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Sunday, October, 25, 2009

What Causes Migraine Headaches

Poor sleep may cause migraines

October 02, 2008
It may seem to migraine and headache sufferers that the pain interferes with how well they sleep. Recent studies, however, have found that getting a good night's rest is actually the first step in reducing or eliminating migraine and headache pain. Aids such as Ambien and Lunesta may help restore a normal sleep schedule. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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A New Tool - Your Migraine and Headache Diary
By Teri Robert , Health Expert

Obviously, our goal is good Migraine and headache management. There are four basic parts of... Read more »

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Tenderness and sensitivity on my scalp that does not go away?
By Ask the Clinician , Health Expert

Full Question:     I am 55 years old. Caused by a recent car accident, my childhood migraines... Read more »

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Migraine and Headache Specialists - What's So Special?
By Teri Robert , Health Expert

How many doctors did you see before your Migraines or headaches were accurately diagnosed? How many... Read more »

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Can Headaches Disappear During Cold Weather?
By Ask the Clinician , Health Expert

Full Question:     During the cold weather, I hardly ever have a headache. But when the... Read more »

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Vertigo and Migraine
By Dr. Seth Haplea , Health Expert

...(dizziness) is a frequent symptom that accompanies migraine headache. Vertigo can occur during... Read more »

Health Guide

Professor James Lance: Australia Migraine and Headache Specialists
Doctor: Professor James Lance-Retired- -Retired- Read more »
Migraine Issues: What is migraine?
Migraine headache is a neurological disease affecting approximately 28 million Americans (National Headache Foundation). Migraine is three times more common in women than in men, and children and... Read more »
James F. Grim, MD: Virginia Migraine and Headache Specialists
Doctor: James F. Grim, MD Clinic/Facility: Kaiser-Permanente Medical Center Address: Loisdale Drive Springfield, VA Telephone: 703-922-1000 Recommendation: Patient Feedback Comments:... Read more »
Troy G. Anderson, MD: Arizona Migraine and Headache Specialists
Doctor: Troy G. Anderson, MD Clinic/Facility: Address: 14044 West Camelback Road, Suite 216 Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 Telephone: 623-535-0050 Recommendation: Patient Feedback Comments: Although... Read more »

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Vascular Headache Image

Vascular headaches are caused by blood vessel abnormalities. This diagram shows you how.... Read more »

Medications

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...(epilepsy). This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and reduce how often... Read more »

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...(epilepsy). This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and reduce how often... Read more »

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...(dye-HI-dro-er-GOT-uh-meen)Uses This medication is used to treat migraine headache ... Read more »

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...eating/sleeping habits, stress) may bring about a migraine headache. Avoiding these "triggers"... Read more »

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...eating/sleeping habits, stress) may bring about a migraine headache. Avoiding these "triggers"... Read more »

Related News

Clinical trial: Effects of different Maxalt doses on migraines
October 02, 2008

This is a study to evaluate the effects of different doses of Maxalt in people with migraine headaches. This national study is currently recruiting... Read summary »

Clinical trial: Occipital nerve stimulation for treating chronic migraines
October 02, 2008

This is a study to gather data about the use of occipital nerve stimulation for the treatment of chronic migraine headache. This national study is... Read summary »

Women Cant win with Migraine Headaches
April 24, 2008

By Meghan Yost, Ivanhoe Health Correspondent ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A headache is more than just irritating -- it could also be harmful... Read summary »

Migraines linked to libido, study finds
October 03, 2008

Research published in the journal Headache has shown that young men and women who suffer from migraines report having 20 percent more sexual desire... Read summary »

Study: No lasting social problems for kids with migraines
October 03, 2008

Experts have been concerned that children with chronic headaches or migraines are at risk for long-term problems in their relationships with peers.... Read summary »