Board-certified in family medicine and osteopathic medicine, Dr. John Fritz is currently the owner and medical director of Hudson Primary Care Professionals in Jersey City, New Jersey. In addition to offering treatment options for Jersey City patients with diabetes, Dr. John Fritz utilizes a range of treatments to help individuals who experience acute and chronic migraines.
Caused by changes to serotonin levels in the body, migraine headaches can last for a few hours or several days and can seriously impact a patient’s quality of life. While over-the-counter and prescription medication can help lessen the pain, healthy habits and other practices can sometimes stop migraines before they start. Ample sleep and a healthy diet are vital to the prevention of migraines. Since foods such as chocolate or caffeine may act as triggers, keeping a food journal can be a helpful way to identify and eliminate possible causes. Regular exercise and stress management also regulate serotonin levels and help the body produce pain-blocking chemicals.
If a migraine does develop, individuals should find a dark place to recline with a damp cloth over the eyes. In the early stages of a migraine, small amounts of caffeine may enhance the effectiveness of aspirin and acetaminophen.
Caused by changes to serotonin levels in the body, migraine headaches can last for a few hours or several days and can seriously impact a patient’s quality of life. While over-the-counter and prescription medication can help lessen the pain, healthy habits and other practices can sometimes stop migraines before they start. Ample sleep and a healthy diet are vital to the prevention of migraines. Since foods such as chocolate or caffeine may act as triggers, keeping a food journal can be a helpful way to identify and eliminate possible causes. Regular exercise and stress management also regulate serotonin levels and help the body produce pain-blocking chemicals.
If a migraine does develop, individuals should find a dark place to recline with a damp cloth over the eyes. In the early stages of a migraine, small amounts of caffeine may enhance the effectiveness of aspirin and acetaminophen.