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Desert southwest the only place to live pain-free from Migraine?

Full Question: Hello, I am trying to get some information about weather-induced migraine.  I have been suffering from this type of headache for years, but have only recently made the connection between my headaches and living right at the intersection of the jet stream and the gulf air mass (in Little Rock, AR).  The headaches... Read moreChevron

Migraines after birth of son - birth control pills?

Full Question: I started getting migraines shortly after the birth of my son who is now 21 years old.  I have been diagnosed with menstrual migraines and use the triptans (Amerge, Frova, Imitrex, Relpax) to treat them. Amerge for some reason works best for me. I also get migraines with major weather changes or stress. I have tried... Read moreChevron

On and off headaches - dairy, sleep?

Full Question: I have a problem with headaches on and off and it’s been happening at least once to twice a week at times. I can't explain when it tends to happen, other than I thought that dairy and cheese seems to be related, or intensify the issue at times. Also I have noticed that irregular bowel movements seem to also be ... Read moreChevron

Joint stiffness for a week after Imitrex?

Full Question: I have been taking Imitrex 2 - 4 per month for about 10 years. I have had joint stiffness commonly after taking it. However, I am a professional martial artist as well as a Nurse Practitioner and after taking Imitrex, my flexibility has decreased by about 50% for a week or so, then I can finally get stretched out again, I... Read moreChevron

Top Migraine and Headache Questions, 11/9/09

Do you have questions about headaches or Migraines? Many of our readers do, and each week, and Dr. John Claude Krusz and Teri Robert answer some of them. Dr. Krusz is a world recognized headache and Migraine expert, often conducting groundbreaking research at his clinic in Dallas. Here are this week's questions and answers... 1) Is it... Read moreChevron

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This animation shows one of the key causes of pain during a migraine--changes to the blood flow within the brain.

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