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The migraine brain: your breakthrough guide to fewer headaches, better health / Carolyn Bernstein and Elaine McArdle
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Publisher
Free Press
Publication Date
2008
Language
English
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Table of Contents
From the Book - 1st Free Press hard cover ed.
Introduction-"I'd Rather Die Than Get Another Migraine"
Migraine Quiz
Part 1
Chapter 1. Is Yours a Migraine?
The Migraine Checklist
Or . . . Is It a Tension Headache?
Mixed Headaches
Sinus Headache-Migraine in Disguise?
Other Kinds of Headaches
Kinds of Migraine
When to Call a Doctor-Beware of Change
Chapter 2. The Migraine Brain: How It's Different-and What That Means for You
Cortical Spreading Depression-the New Science of Migraine
Questions for the Doctor
The Trigeminal Nerve
Migraine and Seizure
The Genetic Link
The Heart-Migraine Connection: "PFO"
Your Migraine Brain May Change Over Time
What Migraine Is Not
A Strange, Fascinating Disease
Migraine Lore, Famous Migraineurs, and More
Chapter 3. The Four Stages of a Migraine
The Four Stages
Stage 1. Prodrome
Stage 2. Aura-Visual and Other Changes
Stage 3. The Main Migraine or Pain Phase
Stage 4. Postdrome, or the Migraine Hangover
Building Your Migraine Profile
Chapter 4. Your Migraine Triggers
What's Your List of Triggers?
The Headache Diary
How to Avoid Your Triggers
My Personal Top Ten Migraine Triggers
Chapter 5. Female Hormones and Migraines Through the Life Cycle
The Role of Female Hormones
Are Your Migraines Related to Menstruation?
Migraines During Your Life Cycle
Planning for Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Perimenopause
Menopause
Chapter 6. Men's Migraines
Important News for Men with Migraine
Men: Taking Care of Your Health
Part 2
Chapter 7. Measuring Your Migraine: The Best Self-Tests
Your Migraine Toolbox
Chapter 8. How to Find the Right Doctor
What Kind of Doctor Should You Choose?
How to Find a Headache Specialist
If You Can't Find a Headache Specialist
The First Appointment
Chapter 9. Medicines That Work
A Variety of Migraine Medications
Prevent, Abort, Rescue-the Three Types of Drugs
Preventive Drugs
Abortive Drugs
Rescue Drugs
Over-the-Counter Drugs
Surgery and Other Options
Chapter 10. When You Have to Go to the Emergency Room
How to Make Your ER Visit Successful-A Signed Doctor's Form
What to Take with You to ER-Your ER Kit
If You Are Admitted to the Hospital
Recovering from Migraine
In-Patient Treatment for Migraine
Chapter 11. Complementary and Alternative Treatments
Biofeedback
Other Relaxation Techniques
Acupuncture
Yoga
Meditation
Massage
Ice Massage
Magnesium
Riboflavin, Coenzyme Q10
Herbs and Herbal Supplements
Energy Healing
Part 3. Your Personal Wellness Plan
Introduction
Eight Steps to Wellness for Your Migraine Brain
Chapter 12. Exercise, Sleep, Nutrition, Relaxation
Exercise
Sleep
Healthy Eating
Relaxation and Stress Reduction
Chapter 13. Family, Home, Sex, Mental Health
Living with a Migraineur
How to Make Your Home Migraine-Free
Sex and Migraines
Mental Health and Migraine
Chapter 14. Migraines, Work, and Travel
Work
Travel
Chapter 15. Migraine Makeover: Creating Your Own Personal Migraine Plan
Migraine Makeover: My Personal Treatment Plan
Appendix
Index
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9781416547686
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