headache relief
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Q: Headache Relief?
I have had this headache for three weeks on/off but its throughout the day, everyday-I take tylenol, advil, everything. Nothing even touches it. So I started taking double doses and even that isn’t relieving my pain. I have tried all I can think of…I don’t really want to go to the doc, I am just wondering what are some home remedy ideas for relief?!
A: Are your neck and shoulders really tense and knotted up? When I’m really stressed, my muscles there bunch up and I get headaches until I can loosen them. If that’s whats happening to you try a few things:
Take a really hot shower, letting the water concentrate on your neck and shoulders. Try to stretch the muscles and massage them. Put a heating pad on that area while watching tv or relaxing. Usually this helps me, even when meds dont.
Q: Headache relief?????
So i’ve had a headache for like a month, and i’ve taken tylenol and advil and all sorts of different types of drugs but i know that taking too many is really bad for your stomach. Does any one know any ways to relieve headaches that IS NOT taking pain relief tablets?
Please, no smart a** answers like “take tylenol”
Also, I have been to the doctor this past summer for the same thing, and he stuck some freezing in the back of my head and told me to push on the back of my head to make it go away… but it doesn’t work.
also… that does not mean that i have been taking different types of drugs TOGETHER. 
A: If you have truly had a headache for a month straight, I’d advise you to seek medical help. I am only mentioning this to err on the side of caution. Many medical issues arise when your symptom is sustained headache for long periods of time.. such as a brain tumor, brain cancer, chemical imbalance, fluid retention in the brain (hydrocephalus), or a weak or bulging blood vessel about to go or meningitis. So if it has REALLY been that long.. seek medical care asap.
Take it from someone who is a migraine sufferer… long term headaches hurt like heck. I can tell you alllll about the prescription meds if you want.. just email me and I’ll give you a run down on what I know about them. However, you wanted info on NOT taking any medication..
I can ease my migraines away by doing simple things. First, I stuff tissue paper in my ears. I discovered that the ’sound’ of air rushing by my head is amplified when I have a pounding head. This seems to alleviate at least the pounding. Don’t use ear plugs… they cause too much pressure in your ear drum (or at least it was for me). Good ole’ toilet paper stuffed in makes a world of difference to me.
Secondly.. if you smoke.. don’t. At least while you have a headache. It constricts your blood vessels and of course makes your head feel worse.
Some people say a huge dose of caffeine. It works for some. Not me. But I have taken prescription pain relief that had caffeine as a main ingredient. It dialates the blood vessels so it keeps your head from pounding too much.
Last resort…….. stuff your ears like I said… stay out of bright lights.. and go to bed.
If you are having continous headaches all the time, see your doctor. There are a lot of preventative non-steroidal meds that can help.
I’ve been a major migraine sufferer (head migraines AND optical migraines) for 15 years and have finally found relief by a prescription epilepsy medicine for prevention and shots for pain. Soooo.. it could be worse.
I can tell you one of the major tricks of not getting a headache that bad is to catch it as it is about to happen. Even if it is just a twinge.. take something. It’ll keep it from coming. I know you didn’t want to take anything, but my suggestion is 2 aleve.. stuff the ears and go to bed. I have found Aleve to be the best for over the counter headaches.. not tylenol.
Do email me if you want some info on the whole headache drug issue before seeing a doctor. I’ll give you the low-down so you can ask your doctor all about them. In the meantime, I hope you find some relief.
*hugs*
Q: headache relief?
i have a bad headache no pain killers or ne thing what can i do to relieve the pain and go to bed ?
A: Drink lots of water and massage you temples. Keep your eyes closed and hum softly while you do it. It gives you a sence of peace and massageing your temples relaxes you so that you are not tense and this helps headaches go away. This is what I do because i hate swallowing pills. Hope i could help ya!
Q: Migraine relief, does anyone know how to get some migraine headache relief?
Do you guys have any tips that can help get over migraines? You know some migraine relief tips…. Nobody should have to suffer with a migraine so what are some migraine headache relief steps to take to get over one?
A: Well if you do not like medicines too much there are some natural cures to migraines out there. I found a site on it and you may want to check it out. Goodluck!
Q: What herbal teas should i try if i like Oolong tea to get stress relief and headache relief?
I LOVE Oolong tea, but i would like to start trying some herbal teas…mainly to get the healing affects of the different herbs for different things, like stress relief, or headache relief. What would you suggest for a good herbal tea to start off with?
A: Sure chamomile tea or valerian tea is really good for thier calming effects and stress relief. For mild headache relief try some rosemary tea. Really bad headache relief white willow bark made into a tea with some green tea added for caffiene to make it work faster. If you have migraines your just screwed unless you have some opium poppy tea.
Q: What can you take for headache relief while pregnant?
I’ve got a mild but existent headache. I normally take excedrin but was told by my doc to NOT take any. What can or should I take instead?
Any other med’s to not take?
A: Tylenol is safe to take,
Check out this website for what is safe and what is not!! Hope it helps!
http://women.webmd.com/pregnancy-taking-medicine
Q: What is good for instant headache relief?
I have this pounding headache from the day before still and wanted to know what over the counter pain reliever can cut it so I can go on with my day. The on will get the points!!!!
A: I am an alternative medicinal therapist and an ex nurse. I used to suffer from these everyday for years. I now take Feverfew capsules, they take a time to get into the system but they have been proven to be the best thing out. Your problem at the moment needs solving now, so I have found the best thing that works is NUROFEN PLUS. They contain codeine and Ibuprofen. I don’t normally recommend them because they can harm the stomach wall, so eat something before you take them
Try placing an ice pack behind your neck, it may be that your STERNOMASTOID muscle is inflamed, I suffer from this and it always works.Also Lavender oil on a hanky and inhaled also helps.
If you need any more help contact me on alternative@medicine123.wanadoo.co.uk but please give me your full e mail address as it is not easy to contact you on yahoo answers.
Gloria(BSYA)
Q: Can someone help with headache relief please?
I’m a not so healthy 32 yr old male. I get severe headaches that make me want to jump out a window. I’ve learned over the years that certain foods, exercise, drinking(only sometimes) all bring on a headache. My main concern is that no matter how bad the headache is it gets even worse if i lay down. Is this something to be concerned with? I don’t take any OTC meds because they just don’t work. What can I do short of beheading myself to stop this?
A: Turn all the light off, sit in a darkened corner, put on noise canceling headphones if you can’t get a quiet spot. I’d take a little bit of the OTC anyway, it might dull something that isn’t as bad but still on the pile of stress for you.
If you normally have things with caffeine in them, keep the caffeine level the same. Fluxes in caffeine can make them even worse. (at least they do with mine.)
You can check out the webmd site, but you probably know all of it.
http://women.webmd.com/guide/migraines-headaches-migraines
I would see a doctor though, they can try some not over the counter stuff and see if one will work for you. Track how often you get them and how long they last, and take the list into the doctor with you. Depending on frequency they might give you something at first sign or something to just keep them away.
Q: what is a good headache relief without drugs?
what is a good headache relief without drugs? it weird i know but i cant take drugs any unless i ask my doctor and i have to make an appoinment. would like to know if any one knows of a home remedy ot a tea. please help
A: A lot of headaches are caused by simply being dehydrated. Try a glass of water, resting in a darkened room and rubbing a smear of lavender oil on your temples.
Q: Any suggestion on headache relief that is not oral besides head-on?
My 10 year old has a severe headache but is also vomiting. She threw up the medicine. Anything else I can do for her to relieve her headache. Laying down in a quiet room with a cold cloth is not helping either. Thanks!
Her problem is hen she doesn’t eat often enough, she gets these headaches and sometimes she vomits. I have already talked to my Docter and he said just ake sure she snacks often. She was over a friends house and forgot to snack.
A: I think you should call her doctor. A headache that is bad enough to make you vomit needs to be looked at.
Q: very good natural herbal extract for getting relief from headache and other small illness without side effects?
Hello people,
somebody please help me to get a very good natural herbal extract for getting relief from headache, pain and other small illness without side effects. I have been using some local brands, but now i feel its not having any effects on my headache, etc. So i like to purchase a good natural herbal extract preferably it can be purchased online, Thank you. I’m waiting for your reply.
A: Herbs such as Cayenne (Capsicum frutescens/Capsicum spp.), Peppermint (Mentha x piperita,) Dong quai (Angelica sinensis), Devil’s claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) and Ginkgo biloba (Ginkgo biloba) can be extremely beneficial in helping to soothe pounding headaches. In addition, studies have suggested that the herb Feverfew, when used regularly, can help to eliminate or greatly reduce the frequency and severity of headaches and migraines.
You may get details on these remedies over here http://www.healthherbsandnutrition.com/products/headachesoothe.htm and http://www.healthherbsandnutrition.com/products/migoneplus.htm and http://www.all4naturalhealth.com/herb-for-headaches.html
Q: Any suggestions for headache relief when pregnant?
I am 10 weeks pregnant and I have the never ending headache! I have takenTylenol and tried ice packs, wrapping my head with a towel, sleeping masks. My dr says that I have to wait it out at this point but it is just becoming so hard to think, drive and function. Any advise please!!
A: I tried eating some fruits. They relieve my headaches somewhat, then I take a tylenol soon afterwards to soothe it further. Then a nap is good. Yep…a good ole nap!
Q: if i take a homeopathic headache relief and it doesnt seem to work can i take regular medicine?
even if the homeopathic stuff hasn’t worn off yet?
it’s hyland’s migraine relief
says its natural
says its natural
i wanted to take some rapid release tylenol with it
A: Yes. The best thing about homeopathic medicine is that it doesn’t need time to wear off.
Q: Migraine headache relief, how can it be done?
Does anyone know how you can get some migraine headache relief? Thanks for the help everyone!
A: Well make sure you are not drinking too much caffeine as that can cause a migraine. I am not expert but there is a site that deals with it in my source which may can help you. I sure hope it does!
Q: can i take allergy relief and a headache relief?
and some cough drops ? im sick right now and i have a bad headache and my throat hurts. its allergy season for me right now. please respnd fast i cant take my bad headache any much longer.
A: Yes, you can take both meds at the same time but I would only take one of each to start to make sure you don’t have a bad reaction to them. You should not have any reaction but some people do. As far as your headache, take a pain reliever then put an icepack on your head where it hurts the most. Wrap it in a thin cloth (dish towel works good) and hold it on your head where it hurts the most for 15-20 minutes. That will constrict the blood vessels and the headache will feel better. I’ve had headaches all my life and I do this all the time. Just stay quiet while you are holding the ice on your head and stay quiet for a while after it goes away or it will come right back. You can use the ice every hour for 15-20 minutes until your head stops hurting. It only takes once for me.
