Electronic Stimulation Treatment Helps Patients To Control Migraine Pain

Electronic Stimulation Treatment Helps Patients To Control Migraine Pain    

There is a device that administers electric stimulation for controlling migraines. But unlike electrodes for EEG, the electrodes are not located in the head or the forehead, but the arm. The electric stimulation is run by a device similar to a music player or even a smartphone app. It defines a personalized relief program via neuromodulation. It has advantages over drugs because the relief is faster. Click here for more information.

 

This New Drug Gives Hope To Patients Diagnosed With Untreatable Migraines

This New Drug Gives Hope To Patients Diagnosed With Untreatable Migraines    

It Inhibits The Pain Receptors Responsible For The Migraine Signals    

There is a new drug that helps with untreatable migraines. Some migraine sufferers respond poorly to other medications, defining their migraine as “untreatable”. These patients had been treated previously with four types of treatments, which has not worked for them. A new drug, called Erenumab, has proven to reduce migraine attacks in this group of patients. The study showed that 30% of the patients had half the number of migraine attacks, improving their quality of life. The drug inhibits a certain receptor responsible for sending the migraine pain signals. More Information click here.

 

Avoiding The Foods That Can Trigger A Migraine

Avoiding The Foods That Can Trigger A Migraine    

Studies have found out that there are foods that can trigger migraines. Ne of them are nitrites, which are contained in processed meats, like sausage, bacon, and ham. Also, MSG is used in Chinese food and in salad dressings, snacks, seasoning salts. How to eliminate these foods from your diet?. More details click here.

 

Drug-Less Migraine Trial Focusing In The Neck And Not The Head

Drug-Less Migraine Trial Focusing In The Neck And Not The Head    

One of the causes of migraine might be located in the neck, in which the vertebral disks presses the nerves. To research it, a clinic is conducting a study focusing on the neck and not the head, and without drugs. More Information click here.

 

A Gene Variation That Allows Adapting To Cold Is Linked To Migraine Headaches

A Gene Variation That Allows Adapting To Cold Is Linked To Migraine Headaches    

This Is A Result Of Early Human Migrations And Can Explain The Prevalence Of Migraine In Certain Human Groups    

Researchers have discovered a gene related to the ability to detect and respond to cool temperatures. A variation of this gene is common in people living in cold temperatures, and is related to migraine headaches, according to specialists. This variation might have been the result of the earlier migrations from Africa to other parts of the world, 50,000 years ago. According to researchers, this variation is very uncommon in people with Nigerian ancestry, by very common on people with Finnish ancestry, which had to adapt to colder climates. The study has also found a correlation between this gene variation and migraine headaches, which would explain why migraine is more prevalent among certain human groups. Additional info click here.

 

Sinusitis Headache Must Not Be Confused With A Migraine

Sinusitis Headache Must Not Be Confused With A Migraine        

Also, Nasal Sprays Only Deliver Short-Term Relief    

Sinusitis is the inflammation of the sinus cavities and can be painful. There are several myths related to it. It causes a persistent headache, which can be confused with a migraine. However, migraines can be identified because they often include symptoms like flashing sensations, blurred vision, and nausea. Another myth is that sinusitis can be relieved with a nasal spray. The truth is that it delivers short-term relief for congestion, but it’s not viable as a long-term treatment. In some cases, it develops a dependence due to prolonged use. Also, the specialist must determine if it is caused by a viral or bacterial infection, because the patient may begin taking antibiotics unnecessarily. More details click here.

 

Retinal Migraine Includes Flashes Of Light, But Not Headaches

Retinal Migraine Includes Flashes Of Light, But Not Headaches    

It Can Also Cause Temporary Blindness In One Eye    

Migraine is not always related to headache symptoms. This is the case of ocular or retinal migraine, which includes signs such as blurred vision, flashes of light and temporary blindness. Since it excludes headaches, it is often called “silent migraine”. Another difference is that it usually affects only one eye, while a headache-type migraine with aura affects the vision of both eyes. The cause is the sudden narrowing of blood vessels in one eye, reducing the blood flow. Additional details click here.