Migraine can be precipitated by tension, anxiety or any stress and can be relieved at times by pressure over the carotid vessels in the neck. Certain food items, smoking, alcohol, hormonal changes, environmental factors, etc. can trigger a migraine episode. It is important to note that, for example, coffee may relieve headache in some people [...]
Pain Sensation of Brain
Posted December 7th 2009 by adminPain sensations in the head and face region are conducted to the parietal lobe of the brain through the trigeminal nerve. In this case the trigeminal root ganglion (Gasserian ganglion) is the seat of the first-order neuronal system and is comparable (skin) sensations. The neurons of the trigeminal root ganglion, like those of the dorsal [...]
Understanding the Mechanism of Headache
Posted December 1st 2009 by adminTo understand the mechanism of headaches, it is necessary to have some understanding of the concerned human anatomy and physiology. The skin perceives sensations of pain, touch and temperature. Pain perceived as being in the head region is referred to as ‘headache’. Sensations which arise from the skin, muscles or joints are termed general somatic [...]