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Epidemiology Of Headaches

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Headaches (Cephalagia, Cephalgia) "A pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck from any cause",(Mosby's Pathology) and is considered more of a symptom than a disorder. It accompanies many diseases and conditions, including emotional distress. There are also many other types of headaches such as: Tension, Cluster, sinus, hormonal, and migraine headaches, the list can go on, but those I feel are more common. Headaches can be triggered in different ways, like not getting enough sleep, having too much caffeine, being on the computer too long, not eaten enough, or even from allergies and weather changes. The pain of headaches can depend on the type you have, but most of the time they can either be felt on one side of the head and sometimes …show more content…

"Certain diseases that affect your immune system may attack the tongue’s muscles and papillae. Herpes simplex, may contribute to swelling and pain in the tongue." (healthline.com) Pain or tenderness in the tongue, swelling of the tongue, change in the color of your tongue, an inability to speak, eat, or swallow, as well as loss of papillae on the surface of your tongue are all signs and symptoms of glossitis. Treatment for glossitis typically includes a combination of medications and home remedies. "In most cases Glossitis goes away with Antibiotics and other medication to help infection if any. Having to avoid foods that cause inflammation of the tongue, and proper oral hygiene may also help reduce or prevent further problems." (healthline.com), (Miller Keane) Corticosteroids, such as prednisone, to reduce the redness and soreness, may also be prescribed by a physician. One home remedy that may help calm the pain and swelling would be to place plain yogurt on the tongue, because of its live active cultures, it helps with bacteria at the same time calming the pain and swelling. Massage contraindicated: No massage consideration or recommendations are

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