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Children's Headaches: When to Call the Doctor
Learn how to tell the difference between a common childhood headache and one that requires medical attention.
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Children get all kinds of headaches. Most are nothing to worry about and easy to treat.
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Is it really a migraine? Correctly identifying your type of headache is key to effective treatment.
Migraine Food Triggers
Olive-induced headaches? Many different foods can trigger migraines. Learn your personal triggers and you can easily avoid some migraines.
Migraine Headache Relief and Treatments
You can get relief from migraines. Our expert covers the many options for treating and preventing these debilitating headaches.
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Palo Alto Medical Foundation
Will taking progesterone help prevent a migraine?
Taking progesterone alone as a cream or tablet has not been scientifically established as an effective treatment for migraine headaches. Many women experience migraines with their menstrual cycles, especially w... continue reading about Will taking progesterone help prevent a migraine?
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