Seeking relief from that pounding pain.

• Position: Migraines - Brief article

Migraine symptoms can include a pounding headache, nausea, vomiting, and light sensitivity. Chances are that, if you already have a migraine, the pain is so bad that you feel like lying down and giving up. However, there are plenty of ways to prevent and treat them, advises Leon Reyfman of Pain Physicians NY, including:

Avoid loud noises and bright lights. Both are common triggers. Driving at night, crowded venues, and glare from the sun all are stimuli that can cause migraines.

Watch what you eat. Certain foods such as chocolate, red wine, processed meats, sweeteners, and cheese can cause a migraine. Try to keep a log of when you get a headache or migraine to determine what foods could be causing your pain. Then, avoid or limit your intake of those foods.

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