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Diagnosing a headache can be really difficult because there can be several reasons for the problem. However, you will be able to diagnose a headache better provided you relay the symptoms in a better manner.
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Migraines come with and without auras. Neither can be said to be less
painful than the other, though the aura-less may be less stressful and
frightening. Although migraines are often associated with auras, in fact
only about 20% of migraine sufferers actually experience any of the
symptoms of aura.
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Sometimes, you may be required to keep a headache log to be able to diagnose the type and severity of headache you are suffering from.
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The tests that can be done to diagnose headaches are x-rays and biopsy. Here is a detailed discussion of the two- X-ray and biopsy.
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Amongst the other techniques used to diagnose headaches, imaging techniques are also widely used. There are three types of imaging techniques used for this purpose.
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An EEG stands for an Electroencephalogram. Difficult to pronounce and
still not considered particularly valuable for the diagnosis of headaches,
except for distinguishing complicated migraines from complex partial
seizures. Know more about it...
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Here, we take a look at differential diagnosis of headaches and how it may help in treatment of the condition. It is the apt way to diagnose the headache type.
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How to decide the appropriate nausea medicine depending on individual requirements?
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The spinal fluid, which surrounds and protects your nervous system, is
generally at a specific pressure. If this pressure goes up or down too
suddenly, it may cause a headache.
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Even before you go to a doctor, you yourself can diagnose your headache with the help of certain patterns that you observe. For this, a headache diary can serve as an important tool.
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