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Headache & Migraine
Headache is one of the commonest neurological symptoms. Almost everyone on the face of Earth has had a headache at least once in his or her life. There are different types of headaches. Some people develop a headache which is of a throbbing type. Still others feel a heaviness of the head. The types of headaches can vary. The duration of headaches can vary with the cause of the headache.
The causes of headaches are various—from simple sinusitis to brain tumor, worrisome diagnoses of brain hemorrhage, brain infection, and brain abscess. All the brain diseases & some non-brain diseases can lead to a headache. Therefore, one should not neglect a headache and consult a neurologist at the earliest for a suitable diagnosis and early treatment.
The most common diagnosis of headache is migraine. It is one of the major reasons people miss work or school. Recurrent headaches can have debilitating effects, including an effect on personal & professional life and relationships.
Like every other disease, the symptom of migraine headache needs to be evaluated carefully. The differential diagnosis of headache can be extensive. Unfortunately, most people neglect the symptom, considering it to be a “normal headache.” However, one needs to track his or her symptoms carefully. It affects mood, sleep, and should be noted. One needs to note what triggers his or her headache.
Many other symptoms and diseases go hand in hand with headaches. These can include anxiety, depression, sleep issues, eye and ear problems, etc. Many people have early morning headaches due to poor quality of sleep or lack of sleep. Afternoon or evening headaches may be related to stress or some other triggers. Many people report low energy levels associated with the occurrence of headaches. Headaches are related to changes in the brain and the body even before the onset of headaches. Some people can notice these changes and predict the onset of their headache. Keeping a diary of your observations can help track these changes and help your neurologist understand the headache better. One should try to observe and identify the triggers like dietary habits, environmental factors, weather, and seasonal changes, geographical changes, and the body’s physiology, such as hormonal changes.
FAQ's
These include steps like:
- a) Lifestyle changes such as regular sleep, regular mealtimes, and exercise.
- b) Yoga.
- c) Acupuncture.
- d) Biofeedback.
- e) Traditional modalities like physical therapy, nutritional analysis, and counseling.
Biofeedback therapy is a mind-body technique that helps people. It uses non-invasive equipment to measure physical parameters such as heart rate, breathing, and muscle responses. This information is transformed into visual, auditory, or haptic signals. The person then learns to control the signals by adjusting the physical parameter. In headaches and migraine, cardiac activity and brainwave activity are monitored. Muscle biofeedback shows benefit in headache.
Yes, they are very important. Almost every neurologist would tell you that they are at least as important as the medications. The relief of lifestyle can result in huge decreases in the frequency and severity of headaches.
Migraine is a long-standing illness. Prevention focuses on paying attention to the things that bring on or worsen headaches. Modification of lifestyle helps avoid or minimize headaches. Certain medications and modalities help control the headaches. Together, these can prevent headaches or migraine.
Yes, some of us do outgrow migraines. The reasons for improvement in headaches with age are not completely understood.
Amongst many other causes, the Most important in people with migraine is a change in the character or frequency of headaches.
Most commonly, migraine headaches are not dangerous
Many women develop headaches during or around their menstrual periods. This usually happens due to fluctuations in hormonal levels, namely estrogen.
Among many women, headaches decrease dramatically or disappear completely with menopause. Prior to menopause, however, women experience worsening of headaches. Hormonal changes are considered responsible for the changes.
Yes, migraine can occur in children. However, the symptoms can be different among children compared to adults
Yes, migraine can occur in children. However, the symptoms can be different among children compared to adults