What type of headache do you have?
Knowing what type of headache you have can help you seek treatment.
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Relieving tension headaches
Here's help managing this common type of headache.
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What is temporal arteritis?
If you are over age 50 and have a new headache, it may be temporal arteritis.
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Diagnostic tests for headaches
Your doctor may order some tests to help rule out some potential causes.
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What to expect if you go to your doctor for a headache
Here's what a typical office visit might entail
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When to see your doctor about a headache
These symptoms could warrant a call to your primary care physician.
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Some types of unusual headaches
What to know if you're experiencing a headache that doesn't follow normal patterns
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Can you sidestep Alzheimer’s disease?
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Is having a seizure a sign of atrial fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heart rhythm that occurs more commonly as we age. If a person had a seizure and was found to be in atrial fibrillation, most likely the two problems are not related. Very rarely, atrial fibrillation can cause an extremely fast heart rate leading to decreased blood flow to the brain. The insufficient delivery of oxygen to the brain could possibly cause a seizure.
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A tough question: When should an older driver stop driving?
Navigating whether or when an older person should limit or stop driving is tricky. Whether these concerns are about a family member or yourself, it's helpful to be aware of red flags and to understand how driving abilities –– and risk for motor vehicle accidents –– change with age.
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