Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHead Pressure, Coughing, and PainSevere SymptomsCausesOTC and At-Home TreatmentMedical Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Head Pressure, Coughing, and Pain Severe Symptoms Causes OTC and At-Home Treatment Medical Treatment Having a headache when you are coughing is not uncommon. It isn’t usually something to worry about, as head discomfort can occur due to the pressure of sudden head movements, such as laughing or sneezing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistoryPossible UsesDonor SelectionRecipient ClearanceProposed ProcedureAfter SurgeryComplicationsPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History Possible Uses Donor Selection Recipient Clearance Proposed Procedure After Surgery Complications Prognosis It may sound like science fiction, but as medical science advances, a head transplant might one day be possible. With over a century of advances inorgan transplantation, some scientists have begun to look at head transplantation as a potential solution toprogressive diseasesthat become terminal over time but do not impact the function of the brain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsTreatmentWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Treatment When to See a Provider Headachesare not uncommon after surgery. Many factors may contribute to this, such as the type of surgery, having a history of headaches,stress, and the type ofanesthesia. This article explains why headaches occur after surgery, their symptoms and treatment, and how to prevent headaches from occurring....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDescribing the PainTypes of Eye HeadachesCauses and Risk FactorsRelief OptionsTreatmentsSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Describing the Pain Types of Eye Headaches Causes and Risk Factors Relief Options Treatments Seeking Medical Care Headachesbehind the eyes can cause sharp, stabbing, or dull pain. You may feel pain behind one or both eyes, in the temples, eyebrows, or other parts of your face....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCommon Causes and PreventionOther Possible CausesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Common Causes and Prevention Other Possible Causes Treatment While reducing your screen time is the best way to avoid computer screen headaches, that may not always be possible. There are, however, other things you can do to reduce your risk. PeopleImages / istock Symptoms of a Computer Screen Headache A computer screen headache is just one of the symptoms ofcomputer vision syndrome, also known as digital eye strain....

Hypoglycemia(low blood sugar) can cause and worsen headaches. A hypoglycemic headache can feel like dull throbbing in the temples. If you get migraines, low blood sugar may trigger amigraineepisode. This article discusses why low blood sugar can cause headaches and migraines, as well as how you can prevent and treat them. Why Does Low Blood Sugar Cause Headaches? You may get a headache when your body’sglucose (or sugar) levels dropbelow 70 mg/dL—the benchmark for hypoglycemia....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnsafe MedicationsSafe OTC MedicationsSafe Prescription MedicationMedications to AvoidNon-Medication StrategiesSpeak to Your Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Unsafe Medications Safe OTC Medications Safe Prescription Medication Medications to Avoid Non-Medication Strategies Speak to Your Provider There are several headache medications that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers safe to take while pregnant. There are also some headache medications that should be avoided during pregnancy because of potential harm to you or the developing fetus....

Symptoms Nosebleeds (Epistaxis) Nosebleeds (epistaxis) are common in mid-childhood, with the incidence highest in children between the ages of three and eight. Roughly 56% of children between the ages of six and 10 will have at least one nosebleed each year. Nosebleeds are uncommon before the age of two. A very young child who has a nosebleed should get medical attention. Nosebleeds occur when small blood vessels in the nose break....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of HeadachesHeadache and PreeclampsiaOther ConditionsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Headaches Headache and Preeclampsia Other Conditions Treatment Headachesduring pregnancy can be due to stress, dehydration, or other common causes. They are often easy to remedy with cold compresses, a nap, or evenTylenol (acetaminophen), considered a safer choice during pregnancy while avoiding nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Yet headaches during pregnancy may be a sign ofpreeclampsia, which can lead to a potentially fatal condition withhigh blood pressureand other complications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsRecovery TimeTreatmentWalking With a Sprained FootPersistent Pain Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Recovery Time Treatment Walking With a Sprained Foot Persistent Pain Asprained foothappens when the ligaments that connect your foot bones stretch or tear. This injury often occurs during sports activities when the foot is planted on the ground but the body twists.Sprains range in severity and are treated based on the extent of tissue damage....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Scabs FormSkin Care for Incision ScabsWhen Will the Scab Fall Off?Incision Healing Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Scabs Form Skin Care for Incision Scabs When Will the Scab Fall Off? Incision Healing You may be concerned about the appearance of yourincisionafter surgery. Trying to determine what is normal, what is abnormal, and what should be done for the best possible incision care can be challenging....

Key Takeaways Ashley McLaughlin has been homebound with lingering COVID-19 symptoms since contracting the virus in March 2020, while serving in the Peace Corps in Morocco. “They’ve suggested everything from, ‘oh, you should try getting a boyfriend,’ ‘your priority should be to see a psychiatrist, this is in your head,’ to depression and anxiety,” McLaughlin tells Verywell. “It’s really hard to advocate for yourself when you’re really sick, but the doctors don’t believe you....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits and UsesSide EffectsDrug InteractionsDosageWhat to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits and Uses Side Effects Drug Interactions Dosage What to Look For Though dandelions have a diuretic effect that eliminates excess water from the body, there’s currently no solid scientific evidence to support other health benefits.If you’re not allergic, dandelions are likely safe to eat. However, dandelions can interact with certain medications andcause adverse reactions....