If you’ve ever had a migraine hit you out of nowhere, you know it’s not just a regular headache—it’s a full-body ambush. I’ve had my fair share of days ruined by migraines, and if you’re reading this, chances are you’re in the same boat. While medications help, they don’t always feel like the most holistic…
Ever wake up with your head pounding like you just partied all night, except you didn’t? I’ve been there. Opening your eyes in the morning and realizing a migraine beat your alarm to the punch is not exactly a motivational start. Morning migraines are a thing—an annoying, painful, very real thing. And if you’re anything…
It started in my early twenties—sharp, pounding headaches that seemed to sync perfectly with the tiny pink pill I took every morning. At first, I thought it was stress, maybe dehydration or lack of sleep. But the more consistent the pill routine got, the more frequent the migraines became. If you’ve ever experienced migraines while…
I used to think sinus pressure and migraines were two completely different monsters—one caused by allergies or weather changes, the other by stress or skipping meals. But somewhere between my third cup of coffee and the fifth time I rubbed my temples in a single afternoon, I realized the lines were blurrier than I thought….
Can Tension Headaches Raise BP? Tension headaches are among the most common types of headaches. They can feel like a tight band around the head, often bringing a dull, aching pain. While they’re typically not dangerous, many people wonder whether this kind of pain could lead to other issues—like a spike in blood pressure (BP)….
When someone asks me, “Tarra, can rheumatoid arthritis cause chronic migraines?” my first instinct is to say, it’s complicated—and that’s exactly what makes this question so interesting and worth unpacking. As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how rheumatoid arthritis (RA) doesn’t just attack joints; it can affect the entire body in surprising ways,…
If you’ve ever wondered, can rheumatoid arthritis cause chronic headaches?—you’re not alone. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve had plenty of patients sit across from me, rubbing their temples and saying, “Tarra, I thought this was just joint pain. Why does my head hurt all the time too?” Trust me, it’s a question worth exploring….
Wondering if asthma can cause headaches? You’re not alone—many people with asthma experience headaches as a common but lesser-known symptom. Let’s dive in and explore how asthma and headaches are linked, what might be causing it, and how to manage both! If you’ve got asthma, you’re probably pretty familiar with the usual symptoms—wheezing, shortness of…
Are headaches and high blood pressure connected? You might have heard that hypertension (high blood pressure) can trigger headaches, but is it really true? In this guide, we’ll break down the science behind this link, and how you can manage both conditions. If you’re prone to headaches, you might have wondered if your high blood…