Headache
What is a Headache ?
Headache disorders, characterized by recurrent headache, are among the most common disorders of the nervous system.Headache disorders, characterized by recurrent headache, are among the most common disorders of the nervous system.
Headaches can be quite debilitating, although most headaches are not caused by life-threatening disorders. Most headaches fall into one of the following categories
- sudden changes in weather or environment
- too much or not enough sleep
- strong odors or fumes
- emotion
- stress
- overexertion
- loud or sudden noises
- motion sickness
- low blood sugar
Prodrome
- Constipation
- Mood changes, from depression to euphoria
- Food cravings
- Neck stiffness
- Increased urination
- Fluid retention
- Frequent yawning
Frequent yawning Primary headache disorders are divided into four main groups:
- migraine
- tension-type headache
- trigeminal autonomic cephalgias (including cluster headache)
- miscellaneous primary headache
What causes appendicitis?
It’s not exactly clear what the causes of appendicitis are. Most cases are thought to occur when something blocks the entrance of the appendix.
For example, a blockage may be formed by a small piece of faeces or an upper respiratory tract infection could lead to a swollen lymph node within the wall of the bowel.
This obstruction leads to the development of inflammation and swelling. The pressure caused by the swelling can then lead to the appendix bursting.
As the causes aren’t fully understood, there’s no guaranteed way of preventing appendiciti