It’s just a headache. How many times have you or someone you know said this? Some of us misunderstand and downplay the severity of migraines, thinking of them as a minor affliction preventing people from taking part in daily life. Dr. Dolores Dominguez...
It’s official—you and your doctor have discovered you are prone to migraines. What can you do to relieve the pain? According to Mayo Clinic, there are simple steps to “head off” the pain. While medication is a proven way to treat and prevent migraines,...
Most people have encountered headaches at one time or another. But have your headaches ever been so bad or lasted so long that you think they might be a migraine? How do you tell the difference? When it comes to pain or pressure in your head, knowing the...
Migraines can be caused by different factors, including age, environment, diet, and other lifestyle choices. According to the American Migraine Foundation, there are nine different types of migraines. They say pinpointing the cause of a migraine can be...
When you think about a concussion, you might immediately envision professional football players, thanks to the news surrounding head injuries. But don’t think a concussion—the mildest form of traumatic brain injury—just happens by getting tackled. It can happen in...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a concussion is a traumatic brain injury that affects your brain function. Concussions are usually caused by a blow to the head or violent shaking of the head and upper body. Here are five signs to look for...
Learn the signs and symptoms to look for in children who may have suffered a mild traumatic brain injury (known as a concussion). You don’t have to play a sport to suffer a concussion. Kids can experience one taking a tumble on the playground or being hit in...