Cervicogenic migraine pain isn’t just a fancy term doctors toss around—it’s a very real, very frustrating kind of pain I’ve personally wrestled with more than a few times. You know that tight, stabbing ache that starts at the base of your skull, maybe wraps around one side of your head, and refuses to let go…
Have you ever walked past someone wearing strong perfume or cologne and suddenly felt a throbbing pain settle behind your eyes? You’re not alone. I remember once getting hit by the overpowering scent of a coworker’s floral body spray—and within minutes, my vision started to blur. That was my first real encounter with a scent-triggered…
There was a time I couldn’t make it through a single afternoon without a sudden, pounding headache. I blamed the weather, stress, even my screen time—until one day, my doctor casually asked me about my eating habits. That question led to an eye-opening journey into the connection between migraines and blood sugar, particularly the dreaded…
Last week, I found myself clutching my temples in a dimly lit room, cursing the extra-large cold brew I downed earlier that morning. Was it the caffeine that triggered the throbbing behind my eye—or was it just another bad migraine day? It got me thinking: how does caffeine really affect migraines? If you’ve ever pondered…
For a while after I recovered from COVID, I couldn’t shake off the pounding headaches. At first, I chalked it up to fatigue or maybe dehydration. But weeks turned into months, and the migraines didn’t go away—they got worse. Turns out, I wasn’t alone. A surprising number of people have reported lingering migraines after a…
If you’ve ever pressed a bag of frozen peas to your forehead during a migraine attack, you’re not alone. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve instinctively grabbed the nearest cold compress, praying for just a sliver of relief. Turns out, I was onto something. Using an ice pack for migraine relief isn’t just…
GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) and acid reflux are known for causing heartburn and digestive discomfort, but many are unaware of the surprising connection to headaches. In this article, we’ll explore how GERD and acid reflux may trigger headaches, the mechanisms behind it, and practical tips for managing both conditions. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and acid…