It may be a case of Peripheral Neuropathy. It develops when nerves in the body's extremities – such as the hands, feet and arms – are damaged. The symptoms depend on which nerves are affected. Peripheral neuropathy can result from traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic problems, inherited causes and exposure to toxins. One of the most common causes is diabetes. More than 50% of the people with diabetes develop some type of neuropathy. The peripheral nervous system is the n

Based on studies conducted; Menstrual Migraine affects 60% of the women. Menstrually Related Migraine (MRM_ can be effectively managed with strategies similar to those used for non-MRM. Behavioral management is an important concept in menstrual as well as nonmenstrual migraine. Menstruation is one of many factors that puts women at risk for migraine. Hormonal changes are just one of many potential trigger factors. Around 50 per cent of women notice a link between migraine and

If you have headaches that occur between 2 days before your period and in the first 3 days of flow, and if those headaches are more severe, or light bothers you more with those headaches, odds are you have menstrual migraine. Menstrual migraine is fueled by the drop in usual estrogen levels that occurs just prior to the menstrual period. The menstrual migraine window is considered 2 days before flow starts and continues for the first 3 days of menses. Around 50 per cent of wo

Are you suffering from Depression? Do you know the signs of depression? Common signs of depression are as follows: Sadness that does not leave you Feeling anxious all the time Loss of Self Confidence Feeling Helpless Stress and Frustrations Feeling Hopeless Sleeping Problems Constant Tiredness Feeling of guilt Physical pain Avoiding friends & relatives Difficulty to work or study Constant thinking about death and self harm Depression is a disorder by low mood and a wide rang

Depression is certainly no laughing matter. We recently heard of the news regarding the celebrity chef & CNN Star, Anthony Bourdains' death (apparent suicide) last week. According to news reports the culprit was depression. Depression is a disorder by low mood and a wide range of other possible symptoms, which will vary from person to person. This illness can develop quickly or gradually, and be brought on by life events and/or changes in body chemistry, and it is often accom

Do you know that migraine pain is a complex neurological condition; which can affect the whole body and can result in many symptoms, sometimes without a headache at all. It may be easily overlooked or mistaken for other conditions and can affect people in many different ways. Some of the symptom of migraine may include: flashing lights, blind spots in the vision, nausea, vomiting, debilitating head pain, pins and needles & even numbness in the limbs.Migraine is triggered by a

Do not panic! Back Pain is very common and normally improves in a few days. Pain in the lower back can be felt anywhere along the spine – from the neck down to the hips. In most cases the pain isn't caused by anything serious and will usually get better over time. One can manage lower back yourself by keeping mobile and perhaps taking over-the-counter painkillers. Most back pain usually gets better on its own. The symptoms of back pain can vary from person to person. Back pai

We first have to remember that motion sickness is not a serious illness and may be prevented. It is commonly defined as the feeling of cold sweat, nausea, dizziness accompanied with vomiting when a persons' sense of balance is disrupted by constant motion. Riding in a car, aboard a ship or boat may cause stimulation of the vestibular system and visual stimulation that often leads to motion sickness. It usually quiets down as soon as the motion stops. The more you travel, the