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Headache is a common complaint that occurs frequently in some. It can be easily countered by simple medications.
A headache literally means pain in the head . In many cases, it does not stop with the head and may extend on to the neck and upper back. It is a very common complaint that may occur frequently in some people.

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Brain Size Shrinks Among Older People With History of Migraine and Depression
A new study reveals that elderly people who have a history of migraines and depression may have smaller brain tissue volumes.

Leech Therapy Relieves Arthritis, Chronic Headaches and More
Leech therapy helps provide relief to many patients suffering from different illnesses.

Scientists Discover Genetic Cause for Migraine
BYU chemistry professor Emily Bates has discovered the genetic cause for migraine headaches.

Scientists Explore Link Between Colic and Migraines
Children and adolescents who have experienced migraine headaches are more likely to have had colic as an infant, finds study published in JAMA.

Causes of Migraines Nearly Impossible to Determine, Say Researchers
It is impossible to determine the cause of a patient's migraine episodes without undergoing formal experiments, say researchers.

Brain Abnormalities in Migraine Patients
Magnetic resonance imaging shows the presence of brain abnormalities that are related to migraines. The research is published online in the journal Radiology.

Migraine Severity can be Predicted by Blood Levels of Fat Cell Hormone
Measuring the blood levels of a fat-derived protein called adiponectin (ADP) before and after migraine treatment can reveal which headache victims felt pain relief, say researchers.

You can Bet on Sex as a Cure for Headaches Much More Than Painkillers
Researchers have suggested that sex seems to be a better remedy for headaches than painkillers.

Bananas: Cure for Migraine
Lisa Poyner a mother of two from West Sussex has found that munching on a banana every couple of hours was a miracle cure for her incurable migraine.

'Star Trek' Headband Could A Boon For Migraine Sufferers
Scientists have developed a band, resembling like a device from 'Star trek,' which they claim to prevent migraines when worm across the forehead for twenty minutes a day.

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Biofeedback Treatment for Anxiety, Migraine and Blood Pressure

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Headache / Cephalgia

A headache literally means pain in the head . It is a common complaint that may occur frequently in some

Headache Symptom Evaluation

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Quiz on Headache
Every head has its own headache - Arab Proverb quotes

Who has never suffered from a headache? Check your knowledge on how much you know about headaches. Answer the 11 questions in the quiz and find out.

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Chili Peppers may Aid Millions of Migraine Sufferers
Similarities between body's response to chili oil and the chemical pathways leading to migraine are being explored by researchers to develop a specific anti-migraine drug.

New Drug With Vitamin B and Folate May Aid Migraine Sufferers
A group of Australian researchers have come up with a new drug containing folate and vitamin B to treat migraine.

Drugs Used in the Prevention of Migraine
Pharmacologic agents, complementary therapies as well as new therapies for prevention of menstrually associated migraines have been included in revised guidelines.

Lightning Can Initiate a Migraine Attack
Migraine patients could possibly predict attacks using weather forecasts. According to scientists, lightning may stimulate headaches.

Migraine in Women-The Role of Hormones
How is migraine; the most commonly dreaded disorder affecting a huge number of women around the globe? Does it have anything to do with the menstrual cycle? Does hormone fluctuation affect it?

Drink Water for Relief from Headache
New studies found that drinking seven glasses of water can cure headache and migraines. This is a placebo effect of water but found to be comparatively effective against pills.

Lasmiditan - A New Drug for Migraine in Clinical Trials
Lasmiditan is a new drug in the pipeline for the treatment of migraine.

Watch That Headache If You Are Pregnant
Does history of headaches have anything do to with an increased risk of premature placental detachment? A new study probes to find out the correlation.

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Acetaminophen Acetaminophen is a non-opiate, analgesic and antipyretic, prescribed for headache, pain (muscle ache, backache) and fever either alone or combin...	Acetaminophen, Butalbital and Caffeine Acetaminophen, Butalbital and Caffeine contains analgesic, antipyretic and depressant agent, prescribed for tension headache, pain and anxiety. ...
Almotriptan Almotriptan is a triptan, prescribed for acute migraine attacks. The medication results in the contraction of blood vessels surrounding the br...	Amitriptyline Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant, prescribed for depression. It is also prescribed for migraine and nerve pain. ...
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Aspirin, Butalbital and Caffeine Aspirin, Butalbital and Caffeine contains barbiturate, central nervous system stimulant, analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory agents, prescribed fo...	Buclizine Buclizine is an antihistamine, prescribed for motion sickness, migraine, nausea, and skin disorders. ...
Buprenorphine Buprenorphine is a narcotic analgesic, prescribed for moderate to severe pain....	Cyclobenzaprine Cyclobenzaprine is a skeletal muscle relaxant, prescribed for pain and stiffness caused by muscle strains and sprains....
Divalproex Divalproex is an anticonvulsant, prescribed for bipolar disorder, epilepsy and to prevent migraine headache....	Eletriptan Eletriptan is a triptan compound, prescribed for migraine. It blocks the release of substances from the nerve endings of the brain that cause...
Ergotamine Sublingual Ergotamine Sublingual is an ergot derivative, prescribed for migraine headache with or without aura. ...	Ergotamine Tartrate and Caffeine Ergotamine Tartrate and Caffeine is an ergot alkaloid, prescribed for migraine headache....
Flunarizine Flunarizine is a calcium channel blocker, prescribed for migraine occlusive peripheral vascular disease, vertigo of central and peripheral ori...	Frovatriptan Frovatriptan is a serotonin 5-HT1 receptor agonist ("triptan"), indicated for treatment of acute migraine in adults. ...
Ibuprofen Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), prescribed for mild to moderate pain, inflammation and fever. This medication de...	Isometheptene and Dichloralphenazone and APAP Isometheptene and Dichloralphenazone and APAP contains an analgesic, sedative, and sympathomimetic, prescribed for certain types of headaches....
Melatonin Melatonin is a light-sensitive hormone, prescribed for management of jet lag and other sleep disorders. It can also be used in the treatment...	Methysergide Methysergide is a partially synthetic compound, prescribed for prevention or reduction of intensity and frequency of vascular headaches. ...
Metoprolol Metoprolol is a beta-blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure either alone or with other medications. It is also used for chest pain, migraine...	Naratriptan Naratriptan is a triptan drug (Abortive medication) prescribed for migraine. It results in the contraction of blood vessels surrounding the brain ...
Paracetamol Paracetamol is a non-opiate, analgesic and antipyretic, prescribed for headache, pain (muscle ache, backache) and fever either alone or combin...	Rizatriptan Rizatriptan is is a selective serotonin receptor agonist, prescribed for the treatment of migraines in adults....
Sumatriptan Sumatriptan is a selective serotonin receptor agonist, prescribed for the acute treatment of migraine attacks with or without aura in adults ...	Sumatriptan Succinate and Naproxen Sodium Sumatriptan Succinate and Naproxen Sodium contains triptan and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, prescribed for migraine....
Sumatriptan Transdermal System (TDS) Sumatriptan Transdermal System (TDS) is a triptan drug, prescribed for migraine with or without aura....	Timolol Ophthalmic Timolol Ophthalmic is a non-selective beta-adrenergic receptor blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure, heart attack, and migraine headaches. ...
Tolfenamic Acid Tolfenamic Acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), prescribed for migraine. ...	Zolmitriptan Zolmitriptan is a selective serotonin receptor agonist, prescribed for migraine....