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Wednesday, October, 08, 2008

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posted 05/12/2008, comments (0)

005/12/08 #1 - Tender spot at the back of her head that burns and is very painful?

Full Question:My mother in law, 87 years old, never had migraines has developed a symptom that makes me wonder. She says she has an extremely tender spot at the back of her head that burns and is very painful. She has been concerned and hurt enough to get a MRI and CT scan done, which isn't like her at all. I'm wondering if it could be a symptom... Read moreChevron
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posted 02/01/2008, comments (6)

Risk of Suicidal Thoughts Linked to Anticonvulsant Medications

Neuronal stabilizing agents, aka anticonvulsants or antiepileptic drugs, are among the most prescribed medications for Migraine and headache prevention. They're also used to treat some mental health disorders as well as, of course, seizure disorders such as epilepsy. The FDA has now has analyzed reports of suicidality (suicidal behavior... Read moreChevron

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