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Migraine : Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Management



Migraine : Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Management

Overview: Malaria is a parasitic infection caused by the Plasmodium parasite, transmitted through the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes. Malaria is prevalent in many tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in Africa, Southeast Asia, and South America.

Overview: Migraine is a neurological disorder characterized by recurring, severe headaches that are often accompanied by other symptoms. It is a common condition that can significantly impact a person's daily life, and its exact cause is not fully understood.

Causes: The precise cause of migraines is complex and involves genetic, environmental, and neurological factors. Triggers that may contribute to migraine episodes include:

  1. Genetic Predisposition:
    • A family history of migraines increases the likelihood of experiencing them.
  2. Neurological Factors:
    • Changes in brain activity, particularly involving the trigeminal nerve and its branches.
  3. Hormonal Changes:
    • Fluctuations in estrogen levels, often associated with menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause.
  4. Environmental Triggers:
    • Certain foods, beverages, or environmental factors like bright lights or strong odors.
  5. Stress and Emotional Factors:
    • Emotional stress or sudden changes in stress levels.
  6. Sleep Disruptions:
    • Lack of sleep or irregular sleep patterns.

Symptoms: Migraines typically present with the following symptoms:

  1. Throbbing Headache:
    • Intense, pulsating pain, often on one side of the head.
  2. Sensitivity to Light (Photophobia):
    • Discomfort or pain in response to bright lights.
  3. Sensitivity to Sound (Phonophobia):
    • Heightened sensitivity to sounds.
  4. Nausea and Vomiting:
    • Nausea, sometimes accompanied by vomiting.
  5. Aura (in Some Cases):
    • Visual disturbances, such as flashes of light or blind spots, preceding the headache.
  6. Aura-Free Migraines:
    • Migraines without the presence of visual or sensory disturbances.

Diagnosis: Diagnosing migraines involves a thorough medical history, including the pattern and characteristics of headaches, and ruling out other potential causes. In some cases, imaging tests may be conducted to rule out underlying neurological conditions.

Management:

 

  1. Lifestyle Modifications:
    • Identifying and avoiding triggers, maintaining regular sleep patterns, and managing stress.
  2. Biofeedback and Relaxation Techniques:
    • Learning techniques to control physiological functions and reduce stress.
  3. Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy:
    • Addressing psychological factors and developing coping strategies.
  4. Regular Exercise:
    • Engaging in regular physical activity, which can help reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines.


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ELECTROPATHY RECOGNITION BILL

 V.25011/244/2011-HR
Government of India 
Ministry of Health & Family Welfare 
(Department of Health Research)
To,
Sh. C.B. Mahindrakar Baliram Nilaya,
Devi Nagar, Near Church,
Post – Shahapur,
Dist : Yadagiri-585223
(Karnataka)

A proposal for enactment o a legislation titled “The Recognition of New System of Medicines Bill” to provide procedure for recognition of new systems of medicine for the purpose of practice and education in that system and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto is under consideration.
                                                                                                            Your Faithfully,
(J.P.Mehta)
Director & CPIO


HC rules in favour of electropathy practice
KOCHI: Police should not disturb registered practitioners of electropathy unless a crime is committed due to its practice or any law is infringed, the Kerala high court has ordered. 

Electropathy or electro-homeopathy, classified as alternative medicine, is a derivative of homeopathy that relies on remedies from non-poisonous plants. 

The petition said though electropathy was recognized by the government and Sandeep Kansal was a registered practitioner, the Valenchery PSI was frequently summoning him to the station and harassing him. The petitioner also produced copies of two orders from the Union ministry of health and family welfare recognizing electropathy and copies of five HC judgments clarifying electropathy was not banned. 


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