Preview books - Understanding Migraine and
Other Headaches
Headaches are very common. However, most headaches
only last a short time and often have a known cause. These types of headache
are not usually of great concern to the sufferer as the underlying cause is apparent.
Sometimes headaches do not have such an obvious origin, which can lead to
a great deal of concern and anxiety. Fortunately, in most cases, the headaches
are not the result of anything sinister. This book should help you to understand
the cause of your headache and assist you in controlling your
symptoms.
Dr Anne MacGregor is Director of Clinical
Research at the City of London Migraine Clinic, also working in the
Department of Gynaecology and Department of Sexual Health at St
Bartholomew's Hospital. Her non-clinical work includes General Secretary
of the International Headache Society, and Medical Adviser to the Margaret
Pyke Memorial Trust.
