MILD TO
MODERATE HEADACHES
Surprising Headache
Triggers ( courtecy;- webMD )
Surprising Headache
Triggers
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Your Boss
Anything (or anyone) that boosts your stress
level can make you more vulnerable to tension headaches or migraines. Doctors
don't know exactly how it happens. Many things may be involved, including
certain nerves in the brain that relay pain messages and may be extra
sensitive. Changes within the brain itself may also be involved in migraine
headaches.
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Weather
Temperature changes can make a migraine more
likely. Whether it's a heat wave or a cold snap, the change can trigger a
headache. Sunny, hot days can do that, too. Rain or changes in barometric
pressure also may lead to headaches. While you can't change the weather, you
can wear sunglasses on a bright day, stay hydrated, and avoid the midday sun.
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Strong Scents
Strong smells, even nice ones, trigger
migraines in many people. Why this happens is unclear. The most common
offenders are paint, perfume, and certain types of flowers.
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Hair Accessories
Ouch! How you wear your hair can take a toll
on your head. A too-tight ponytail may strain the connective tissue in the
scalp, leading to a hairdo headache. Headbands, braids, and tight-fitting hats
can do that, too. If this is the cause of your headache, you’ll usually get
fast relief if you let your hair down.
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Exercise
Strenuous activity can sometimes lead to
headaches. Examples include jogger's headache and even a sex headache. These
types of headaches are most common in people who are likely to get migraines.
Call 911 if you get a severe headache suddenly after doing something that's
physically hard, or if it's your first headache of this kind and you also get
vomiting, double vision, or a rigid neck.
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Poor Posture
Slouching builds up pressure in the head and
neck muscles. Do you hunch your shoulders, use a chair with no lower-back
support, or stare at a monitor that is too low or too high? If you have
frequent tension headaches, changing these things could help.
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Cheese
A migraine trigger for some people is aged
cheese, including blue cheese, cheddar, Parmesan, and Swiss. The problem may be
a substance called tyramine. The longer a food ages, the more tyramine it has.
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Red Wine
Tyramine is also in red wine and other
alcoholic drinks. Other ingredients in wine can contribute to headaches as
well. Because alcohol boosts blood flow to the brain, the effects may be even
more intense. Try sipping sparkling water or another non-alcoholic
drink.
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Cold Cuts
Cold cuts and other processed meats often
contain tyramine and food additives such as nitrites, which may trigger
headaches in some people. If you think this could be a trigger for you, try
taking these foods out of your diet for a while to see if it makes a
difference.
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Skipped Meals
Hunger headaches aren’t always obvious. If you
don’t eat, your head could start to ache before you realize you’re hungry. The
trouble is likely a dip in blood sugar. But don’t try to cure a hunger headache
with a candy bar. Sweets cause blood sugar to spike and then drop even lower.
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Smoking
Smoking may trigger headaches, and not just
for the person holding the cigarette. Secondhand smoke contains nicotine, which
causes blood vessels in the brain to narrow. Giving up cigarettes or staying
away from secondhand smoke helps a lot if you get cluster headaches. These are
extremely painful headaches that happen on one side of your head. They can also
cause eye and nose symptoms.
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Caffeine
If you get a lot of headaches, too much
caffeine may be why. In moderation, caffeine often helps. It's in many headache
medications. But chain-chugging coffee or sodas can cause headaches. If you
want to stop using caffeine, ease off gradually. Quitting suddenly can make
things worse: Caffeine withdrawal is another headache trigger.
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Find Your Triggers
By doing this, you may be able to stop
headaches before they start. The best way is to keep a headache diary. Every
day, note the foods you eat, stressful events, weather changes, and physical
activity. Whenever you have a headache, jot down the time it starts and stops.
This will help you find patterns so you can avoid your triggers.
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Manage Stress
Many people find that if they cut stress, they
can manage migraines or tension headaches better. You can't control everything,
but you can change how you respond to the things that concern you. Look into
classes or read a book on stress management, meditation, or massage. Anything
healthy that helps you relax, problem-solve, and recharge is good to try.
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Get Moving
Exercise is a powerful stress reliever. You
can do anything you like. Walking is a great choice. When you walk, the
swinging motion of your arms tends to relax the muscles in your neck and
shoulders. Breaking up those knots gets at the root of some headaches.
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Eat Regular Meals
No more hunger headaches! Eating good-for-you
meals throughout the day (with smaller portions, so you don’t eat too much)
will keep your blood sugar on an even keel. Try to pair a protein with a
complex carbohydrate, such as peanut butter on whole-grain bread or a chicken
breast with brown rice. Also, sip enough fluids, since dehydration can also
give you a headache.
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PT, Acupuncture, Talk Therapy
If you get tension headaches, physical therapy
will help relax your neck muscles and give you new habits that lead to better
posture.
You might also want to look into acupuncture.
It’s not a proven fix, but it could be something to try if other treatments
haven’t helped.
Also, a type of counseling called behavioral
therapy could help you manage stress, which can worsen or bring on headaches.
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Medicine's Role
Over-the counter pain relievers such as
acetaminophen, aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen work well against many types of
headaches. But using these medicines daily, or nearly every day, can bring on medication
overuse headaches or rebound headaches -- headache pain that returns as soon as
the pills have worn off. For frequent or severe headaches, ask your doctor what
would help.
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When to See a Doctor
If you get a new headache that is unusually
severe or lasts longer than usual, see a doctor. Tell her if your headache
pattern changes, such as if they happen more often or if you have new triggers.
Call 911 if you have a severe, sudden headache (out of the blue or after an
accident or head injury), or if you also have vision changes, trouble talking,
movement problems, confusion, seizure, a fever, or a stiff neck.
This tool does not provide medical advice.
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