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Migraine Headache Cause
Introduction
Migraine Headaches
Migraine headaches are a type of neurovascular headaches, a category that also includes cluster headaches. Doctors believe that neurovascular headaches are caused by an interaction between blood vessel and nerve abnormalities. Migraine headaches are the second most common type of primary headache after tension headaches. A primary headache is a headache that is not caused by another disease or condition. [For more information, see In-Depth Report #11: Headaches ...
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From Our Experts
1/28/08 #8: Can stress from loss cause a chronic daily headache or...
Full Question:I would like to know if stress from loss (bereavement: loss of father) can cause a chronic daily headache or transformed... Read more »
Suffering with Headaches and MS
Since childhood, I’ve had headaches. I’ve never seen a doctor to find out what “type” they are (tension, cluster, Migraine). ... Read more »
Ask the Expert: Migraines Caused by TMJ?
Dear Dr. Borigini,Is TMJD (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder) often associated with migraines? I have had chronic classical migraines... Read more »
05/14/07 #4: Can depression be a cause of Migraines?
Full Question: Just wondered if any studies have been done to determine if depression can be a cause of migraines? I have experienced... Read more »
Migraine Gem of the Day: The "Big O"
An orgasm can cause a headache or trigger a Migraine for some people; for others, an orgasm can actually stop a Migraine. For more... Read more »
From Our Sources
Migraine Diary
It is a good idea to type and print your migraine diary before you see your doctor in order to keep it legible and clean. If you arrive prepared,... Read more »
Migraine Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
GenderAbout 75% of all migraine sufferers are women. Although the incidence of migraine is similar for boys and girls during childhood, it increases... Read more »
migraine and other headaches, william young, stephen silberste...
Review – “Migraine and Other Headaches” by William B. Young, MD, and Stephen D. Silberstein, MD Ranking 5 stars out of 5 We often discuss... Read more »
Orgasm May Decrease Migraine and Headache Pain
Does the "Big O" cause or stop headaches and Migraine? We've all heard the old joke, "Not tonight, dear. I have a headache." Right? Surprisingly... Read more »
Aromatherapy for Migraines and headaches
Aromatherapy is often called an "alternative therapy. Based on my experience, I would prefer to call aromatherapy a "complementary therapy," one... Read more »
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Learn the role that the trigeminal nerve plays in causing cluster headaches in this diagram... Read more »
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