in the left side of the head may be symptomatic of many different diseases and disorders. It is a very good reason to seek the advice of a physician since the cause may be simple and of no consequence, or dangerous requiring immediate medical care.

For appropriate diagnosis, treatment and prevention of headache disorders, seek the help of a board certified headache specialist.

What could you use for sinus pressure headaches?

Use a neti pot. You can pick one up from the pharmacy for less than 15 bucks. It is basically a way to "wash" your sinuses by pouring a salt/baking soda in water solution through one nostrel to drain out of the other nostrel... kind of like how you keep your mouth clean by brushing your teeth. Works so well for me, makes my sinuses feel free and clear. and it can be used many times a day-- no harmful side effects!! better than medicine by far.

What causes head perspiration?

Such smelly sweating is most probably caused by some type of bacterial infection. You can apply the concentrated common salt solution as well as vinegar to treat the condition. You can apply the same during night time, only or say during sleeping hours.

Can snuffing tobacco cure migraine?

If nicotine is a person's migraine trigger, then any type of product that has nicotine - even nicotine gum, will cause a migraine.

If a person's migraine was triggered by the allergens in cigarette, cigar or pipe smoke, then it is possible that removing those inhalants would avoid a migraine.

How do you make a migraine go way?

The digestive system (including the stomach, large and small inThe digestive system (including the stomach, large and small intestines, and rectum) converts food into nutrients and absorbs them into the bloodstream to fuel our bodies. We seldom notice its workings unless something goes wrong, as in the case of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).&&Up to 1 million Americans are thought to have IBD, which occurs most often in those ages 15 to 30, but can affect younger kids and older people. Most cases are reported in western Europe and North America.

You also use 'Endep' (its a tablet)

What are migraines?

a migraine is a severe pain that is typlically on one side of the head but sometimes on both sides! The pain is mostly in the front around the temples or behind one eye. migraines can occur at any time of the day and can last a few hours or up to one or two days. Migraines can be very intense, forcing the suffrerer to abandon normal daily activities.

Are diarrhea and migraines signs of pregnancy?

Yes they can be signs of pregnancy! My mother had diarrhea with my brother and sister, and you get really gasey because of all the pressure and making room for a baby in your stomach. I would suggest to still take a pregnancy test though, just to make sure. Good luck!

Can an eight year old child have migraines?

Yes, Migraine is a genetic, neurologic disease that can affect males and females of all ages, including infancy. The symptoms of Migraine in a child may be different than an adult's symptoms, however Migraine can be just as devastating to a young child as it is to an adult. Migraine may progress and chronify in small children as well, so quick, appropriate treatment is warranted to keep them healthy throughout their lives.

For best results in diagnosis and treatment of Migraine and other headache disorders, seek the help of a board certified headache and Migraine specialist.

Is taking Exedrin migraine daily dangerous?

Depending on the medication, it is usually safe to use a migraine medication everyday. However, it is not wise to do so. Taking either abortive migraine medications or pain medications (and this includes Tylenol and Excedrin as well as prescription pain relievers), can cause a situation where not only does the medication stop working, but you get caught in a daily headache cycle. And the only way to break that cycle is stop taking the medication completely for up to three months.

The golden rule is to not take your migraine abortive or pain medication more than 2-3 times a week or more than half the days in the month.

Note: The above is assuming that you are taking the recommended dose. Keep in mind that acetaminophen (Tylenol) is declared safe when you take up to 4000mg a day (in divided doses), even taking 3000mg daily can harm the liver. It is important to be aware of all the Tylenol you are ingesting, as it is in many, many medications. Any time you read APAP on your prescription bottle, it contains generic acetaminophen.

What are effects of taking Depakote Xanax Klonopin Lamicatal and Alcohol I'm on 500mg of Depakote a lot more should have Xanax XR 1mg-Klonopin 100mg-Lamictal while drinking about 3-6 beers a night?

Seriously.. I could counsel you on what to stop taking, and what you can take and have a few beers, but I'm not going to. Drinking with Xanax and/or Klonopin has killed people before, and will kill them again. I would say if you only had one or the other on board and had 3-6 beers you're going well over the suggested amount (which is none). But on one of those drugs you would probably be OK, just more inebriated. Don't mix 2 drugs like Xanax and Klonopin with booze. Or if you really must, ask your health care provider.

Come on, seriously. You're asking on the internet about a cocktail that could put you under.

And, if you're on Depakote-- you're aware alcohol withdrawals, and even just slight hangovers can trigger seizures, right?

What is depakote prescribed for?

Depakote (generic name valproic acid) is an anticonvulsant often prescribed as a mood stabilizer for those with bipolar disorder (manic depression).

dont forget epilepsy

it is also sometimes used to control the mood swings associated with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), but is limited in effectiveness as BPD tends to be caused by psychological distress rather than brain chemistry

Should you take calcium and magnesium together for migraine headaches?

Calcium and Magnesium balance each other out in the body. They also bind together, so when taken together the body may not be able to use them appropriately. Taking calcium and magnesium separately allows the body to absorb and use them more effectively.

Does efexor-xr cause teeth grinding?

Effexor -xr Does not cause grinding or clenching of your teeth. However, because it calms the mental effects of anxiety some or many of the physicall effects may become noticed or exaggerated. Exessive sweating, grinding of teeth, overeating ect. You may want to talk to a counsilor or therapist to find the reasons for you anxiety as releif comes woth knowing.

Can you take Excedrin Migraine and Relpax together?

You take Relpax at the very onset of a migraine. If that does not work in a couple of hours, yes you could take some Excedrin.

Does depakote over time make you sterile?

I took depakote in the past and i would like to know if it will make you sterile. I now take tegretol and lamictal and i would like to know if tegretol or lamictal could make you sterile. If anyone has any answers on this i would like to know. My e-mail is hattmart@yahoo.com. Thank you