When one suffers from migraines, he or she is often rendered incapable of performing a regular daily routine or even going to work. Family physicians may recommend strong prescription medications such as: Maxalt Relpax Imitrex Zomig While these medications may offer some temporary relief, they can be expensive and often come along with serious side [...]
Headaches can be debilitating for those who suffer from them. Is one headache just as bad as another? The truth is there are headaches much worse than a mild tension headache. These are called cluster headaches. They are even worse than a migraine. This is why they are nicknamed “the suicide headache.” The Migraine Trust [...]
The widespread muscle pain associated with fibromyalgia is not the only symptom that can cause problems. For people with fibromyalgia, the combination of the pain and disturbance of normal sleep is a vicious cycle. The pain makes sleeping more challenging, and then the sleep deprivation magnifies the pain. The sleep problems that can be associated [...]
Chronic fatigue, as the name suggests, is known for the symptom of extreme tiredness. This is not something a person can rest from and feel better. In fact, sometimes resting makes the symptoms worse. Those suffering from this condition may find it hard to accomplish daily tasks. In addition, there is no test to confirm [...]
Low back pain is often due to sciatica. Sitting for a long time, walking, and climbing stairs are common activities that can aggravate sciatica. Sciatica is known for: Shooting, burning pain Feeling of pins and needles Aching sensation These symptoms are usually felt in one leg. Doctors will often recommend: Anti-inflammatories Corticosteroid injections Specific stretches [...]
Sciatica can be an extremely painful condition. It is the result of compression or irritation of the largest nerve in the body. This nerve is located in the lower back and branches down through each leg. There are five nerve roots that attach this nerve to the spine. If any of these roots become constricted [...]
Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear. It is known for: Vertigo – a false sensation of movement Severe tinnitus – ringing in the ears A feeling of fullness or pressure in the affected ear Hearing loss that may become permanent if not cared for The reason Meniere’s occurs has not been agreed [...]
One may wonder where the name Meniere’s disease came from? This condition is named after a French doctor who proposed that the symptoms of this condition came from the inner ear rather than the brain – the current belief in 1861. The symptoms he was referring to are: Vertigo – a spinning sensation Loss of [...]
Migraines headaches are debilitating, and when they hit the person suffering is usually unable to perform simple daily tasks or duties at work. This often causes employers distress as it leads to a loss of productivity, work days, and adds to money paid out in healthcare costs. The most recent figures reveal that migraine headaches [...]
Migraines are one of the world’s most common ailments with more than 38 million suffering the condition in the USA alone. It is common for a person to begin experiencing migraines during puberty. As a result, many young people are dealing with this condition as well as adults. In fact, about 10% of children in [...]
If you or a loved one are dealing with fibromyalgia, you know firsthand how difficult each day can be. The widespread pain, headaches, and lack of restful sleep can take its toll. Because of the chronic nature, there are many people looking for natural means to provide some relief. Here are 5 natural options that [...]
As recently as 2015, many believed that chronic fatigue syndrome was a psychological disorder, not a real physical problem. In February of that year, the Institute of Medicine noted that chronic fatigue, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis, was a real disease. Previous to this announcement, some actually believed that people with Type-A (or perfectionist) personalities, [...]
Back pain can take on many qualities. It can be a dull ache that comes on slowly, or it can be a sharp pain that only happens with certain movements. No matter how you experience it, back pain can get in the way of going about your day-to-day activities. There are certain factors that might [...]
Sciatica is known for pain that spreads along the sciatic nerve from the lower back to the buttocks and then down the back of one of the legs. It generally is felt from the buttock to the back of the thigh or calf. Usually, only one leg is affected. The pain can be dull and [...]