Tension-type headaches
A tension-type headache is the most common type of primary headache. Many people have 1 or 2 headaches of this type every month. Sometimes they develop more frequently, typically during times of stress. Approximately 3% of people have a ... [... more]
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Headache in children
The possible causes, symptoms and treatment of headaches in children Most children get at least one headache a year. Find out about the possible causes and which symptoms you should be concerned about. Headache is pain of any sort in or around ... [... more]
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DDAVP Injection
Desmopressin increases substances in the blood that are responsible for clotting the blood (blood clotting factors). It is therefore used also to prevent bleeding in blood clotting disorders such as haemophillia. Headaches that are caused as a ... [... more]
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4head stick (levomenthol)
The 4head stick is applied gently across the forehead to relieve headaches. The levomenthol is absorbed slowly into the skin, where it works by dilating the blood vessels in the local area. This causes a sensation of coolness, which is followed ... [... more]
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Nurofen (ibuprofen)
Nurofen tablets, caplets, liquid capsules, meltlets, Nurofen recovery, Nurofen migraine pain, Nurofen tension headaches and Nurofen back pain SR capsules all contain the active ingredient ibuprofen, which is a type of medicine called a ... [... more]
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Midrid
This preparation contains a combination of paracetamol and isometheptene mucate, and it is used in the treatment of migraine headaches. Although the cause of migraine attacks is not fully understood, it is thought that the widening of blood ... [... more]
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immediately
Headaches involve mild to severe pain in one or more parts of the head as well as the back of the neck. There are many different types of headache patterns and a variety of causes. While painful and annoying, the majority of headaches do not ... [... more]
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Sanomigran
Pizotifen belongs to a group of medicines called anti-histamines. It is used in the prevention of migraine headaches. Although the cause of migraine attacks is not fully understood, it is thought that the widening of blood vessels in the brain ... [... more]
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Astigmatism
Astigmatism is a treatable eye condition that can cause blurred vision and headaches. It happens when the front surface of the eye is uneven so images in the eye are blurred or out of focus. Most people with astigmatism are born with the ... [... more]
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Prodromal (pre-headache) or early warning stage
Migraine refers to a recurrent severe headache. These headaches are often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and/or sensitivity to sound. Migraines tend to occur at intervals; there may be days, weeks or months between attacks. ... [... more]
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Migraine auras
Most people suffer from headaches occasionally, but for some they can seriously affect their quality of life and may even be a sign of a more serious health problem. There are several different types of headache. It's important to get the ... [... more]
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Something in the air
About 7 million people in the UK struggle to cope with blocked noses, constant tickly sneezing, watery itchy eyes, headaches, disturbed sleep, listlessness and depression - all symptoms of hay fever, a condition that can last for months. Hay ... [... more]
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