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Wicked headache in high heat and humidity. Anything I can do?

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Question: Wicked headache in high heat and humidity. Anything I can do?

Answer:

Dear Lindy:

Heat and humidity are known triggers for migraines and headaches. I'd suggest seeking out a headache specialist in your area. A trick: draw a tub of water and immerse for 10 minutes 2-3 times per day during hot weather. This can help reduce heat-related headaches.

Good luck,
John Claude Krusz


Lindy,

You may find this article helpful:

    Migraines Often Triggered By Change In The Weather
    Migraineurs may be able to avoid triggering the excruciating attacks by avoiding some triggers, but there's little they can do about one of the most common Migraine triggers: the weather. Half of Migraineurs were sensitive to weather variables, but most were wrong in their prediction of which climate variable was the culprit, according to findings of a recent study.

Teri Robert

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