2.headache

student: what causes a headache?

professor: headaches are caused by multiple different variables both related to individual and the environment.

student: is it possible that stress causes headaches?

professor: an important fact is that stress does not cause headaches but is likely an important trigger of headaches.

student: what remedies work best for headaches such as migraines and sinus headaches?

professor: biofeedback therapy, relaxation therapy, acupuncture and moxibustion therapy are helpful for many headache sufferers.

student: why do some headache sufferers suffer from more severe headaches after using medication.

professor: that's just because they use them too often and this triggers more headaches.

student: now I see.  any other good suggestions.

professor: maintaining a strict routine with regular exercise, regular sleeping hours and eating at regular intervals.

student: doctors often prscribe vitamins for patients.  do they work?

professor: vitamin therapy, particularly magnesium and vitamin B2, may bring relief when used on a daily basis.

student: could you tell me what migraine is?

professor: migraine is lifelong, inherited disorder with most affected individuals(75%)having an affected relative.  episodic migraine can develop into chronic daily headache.

student: what is the best method to cure a migraine?

professor: the best method to cure a headache is the one that works for yours. hydration I'd believed to be critically important in the treatment of migraine.

student: many patients prefer cold compress during a headache.  does it work?

professor: yes, it does.  however, just as many obtain relief with heat packs.

student: could you recommend any simple ways of relieving headaches without medication?

professor: some individuals find that gentle massage or mild exercise activity help to alleviate or reduce a headache?

student: any other ways?

professor: fluids may help the suffer feel more comfortable but are unlikely to abolish headache.