Red Wine and Headache - What’s the Connection? By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD The United States produced over 773 million gallons of wine in 2021 [1]. Cabernet Sauvignon, a type of red wine, was the top sold variety in the United States in 2019 [2]. Many people [...]
The Role of Hormones in Migraine By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD While there are many factors that contribute to migraine, it is well-researched that there is a relationship between headaches and hormonal changes in women. Migraine is highly prevalent in women, and there is a growing body of [...]
Research Spotlight - Migraine Triggers and Healthy Lifestyle Recommendations By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD A recent observational longitudinal cohort study investigated whether known migraine trigger factors and daily adherence to a healthy lifestyle are related to decreased probability of migraine attacks in some individuals [1]. This study included [...]
BOTOX® for Migraine By Deena E. Kuruvilla, MD; Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS BOTOX® has brought relief to many people with chronic medical conditions [1]. Botox is FDA approved for people aged 18 and older who experience chronic migraine and experience 15 or more headache days each month [1,2]. Licensed medical professionals treat migraine by injecting [...]
Ski Season and Head Trauma By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD February means ski season is in full swing! Whether you are skiing on a beginner’s slope or racing downhill on a difficult trail, it is important to realize how the ski season can impact your headache. Today we [...]
Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD The holidays can be a special time where we spend time with friends and family; however, it can also be a time of stress. According to a VeryWell Mind poll, more than 80% of people found the [...]
Migraine with Aura By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla Migraine with aura is a term that points to a variety of migraine subtypes that can be characterized by visual disturbances. These visual effects may include visual loss, blind spots, or seeing stars [1]. Headache specialists may also refer to this [...]
Atypical Facial Pain By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD Atypical facial pain (AFP) is used as an umbrella term for unclassifiable pain syndromes of the face [1]. AFP is when a patient experiences unexplained, ongoing pain in their face without a clear cause [2]. It can also be defined [...]
Weather and Migraine By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD During the autumn season, so many people have had severe increases in migraine related to changes in barometric pressure and allergies. Weather changes can alter the balance of chemicals in the brain, which can lead to a migraine. In addition, [...]
What to Expect at Your First Appointment By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD Your first visit to a headache specialist is essential, as yourneurologist will help narrow down the nature of your headache, and possible treatments andapproaches. It is important to compile some general information prior to yourfirst [...]
