Please share an interesting fact about dealing with headaches.

Ignore: Most "sinus" headaches are actually migraine headaches.

It's: It's important to know the type of headache you have before you can treat it.

Headaches: Headaches can also be from subclinical food allergies.

Headaches: Headaches can come from drinking wine that have food additives in it that you could be allergic to.

Ocular: Ocular headaches can be treated effectively with osteopathic manipulative trratment.

Cluster: Cluster headaches are one of the most difficult headaches to treat.

Tension: Tension headaches are one of the simplest headaches to treat.

Ignore: Other than stress, alcohol, chocolate, caffeine, certain cheeses, high altitude and BP can be causes.

Ignore: There is often a family history of migraines.

Ignore: The goal of treating headache is to allow you to control your pain, not to allow pain to control you.

Ignore: To prevent Migraine attacks, stay hydrated, sleep well, eat on time, avoid stress.

Ignore: Most headaches are worsened by caffeine, dehydration and stress.

Ignore: Most are stress related. Lavender massage oils. Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Advil unless allergic. Meditation.prayer.

Ignore: Ice packs, dark rooms, quiet atmosphere, no distractions, plenty of liquids, mild analgesics, pillow.

Ignore: Treat headaches as soon as you can. Playing catch-up canbe a nightmare and require more medication.

Ignore: For tension headaches regular exercise is beneficial. So is a good massage!!

Ignore: Don't over medicate! I see a lot of patients with MOH. Medication overuse HA's.

Ignore: Headaches have many causes. Optimize lifestyle: diet, activity, sleep, stress, etc.