Dr. David Watson & Teri Robert
Do you have questions about Migraine? Reader questions are answered by UCNS certified Migraine and headache specialist Dr. David Watson, and award-winning patient educator and advocate Teri Robert.
Latest Articles by Dr. David Watson & Teri Robert
Do Almonds Have Any Pain Relief Benefits?
Full Question: I’ve been told that Almonds are somehow comparable to aspirin or other forms like Tylenol or Advil is this true? Sheryl. Answer: Dear Sheryl; Quick and simple answer – No. Good luck, John Claude Krusz and Teri Robert If you need to fin...
What to Know About Hemiplegic Migraines and Bleach
Full Question: Can Hemiplegic Migraines be caused by Chemical Exposure ? (specifically bleach or ammonia ). My wife has had 5 episodes simulating strokes in the last 10 months, but no health organization has been able to say 100% that she has had a s...
Dosing Differences in OTC Migraine Meds
Full Question: Please explain the difference in the dosing for Excedrin Migraine and Extra Strength Excedrin. BC. Answer: Dear BC, In order for the manufacturers of Excedrin to market their product for Migraine, both the product and the labeling had ...
What to Know About Pseudotumor Cerebri and Facial Twitching
Full Question: Is Pseudotumor Cerebri ever associated with facial numbness and facial twitching? Also, how does a physician differentiate between Pseudotumor Cerebri and Malignant Hypertension since one of the major things that they both have in comm...
What One-Sided, Stabbing Head Pain Might Mean
Full Question: Hello, this morning I woke up to a sharp stabbing pain on the right side of my head. I have never experienced anything like it before and it happens every few minutes, sometimes constantly. I have been bedridden all day due to the fact ...
Migraines, Vagus Nerve, and Gallbladder: Is There a Link?
Full Question: I am a Registered Nurse who has suffered from migraines for decades. I also have a strong family history of first degree relatives who are also affected. My question is this: what is the relationship, if any, between migraine headaches ...
Getting to the Bottom of a Chronic Headache
Full Question: Hi. I'm 25 years old male. I have headache for 6 months. I feel dizzy sometimes, including vision problem such as blurred vision, zigzag line. Also have earache and ringing in my ear, toothache, neck pain, chest pain.
Neck Pain, Nausea, and Short Breath: What Does It Mean?
Full Question: Hello, I have been having sharp throbbing pain and stiffness in my neck and shoulders. This pain has been going on for a few weeks. I also have bad pain all around the top of my head. The pain occurs at night and in the morning when I ...