Headache Relief

Headaches. If you're a headache sufferer, that one word is enough to evoke some sort of empathetic reaction to anyone who utters it. Depending upon which type of headache you're experiencing, a headache can be debilitating. What causes a headache and what can you do to help alleviate one?

What is a headache, exactly? Web MD facts defines a headache as, “...the thin layer of tissue (periosteum) that surrounds bones, muscles that encase the skull, sinuses, eyes, and ears, as well as thin tissues that cover the surface of the brain and spinal cord (meninges), arteries, veins, and nerves, all can become inflamed or irritated and cause headache. The pain may be a dull ache, sharp, throbbing, constant, intermittent, mild, or intense.” The site actually goes on to tell us that there are three major categories of headaches. Did you find yours?

Most people know if they're experiencing a headache. What most people do not know is that  headaches can be brought on by triggers they're unaware of. Can seasonal changes really bring about headaches? How about the foods we eat? CNN gives us the lowdown on some unexpected triggers, why they cause headaches and what we can do to avoid them in the future.

If you suffer from headaches, the only way to get a solid, professional answer is to seek the opinion of a physician. According to some research online, you may also try to ease up on the fragrances, eat properly, and get plenty of rest.