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Monday, October, 19, 2009

Why Do I Get Headaches In Winter

Doctors link migraines to allergies

January 12, 2009
Winter offers a respite for some migraine sufferers, and now doctors may have found the reason. According to Dr. Min Ku, an allergist, people who have nasal allergies are 14.3 times more likely to have migraines than people without nasal allergies. Ku says that histamine released during allergic reactions cause blood vessels swell up and stretch, causing the headaches.
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Expert & Community Posts

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...the right doctor to work with us on Migraine and headache management and making progress. For... Read more »

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...Claude Krusz and Teri RobertIf you need to find a headache and Migraine specialist, please see... Read more »

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The Significance of a Bump on the Head
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...later she started to feel poorly and developed a headache. She was then taken to Centre... Read more »

Health Guide

Sunglasses for Prventing Migraines and Headaches
...or the depths of winter, good sunglasses are a necessity. Not only are they vital to help us avoid headaches and Migraines, but they're vital to good eye health. Be sure to shop wisely for... Read more »
Tips for Avoiding Summer Migraines and Headaches
...Technically, it's not quite summer. Uh huh, right. Try telling that to the warm weather Migraines and headaches you're getting.The Memorial Day holiday seems to be the unofficial opening of... Read more »
Seasonal Affective Disorder: Depression Information
...schedule. Side effects of light therapy are uncommon. Some patients complain of irritability, eyestrain, headaches, or nausea. Those who have histories of hypomania in spring or summer are at... 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 »
Lowering Cholesterol for Patients
...these medications is generally very low, nausea, gas, constipation, and abdominal cramping may occur. Headache, muscle pain, and liver problems have been reported in some cases. Currently... Read more »

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