migraine treatment
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Q: migraine treatment?
so ok …i get migraine headaches abt twice a week and it lasts for the whole day. So i was wondering if there is any treatment for it or if there is something anyone of u know tht causes the headache and somthing tht is better for the headache? …any suggestions?
A: I’m a nurse. Topamax is a medication that has helped many people with migraines. You would need to see a doctor for a prescription. You can also try the many OTC meds and see if it helps you at all. Take care.
Q: Migraine Treatment?
I am losing insurance at the end of the month and need treatment for migraines. I can’t take triptans because of high blood pressure. I have been taking topamax for almost two months with no result. I suffer almost everyday with one or two migraines. I had a baby two months ago and was diagnosed with pregnancy induced migraines because I never suffered with them before. I don’t know how much longer I can go with feeling like this and properly taking care of my baby. Any advise for what to do?
A: Trish pl see what suits you.
If you are in cold country use all warm things.
Pl try cold water bath and observe if in hot country, if pain increases use warm.
If you have cough/cold body hot water bath will help.
Massage and exercise in front of morning sun is good thing, pl try.
Pl try simple acupressure given below for immediate relief.
If it fails you will have to go for Acupuncture.
There is hardly any medicine for H/A OR MIGRAINE. Not only these but for RA, OA, Back ache, Ear ache/ringing, Stomach ache and almost all painful diseases. Hence they become chronic.
Acidity, WORRY, sadness, excessive wind, cold , heat, sour food and sinusitis, constipation, intestinal inflammation; drug side effects, stress, bad smell, TV & COMPUTER SOMETIMES, Blockage in the flow of Vital Energy, BODY CONSTITUTION etc are their causes.
None of them can be treated with medicine.
Our 100% success in treating migraine &H/A confirms it.
Acupuncture is the best treatment.
I can treat it with naturopathy and YOG, but how can you manage pl see.
Pain killers don’t treat the pain but we loose the sense of pain for some time; in that duration our body itself treats sometime and credit goes to meds.
The useless drugs have tremendous power of side effects like liver/kidney failures, ulcer, inflammation of intestines and lot more.
But you try one herbal remedy- two drops of drumstick leaves’ juice in opposite nostril if one side pains and both nostrils if full H/A will give you rescue. Betel leaf helps but it is very strong.
If it is acute pl search a painful point (with round tipped pen/jimmy) 3-6 mm behind your thumb nail and press it, H/A will disappear within 30 seconds.
For forehead/eye pain the points are in front of nails on the finger tips or 3-7 mm below.
It may disappear naturally too.
Source(s):
SHREE SWASTHYAYOG TREATMENT, TRAINING & RESEARCH INSTITUTE
R.H. 19, Jhulelal Society, Sector 2/E, Airoli, Navi Mumbai, INDIA.
Q: Migraine treatment?
I’ve had migraines for about ten years now. I’ve been on Topamax, Imitrex, birth control, and a bunch of nasal sprays. Nothing works. Every time I got to a doctor they try to put me back on topamax. Has anyone been treated for migraines with something else that worked when topamax didn’t? I’m trying to looking into different treatment options but I’m not sure where to start.
I get migraines at least twice a week and they’re usually so bad that I can’t do anything.
I’ve kept a food diary and there never seems to be any correlation between food and the migraines. My mom and grandma also used to have migraines when they were younger.
And I dunno if this is important but I generally have low blood pressure (98/56 was the last reading)
A: HI Oryx
Here are a few testimonials on healing the issue.
VITAMIN B AND MAGNESIUM
7/31/2007: Chris (ckjj55@hotmail.com) from San Antonio, Texax writes: “My wife had suffered from debilitating migraines for years. The various presciptions the doctors prescribed did not work and had significant side effects. Finally, I did a ton of research and found that migraines are caused by a deficiency of Vitamin B and Magnesium. Since then, a good B-complex vitamin and magnesium supplement a day keeps the migraines away. They start up if she misses more than a day. Also, before she started this supplement, she ended up in the ER again with a massive migraine–I convinced and strong armed the doctor to administer IV magnesium (it couldn’t hurt). Amazingly, her migraine was gone in 10 to 20 minutes. He had never seen this–my wife was amazed–she didn’t know what the doctors did and didn’t believe me until the doctor confirmed. Since then, she is very careful about taking her B-complex and magnesium supplements.”
8/4/2007: Ginnie (gloryboundservant/@/yahoo.com) from Jeffersonville, Indiana writes: “I was having problems with acid reflux, migraines, and yeast infections. For over a year now I have been taking 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar right before bed and I have not had problems since. The doctor was going to put me on medicine for my acid reflux, and since I started taking apple cider vinegar, the medication is not needed.”
Best of health to you
Q: Can anyone recommend a good acupuncturist for migraine treatment in Islington/ Old Street/Hackney area?
Has anyone had any success with any acupuncturists near N1 preferably in migraine treatment but if you know any that have been really good for other problems that could be helpful too. I’ve looked through lists of all the registered ones in the area but there’s no way of knowing if any of them are any good so really need some personal recommendations.
Many thanks
A: Unfortunately the latest evidence based study involving acupuncture failed to show it was any better than random needle pricks and thus merely a placebo effect.
Q: What is the most efficacious treatment for migraine headaches?
Migraine headaches is the biggest source of chronic pain. There is however a very thin line of distinction between Cervicogenic, Migraine and Tension headaches. I reckon drugs are the first line of defence however do other forms of treatment like physiotherapy help at all .
A: to be honest, i dont know about physiotherapy. i suffered from migraines for years until i was refered to a “headache specialist”, not a “neurologist”, but a headache specialist, after my initial consultation, she felt that my migraines were caused by a vitamin deficiency, she ordered tests, and sure enough, B12 deficient.
ever since then, i take 1000 mcg of B12 every day and have not even had so much as a hint of a headache since then.
it might be something worth checking out for you.
Q: For treatment of migraine and nueorological diagnosis?
Christian medical college(Vellore) and NIMHANS(Bangalore), which of these two institutes are better for the treatment of migraine and diagnosis of some other neurological disorders?The patient has been already diagnosed with migraine,would like to obtain treatment for it,please suggest which institute is better?CMC Vellore or NIMHANS Bangalore?I would like to have suggestions regarding some other medical institutes or organisations,that are renouned for this kind of treatment,provided it is in India.
A: These are both good hospitals so I can’t really say. But I do know that NIMHANS is supposed to be THE neurological place in India. However, ultimately I think it is not so much which hospital you must choose but which doctor. Try to ask around and see who is a highly recommended and experienced doctor in this field. (Sorry but I don’t know more than that .. )
Q: what is the treatment to migraine problem?
i m a bcs student.most of my time spend on pc…….thats required in my course… but now m going through the migraine problem(half headache)…what to do? i am already under treatment since last 2 years.please help me
A: You can use transdermal treatment as opposed to oral medication. See attached article for more information.
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2336660/top_transdermal_migraine_treatments_pg2.html?cat=
Q: what is ophthalmic migraine treatment?
i have ophthalmic migraine it really interfere my life, do you know suitable solution?
A: Ophthalmic Migraine
Ophthalmic migraine is quite common. Patients usually experience visual symptoms of seeing bright zig-zag type lines in their central or peripheral (side) vision. These bright lines may have associated flashing light sensations and sometimes can interfere with vision. There are many variations of symptoms. These symptoms usually resolve spontaneously after several minutes but usually less than one hour. Often, rest in a darkened room can be helpful during a migraine attack. Medical treatment is usually not necessary.
Sometimes, there can be a headache after the visual symptoms resolve. This is called migraine headache with visual prodrome. Some people get migraine headaches without the visual symptoms. Some people get the visual symptoms without the headache. This is called Ophthalmic Migraine. The cause is due to a temporary spasm in the blood vessels behind the eye called “vasospasm” similar to a spasm or cramp that you may have once experienced in one of your leg muscles (Charlie-Horse). Usually, this resolves without treatment and many people never have another episode. Some people may continue to have them. An examination of the eye is important to rule out any other causes for these symptoms.
Q: Propranolol and its effectivesness in migraine treatment?
How does it work and what does it do????
My husbands just been referred to a Neurologist…finally and in the meantime the Doc has prescribed these…how will they help him?
A: Propranolol is an antihypertensive which works by blocking the beta receptors. I was found mostly as an incidental finding that people who were placed on this medication for blood pressure or cardiac reasons had a decrease in recurring headaches. Studies have substantiated that decrease, thus it is now used to prevent headaches in persons with recurring headaches especially migraines.
I have found that, in my experience that there are better prophylactic medications, but the propranolol may help until your husband can see the neurologist.
Headaches are complex issues and have many causes and triggers. The mechanism of migraines have not been confirmed but there are new theories about the cause which have changed how they are treated.
Prior to your husbands appointment go to this site:
www.headaches.org
Under the patient section and educational resources tab you will find a printable headache diary. Have your husband start filling this out prior to seeing the neurologist. Also look at the diet section for an idea of which foods may trigger his headaches. There is also a section on how to talk to your headache doctor, this can give you ideas of the kinds of information which will be needed to help your husband and you can have the information ready.
Headaches are treatable, and can be reduced in frequency with proper therapies. These include medication diet and non medication therapies like accupuncture and biofeedback.
Trying the propranolol to see if it works. This is part of the method for finding the right medications for your husband.
Q: My daughter has put on weight after migraine treatment please suggest diet?
A: The best strategy for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is to eat a variety of foods, including fruits and vegetables, and get lots of exercise. Meeting with a nutritionist can be helpful. It is not just the quantity of food, but also the quality. Before the visit, it is often recommended that your daughter keep a record of everything she eats on three different days including at least one weekend day.
Many suggestions about eating habits apply for the whole family and make it much easier for your daughter. For example, It is always wise to eat breakfast because when we skip meals, we run low on energy and tend to eat more at another meal. Likewise, healthy morning and afternoon snacks can keep appetites low and energy levels high. Limit juice, minimize sugar-containing soda, and consider a change from whole milk to low fat (1 or 2 percent). Drinking six to eight glasses of water a day may also help. Get regular exercise, both individually and as a family–after dinner walks, Sunday bike rides, or other activities.
Q: i want to know tha treatment and precautions for headache and migraine?
im sufferin in severe migraine. i took many treatements. but ,still im suffering. i want to know the best treatments for migraine i need ur advice. that will help me to cure
A: A migraine headache is caused by hormonal fluctuations which
cause blood vessels in the head and neck to contract and then
dilate. The first phase, or contraction phase, may last minutes,
hours, or days. During this phase, symptoms can be spots in
front of the eyes, difficulty concentrating, and cold fingertips
and hands. This is called an “aura”. Many people recognize this
phase of their headaches; many others don’t notice any symptoms
at this time. Some people who think they don’t have an “aura”
can learn to recognize it.
When the blood vessels dilate, the headache pain starts.
Apparently the hormones over-react. Instead of just going from a
contracted state back to normal, the blood vessels dilate much
wider than normal, causing pain. Other things also happen about
the same time: swelling of the brain, release of certain
chemicals, and perhaps muscle tension. These things add to the pain.
The following are natural remedies:
1) Chiropractic trement
2) biofeedback
3) Aupuncture, aromatherapy, and myotherapy
4) multivitamin treatments.
5)food sensitivity, increassed blood sugar
6) nutritional supplements
7) herbs
sex hormones.
Most of the treatments in this FAQ are used to prevent migraines
from happening. This section describes things you can do when
you’re in pain, to reduce the pain.
— Have a bath or shower.
— Lie down to rest in a dark room.
— Avoid bright or flashing light.
— Put something cold on the back of your neck, such as
a cold, wet cloth; or alternate hot and cold cloths
where the pain is.
— Put a cold compress on your forehead and your feet in a
container of warm water.
— Have a drink of water or natural juice, especially tomato juice.
— Have some food, or a nutritious drink, if you
haven’t eaten for a while.
— Massage your own face, head, neck and shoulders, or get someone
else to do those and your back. Relax your muscles.
— Press on two pressure points at the back of the neck. These
points are about two inches apart, just below the base of
the skull. Press for a minute or two. This releases
endorphins that help against pain.
— Massage or press on the fleshy area between thumb and
forefinger.
— Gently lean the head to left or right to stretch the neck muscles.
Massage and relax any tense muscles.
— Avoid sources of stress. Cancel activities so there’s less
to worry about.
— Avoid exercise during a headache if it makes throbbing pain
in the head and neck worse. On
the other hand, generally exercise improves health, and
it may help you relax during a headache.
— Take some niacin (a form of vitamin B3). Taking enough
niacin to cause a flush (blood rushing to the skin) can
provide relief from headache pain, but this much niacin
can also have side effects (flush, nausea, heartburn,
liver damage, etc.) Niacinamide doesn’t have such bad
side effects, but isn’t as much use against migraines, either.
Smaller, safer amounts of niacin are also helpful.
Niacin can trigger a migraine, though.
— Take some vitamin C, vitamin B6, choline, tryptophan and niacin
and/or magnesium.
.Common migraine triggers include:
Hormonal changes. Although the exact relationship between hormones and headaches isn’t clear, fluctuations in estrogen seem to trigger headaches in many women with known migraines. Women with a history of migraines often report headaches immediately before or during their periods, and this corresponds to a major drop in estrogen. Others have an increased tendency to develop migraines during pregnancy or menopause. Hormonal medications, such as contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy, also may worsen migraines.
Foods. Certain foods appear to trigger headaches in some people. Common offenders include alcohol, especially beer and red wine; nuts, aged cheeses; chocolate; fermented, pickled or marinated foods; aspartame; overuse of caffeine; monosodium glutamate — a key ingredient in some Asian foods; certain seasonings; and many canned and processed foods. Skipping meals or fasting also can trigger migraines.
Stress. A hard week at work followed by relaxation may cause weekend migraines.
Sensory Stimuli- bright blights and sunglare can produce head pains. So can unusual smells -including pleasant smells such as flowers and perfumes. and unpleasant odors such as paint thinner and secondhand smoke.
Changes in wake-sleep pattern- either not enough sleep or too much sleep may trigger migraines in some individuals.
physical Activity- intense exercise even sex can trigger migraines.
A change in the environment– a change of weather, season, altitude levels; barometric pressure or time zone can promote migraine.
Medications some meds have headaches as side effects.
High blood pressure can also cause headaches. so will hypoglycemia or hunger
Q: Difference between migraine or headache and treatment of such?
I’ve had a headache every day for a week and today was the same. Then about 3:00 I heard some loud music and suddenly my headache was a lot worse, throbbing and I felt really nauseaus. I had to go lie down and my head hurt so bad. Any light and sound made it 3x worse, which I’ve heard is a migraine. It finally went away about 2 hours later after laying down and taking Excedrin. How do you know the difference between a migraine and headache and is there anything a doctor can do or would he just tell me to take OTC medicine?
A: No, your headache is not necessarily a migraine. Both migraines and headaches can cause sensitivity to light, nausea, and sound. There is a type of headache called Daily Persistant Headache that causes all three of these symptoms. Migraines are typically one sided, and the pain is usually located near the front of the head (around one of your temples). There is definitely something a doctor a can do. If you are diagnosed with migraines, you can be put on preventative medication. This won’t eliminate your migraines, but it will help. Your doctor can also help prescribe you a medication to take when you get a migraine, such as Zomig, Imitrex, Midrin, or Axert. Here is a list of various types of migraines and headaches: http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/types-of-headaches.html . It may be of further help to you. Good luck, and I hope that you get to feeling better!
Q: Does anyone know what Chinese Herb is used for the treatment of Migraine headaches?
Trying to switch to natural remedies and I’m just curious what an herb doctor would normally prescribe
A: Chinese herbal medicine uses several herbs at once to treat a specific condition.
Take a look at some examples here. These are Chinese patent formulas made specifically for headaches. Each one has several herbs that synergistically work together for headache relief.
http://www.holisticchineseherbs.com/headachesmigraines.html
Q: Birth control as migraine treatment?
I am 36 and have recently been prescribed Yaz in an attempt to control my migraine headaches. I haven’t started taking it yet but I was wondering if anyone has had an luck with treating their migraines with birth control? I noticed there were a lot of negative posting about Yaz, but most seemed to be by younger people. I wonder if age plays a factor in how well you tolerate birth control?
A: I take Loestrin 24 FE and it has helped immensely with my migraines! I had started having hormonally triggered migraines. My gyno explained it like this…Loestrin 24 has 3 more active pills than most BCs. Those extra 3 pills stair step down your hormone dosage so there isn’t a sudden change in hormone levels which he thought was responsible for my migraines. Its worked for me! I’ve never taken Yaz so I don’t know anything about it, but Loestrin is worth trying. I’m 31 in case it matters. I still have the odd migraine but I no longer have monthly ones that line up with right before my period.
Good luck!
Q: What are the best drugs for the treatment of migraine headaches?
A: Headache is a pain in the head, scalp or neck. Headaches can be
caused by minor problems like eyestrain, lack of coffee or more
serious reasons like head injury, brain tumors, encephalitis and
meningitis. Taking painkillers continuously can have harmful side
effects, so it is better to modify your lifestyle. More information
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