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Migraines in Children Linked to Emotional Problems

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    In a recently published study on migraines in children, scientists focused on elementary-school aged children suffering from chronic headaches, including migraine headaches and tension-type headaches. Their findings indicate a stronger propensity for behavior issues when migraines occur in children, versus other forms of pediatric headaches. The Brazilian study on migraines in children focused […]

Migraine Symptoms- a Short List

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    Most people think that migraine symptoms only involve headaches– really strong headaches, but still- just that. Any chronic migraine sufferer can tell you that the constant throbbing headaches are just the tip of the iceberg. Migraine symptoms can vary according to each patient, depending on the type of migraine attack one usually sufferers, […]

Arthritis Headaches- When Joint Stiffness Triggers Migraines

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    Arthritis headaches are a painful symptom of certain varieties of arthritis, but are made worse when migraines are also a factor. For some, joint swelling and stiffness from arthritis also accompanies chronic headaches. Here are some ways that arthritis can cause arthritis headaches and trigger migraine headaches. Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is the most typical […]

Headaches from Teeth Clenching- Tips to Stop the Grind

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    If you’re the type who carries stress in your jaw, then you are likely to get a lot of headaches from teeth clenching. Bruxism, which occurs when you unconsciously grind your teeth throughout the day and even at night while you’re sleeping, is a common migraine trigger. Here are some tips to help […]

Fall Weather Migraines- What’s the Connection?

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    What is it about fall weather migraines? Seasonal migraines are common for most chronic migraine patients- springtime introduces pollen headaches, sweltering summers bring on throbbing headaches triggered by dehydration, and frigid winters chill the bones and cause aching joints and muscle stiffness. But some of the factors influencing fall weather migraines are less […]

If your Headache is a Migraine…Are you sure?

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    Do you know for certain if your headache is a migraine, or one of other types of chronic headache? If none of the medications you’ve tried to get rid of headaches have worked, then perhaps you’re going about it the wrong way. Here are some tips to help you determine if your headache […]

Migraine Aura and Prodrome- What’s the Difference?

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    Migraine aura and prodrome are both warning signs that tell you that a migraine is about to attack. But not all migraine sufferers experience migraines with aura, and sometimes, the symptoms of prodrome are hard to detect. Here are some helpful clues to help you tell the difference between the migraine aura and […]

Migraines and Work Stress:Surprising Symptoms

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    Migraines and work stress are some of the biggest health crises facing migraine sufferers today.  Work stress is not only bad for productivity; it’s also detrimental to your health! Migraines and work stress have been correlated in countless studies, accounting for a rising unemployment rate and disability among migraine patients all over the […]

Migraines and Work Stress: 3 Tips for Keeping your Cool

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    Migraines and work stress are a growing problem for migraine sufferers everywhere- coping with constant migraine headaches while struggling to make ends meet in a shaky economy creates a very tense work environment. About 43% of US citizens have experienced job stress caused by rudeness in the workplace, according to a survey. To […]

Migraines and stroke: How to tell the Difference

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    If you get chronic migraines with aura, then your chances of suffering symptoms of both migraines and stroke are greater than average- many studies correlate migraine symptoms such as disorientation, muscular feebleness, and visual disturbances with increased risk for stroke. Here are some tips for distinguishing symptoms of migraines and stroke. Understanding migraines […]