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Is CT or MRI necessary for diagnosis of headache and vertigo?
Query: Hello doctor, For the past eight months or so, I have had some problems with unusual headaches and sort of momentary feelings of lightheadedness, vertigo but it is like everything just shifts for a second instead of spinning. I have a background of stable migraine headache. I have had some face pres... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have been elaborate in providing your medical history and that always helps to form an opinion. Coming to your straightforward query, I really do not see any indication for a fresh brain imaging study like CT (computed tomography) or MRI (magnetic resonance imagin... Read Full »
Can migraines occur in an 8-year-old girl?
Query: Hello doctor, My 8-year-old daughter frequently suffers from headaches. We had her tested, and it turns out she has migraines. Is it possible for migraines to occur in such young children? I am hesitant to give her medication at this age. Are there any alternative remedies, such as home remedies,... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query. I completely understand your concern about your daughter. If everything has been checked and the final diagnosis is migraine, there is no need to worry. Yes, migraine headaches, and sometimes other vague pains related to migraines (referred to ... Read Full »
I experience severe migraines in winter. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have been experiencing migraines that turn out intense during the winter. Can you provide personalized insights into managing migraine pain specifically in the winter, considering any weather-related triggers and potential lifestyle adjustments or treatments based on my individual hea... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.Migraines: Simple steps to head off the pain Medicine is a proven way to both treat and prevent migraines. But medicine is only part of the story. It is also important to take good care of yourself and understand how to cope with migraine p... Read Full »
When I wake up, I experience pain in my temples. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been struggling with this for almost three years. However, I am encouraged that the vast majority of symptoms are gone. I no longer have pain, pressure, congestion, post nasal drip, and cough. I am still struggling with my sense of smell. However, it has been improving intermitten... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Symptoms around the temples are doubtful to be related to the sinuses. Yes, there could be a tension headache or migraine if there has been teeth grinding or bruxism in sleep as it causes some temporary spasm of the temporalis muscle around the ... Read Full »
How do I deal with a persistent migraine?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been dealing with migraines for the past many years Lately, I have been getting these weird aura things, and I have even started throwing up. What to do?Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. It seems you have developed a chronic resistant migraine. So, I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below. 1. Take a tablet of Rimegepant (calcitonin gene-related peptide receptor antagonist) four times daily. 2. Take a capsule... Read Full »
I gained weight and suffer from high BP, migraine, and fatigue. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I was prescribed Bonadea drug by my doctor for the sharp pain in the pelvic region and anal region with acne or pimples on the chin for six months. After six months, I started to gain weight with other symptoms such as high BP, migraine, and fatigue with heavy breathing. I am overweigh... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. An increase in sudden weight with abnormal hair growth is a sign of polycystic ovarian disease. I think you have scanty or irregular periods. Acne also could be observed due to hormonal imbalance. Take some healthy precautions in life: Have ... Read Full »
Why do I get spinning-like headaches after pregnancy?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a headache all the time, like a spinning head. Whatever I eat, my headache does not go. I use simple Panadol, but no effects on my headache. It is from the last 10 months, after my pregnancy. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your frequent headaches along with dizziness or spinning could be due to raised blood pressure or hypertension, migraine, tension or stress, hypoglycemia, etc. Hypertension, migraine, and stress are the most common causes for the headache. Without examination it is very... Read Full »
Can you provide information on how Rimegepant works?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been struggling with migraine for years, and my neurologist has suggested Rimegepant as a potential treatment. Can you provide detailed information on how it works to alleviate migraine symptoms, the expected onset of relief, and any potential side effects? Additionally, are th... Read Full »
Dr. Florilyn Joyce Chulsi Bentrez
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Rimegepant is a CGRP (calcitonin gene-related peptide) antagonist. It is a pain reliever specific for migraine, which does not cause vasoconstriction. Its onset is as early as 15 minutes, can last up to two hours, and can be used for ac... Read Full »
How to prevent the occurence of migraine headache?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 35 years old. I was suffering from a migraine headache for the last 15 years. Actually, it was not continuous but I recollect the durations once every five years for three months. I was taking Sebilium every night prescribed by the doctor. Again the headache is starting now. Please s... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your query. Drugs like Sibelium (containing drug named Flunarizine) is used to prevent the occurrence of migraine attacks. Drugs like Naproxen are used to relieve the pain during attacks of a migraine or a few other kinds of headaches. You need to be ... Read Full »
Are there any side effects if I overdose on migraine medication?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 48-year-old male. I am having migraine attacks from time to time. My doctor advised me to go for this injection called Vyepti, and I am getting worried about it. He has informed me it needs to be taken four times a year. Will it be effective in controlling my pain? What will hap... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing. I read your query and can understand your concern. Injection Vyepti 100 mg/mL (300 mg Eptinezumab per 3 mL. and 40.5 mg of sorbitol in each mL) is an approved drug for migraine prevention that is injected via an intravenous line every three mo... Read Full »