What triggers headaches?
Women, who suffer from headaches, may know that some specific stimulus sets off the headache. Some kinds of food like chocolate, yoghurt and food containing monosodium glutamate (MSG) can trigger headaches. Lack of sleep and sometimes, too much sleep, can cause headaches. Anxiety, stress, anger and excitement can cause headaches. Some medications given for high blood pressure or angina can trigger headaches. Bright lights, flickering images on the TV or computer screen and petrol fumes in crowded traffic are all known to set off a headache. Many women have headaches associated with the change of hormonal levels. Typically, women may notice headaches just before or during their periods. Pregnancy, particularly in the early months, can be associated with headaches. Headaches can also be caused by sinus or dental problems. A sinus headache can arise from an allergy or a cold. Coping with headaches People suffering from recurrent headaches, might find it useful to maintain a “headache diar
