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Medication-overuse Headache
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Symptoms of Medication-overuse Headache
The following features are indicative of Medication-overuse Headache:
headache occurring every day or nearly every day
often waking in the early morning
nausea
listlessness
restlessness
difficulty concentrating
memory problems
irritability
It is possible that Medication-overuse Headache shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Medication-overuse Headache
The following are the most common causes of Medication-overuse Headache:
frequently using headache medication
aspirin
acetaminophen
caffeine
fiorinal
butalbital-containing compounds
Other Causes of Medication-overuse Headache
The following are the less common causes of Medication-overuse Headache:
opiates
migraine medications
Risk Factors for Medication-overuse Headache
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Medication-overuse Headache:
frequently using headache medication
history of chronic headaches
Prevention of Medication-overuse Headache
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Medication-overuse Headache. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
avoid headache triggers
get enough sleep
don't skip meals
exercise regularly
lose weight
quit smoking
relax your mind
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Medication-overuse Headache
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Medication-overuse Headache:
Patient history: To look for history of chronic headache and frequent use of medication
Doctor for Diagnosis of Medication-overuse Headache
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Medication-overuse Headache:
Neurologist
Complications of Medication-overuse Headache if untreated
It is not know if Medication-overuse Headache causes complications if left untreated.
Procedures for Treatment of Medication-overuse Headache
The following procedures are used to treat Medication-overuse Headache:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): Help learn ways to cope with headaches
Self-care for Medication-overuse Headache
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Medication-overuse Headache:
Avoid taking frequent headache medicines: Helpful in preventing the condition
Get enough sleep: Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day
Don't skip meals: Don't skip meals and take them on time
Exercise regularly: Helpful in release of chemicals that block pain signals to brain
Relax mind: Try yoga, meditation or relaxation exercises
Quit smoking: Helps in preventing frequent headaches
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Medication-overuse Headache
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Medication-overuse Headache:
Acupuncture: Help control headaches and other conditions that cause chronic pain
Biofeedback: To control certain body responses that help reduce pain
Magnesium, feverfew and butterbur supplements: To help prevent or treat some types of headaches
Patient Support for Treatment of Medication-overuse Headache
The following actions may help Medication-overuse Headache patients:
Talk to other patients: Talking to other people who've been through the same experience helps providing support to live with the condition
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This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
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