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"No one can imagine how terrible cluster headaches can be. Anything that could help stop the cycle of pain would be a blessing. A. People have described cluster headaches as feeling like a blowtorch applied to the eye or a red-hot poker being thrust into the skull. To make the agony worse, cluster headaches may recur a few times a week or even several times in a day. People tell us that hot peppers in a variety of forms can be helpful in cutting the cycle short. One fellow prefers a spicy Chinese tofu dish called mapo dofu, but he says anything with enough hot sauce works for him." - Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy (Get the book.)

"In one study, 10 mg of melatonin every evening reduced the frequency of cluster headaches, and some early evidence suggests it might also help with migraines. In one study, 3 mg taken every night before bed significantly reduced migraine frequency, intensity, and duration. The thinking is that melatonin production might be different for people with migraines. And a single dose of melatonin (.3 mg, less than '/i of a milligram) taken a few hours after nicotine withdrawal seems to reduce both symptoms of irritability and cigarette cravings." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"People have described cluster headaches as feeling like a blowtorch applied to the eye or a red-hot poker being thrust into the skull. To make the agony worse, cluster headaches may recur a few times a week or even several times in a day. People tell us that hot peppers in a variety of forms can be helpful in cutting the cycle short. One fellow prefers a spicy Chinese tofu dish called mapo dofu, but he says anything with enough hot sauce works for him. Another man relies on Tabasco sauce under his tongue." - Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy (Get the book.)

"There are three main types of headaches — tension headaches, migraines, and cluster headaches. Headaches can be caused by stress, exhaustion, repressed anger, muscle contractions, and expanding or contracting blood vessels in and around your brain. Who gets it? Almost everyone has experienced a tension headache. Women are much more likely to get migraines, while men are more prone to cluster headaches. What are the Symptoms? Dull, sharp, or throbbing pain, tightness, and pressure in your forehead, temples, or the back of your head." - The Editors of FC&A, Unleash the Inner Healing Power of Foods (Get the book.)

"See migraines.) cluster headaches, a type of migraine, typically cause severe pain around or behind one eye. Sinus headaches are caused by congestion and possibly infection of the sinuses. The pain is usually in the face, spreading from above the eyes to as far as the gum line. A feeling of pressure is common. Persistent headaches without a specific cause may be due to your environment or food intake. In this case, start with the Cleanse and Fortify Program described in chapter 4 to bring your body back into balance." - Tom Bohager, Everything You Need to Know About Enzymes to Treat Everything from Digestive Problems and Allergies to Migraines and Arthritis (Get the book.)

"In one call, he said he was feeling demented because of the medication he was taking for his cluster headaches: "And there's nothing worse than a stupid Fruit Detective." In an exchange about mangosteens in Montreal, he asked whether they oozed gamboge, a "smegmalike" substance that can perforate the fruits' outer surface. I thought the use of the word smegma in conjunction with a fruit was odd, but he didn't seem to be joking. Then Moyle and his demure wife, Chiyoko, invited Liane and me to a dinner party with Karp and his girlfriend, Cindy-Cat.* As soon as we arrived, the awkwardness began." - Adam Leith Gollne, The Fruit Hunters: A Story of Nature, Adventure, Commerce and Obsession (Get the book.)

"They treated not only migraine sufferers but also persons with cluster headaches and chronic daily headaches. Within 15 minutes, 32 of the men and women ?80% ?experienced relief. Though the headache may not have vanished, the pain lessened by at least 50%. In 18 of these individuals, the pain relief lasted at least 24 hours. Blood tests before treatment confirmed that all but four in this latter group had ionized magnesium concentrations that were lower than the average in a related group of pain free individuals. " - Mark Sircus, Transdermal Magnesium Therapy (Get the book.)

"Histamine has long been known to play a major role in cluster headaches.10 In fact, doctors used to diagnose cluster headaches by injecting a small amount of histamine under the skin and waiting for the headache to start about a half hour later. To track down whether any foods contribute to cluster headaches, you can avoid the common migraine triggers and then, if necessary, use an elimination diet, as described in the previous chapter. This technique is used for many other health problems when a food trigger is suspected." - Neal Barnard, M.D., Foods That Fight Pain: Revolutionary New Strategies for Maximum Pain Relief (Get the book.)

"Melatonin is also used for cluster headaches and tinnitus. precautions and adverse reactions Adverse effects of exogenous melatonin have generally been minimal. Drowsiness, fatigue, headache, confusion, gastrointestinal complaints, and reduced body temperature have been reported. Melatonin has exacerbated dysphoria in depressed patients and has caused mood swings. It has caused depressive symptoms and fever when used with interleukin-2 in cancer therapy. Rarely, tachycardia, seizures, acute psychotic reactions, autoimmune hepatitis, and pruritus have been reported." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Cluster headaches (page 117) Indigestion and heartburn (page 260) Itching (anal; pruritus ani) Obesity (page 446) Rheumatoid arthritis (page 387) (topical) þftft Bursitis (page 87) Low back pain (page 293) (topical) Migraine headaches (page 316) Historical or traditional use (may or may not be supported by scientific studies) The potent, hot fruit of cayenne has been used as medicine for centuries. It was considered helpful by herbalists for various conditions of the gastrointestinal tract, including stomach aches, cramping pains, and gas." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.) "Holistic approaches that may be helpful Oxygen therapy has been found to be useful in treating cluster headaches. A double-blind trial compared breathing 100% oxygen with breathing air (nitrogen and oxygen) through a mask for 15 minutes or less during six headache episodes per person. The 100% oxygen significantly reduced the pain of acute cluster attacks in all subjects." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"The final study involved patients with cluster headaches.50 Because previous studies reported that low serum ionized magnesium levels are common in patients with cluster headaches, researchers examined the possibility that patients with cluster headaches and low ionized magnesium levels may respond to an intravenous infusion of magnesium sulfate." - Michael T. Murray, ND, Textbook of Natural Medicine 2nd Edition Volume 2 (Get the book.)

"Preliminary clinical trials investigating the use of intranasal capsaicin for the prevention and treatment of cluster headaches report significant decteases in the number of clustet episodes in some of the participants.22 The decreases usually lasted no more than 40 days after the end of treatment,23 although a few patients have experienced relief for up to two years.24 In a double-blind study, patients who received capsaicin in-tranasally twice daily for seven days during a cluster episode had a significant reduction in pain for the following 15 days." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"All nine patients with cluster headaches had their acute headache aborted by magnesium therapy." Migraine sufferers who responded to the treatment experienced a complete alleviation of their current symptoms, including sensitivity to lights and sound. Subsequent studies of additional migraine patients have confirmed a common pattern, Altura says. "Those patients where ionized magnesium in the brain or blood is low will respond to intravenous magnesium very quickly and dramatically." The combination of heat and magnesium chloride increases circulation and waste removal." - Mark Sircus, Transdermal Magnesium Therapy (Get the book.)

"They are called cluster headaches because they tend to occur in clusters of one to three headaches a day for a few days, recurring every few months. Unlike migraines, there are no warning symptoms. Double-blind studies indicate that intranasal application of a special capsaicin ointment by a physician may relieve cluster headaches. In one double-blind study, patients with acute cluster headaches were randomized to receive either capsaicin or placebo in the nostril for 7 days.23 Patients recorded the severity of each headache for 15 days." - Michael T. Murray, N.D., The Healing Power of Herbs: The Enlightened Person's Guide to the Wonders of Medicinal Plants (Get the book.)

"Headaches can be vascular in nature, such as migraines, tension headaches, or cluster headaches, or due to an infection, trauma medication, high blood pressure, or a tumor. Depression and anxiety can also be associated with headaches. A severe headache that comes on suddenly should be evaluated by a doctor. Keep a diary: A headache diary should be kept so that triggers can be tracked. Once a cause can be isolated, make any necessary modifications to your lifestyle or diet to avoid further episodes." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"Proof that it works: Doctors at the State University of New York in Brooklyn gave 1 gram (g) of magnesium intravenously to each of 40 patients who were experiencing migraine, tension or cluster headaches. Thirty-two of the patients reported complete pain relief within 15 minutes. People who had migraines also experienced complete relief of symptoms such as light sensitivity and nausea. All of the patients who got relief had low blood levels of magnesium before the treatment. RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME You're desperate to move your legs." - Bottom Line Health, Bottom Line's Health Breakthroughs 2007 (Get the book.)

"Women are much more likely to get migraines, while men are more prone to cluster headaches. What are the Symptoms? Dull, sharp, or throbbing pain, tightness, and pressure in your forehead, temples, or the back of your head. Sometimes a headache can be a symptom of a more serious medical problem, such as an infection or tumor. See your doctor if you have frequent and severe headaches. Cook up some migraine relief If you suddenly see lights, don't worry — it's not a UFO. It's probably an aura, colored spots that flash before your eyes when a migraine is on its way." - The Editors of FC&A, Unleash the Inner Healing Power of Foods (Get the book.)

"Dietary changes that may be helpful Some doctors report that food sensitivities may trigger cluster headaches in some people.2'3 While the connection between diet and migraine headache (page 316) is well established, no controlled research has investigated the role of diet in cluster headache. Many people with clustet headaches are heavy consumers of alcohol, and alcohol consumption has been reported to bring on cluster headache attacks.4'5 However, no research has investigated the effects of avoiding alcohol on cluster headache recurrences." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"For relief of cluster headaches. Caution: Do not take tyrosine if you are taking an MAO inhibitor drug, commonly prescribed for depression. Methylsulfonyl-methane (MSM) As directed on label. Relieves pain. Potassium 99 mg daily. For the proper sodium and potassium balance, which is needed to avoid water retention. Water retention may put undue pressure on the brain. Primrose oil 500 mg 3-4 times daily. Supplies essential fatty acids, which promote healthy circulation, help regulate the inflammatory response, and relieve pain." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"To make the agony worse, cluster headaches may recur a few times a week or even several times in a day. People tell us that hot peppers in a variety of forms can be helpful in cutting the cycle short. One fellow prefers a spicy Chinese tofu dish called mapo dofu, but he says anything with enough hot sauce works for him. Another man relies on Tabasco sauce under his tongue. He chases this "strong medicine" with a glass of ice water and reports relief "in 5 minutes max." The active ingredient in hot pepper is capsaicin. Though it may not work for everyone, sipping spicy soup seems worth a try." - Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy (Get the book.)

"Related to cluster headaches and migraines. Disturbances in the blood vessels. Lie down and keep your blood pressure under control. worse by exercise. Talk to your health care provider about your headaches before using exercise to control the pain. Q Researchers are studying the possibility that the trigeminal nerve pathway (the site of the nerve responsible for sensation in the face, mouth, and nasal cavity) and the brain chemical serotonin are factors in severe headaches. Disturbances in serotonin levels are associated with most headaches." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.) "Headaches, persistent Allergies; asthma; brain tumor; cluster headaches; drug reaction; eyestrain; glaucoma; high blood pressure; migraine; sinusitis; stress; vitamin deficiency. Heartbeat, irregular or rapid Anemia; anxiety; arteriosclerosis; asthma; caffeine, alcohol, or tobacco consumption; calcium, magnesium, and/or potassium deficiency; cancer; cardiovascular disease; drug reaction; fever; heart attack; high blood pressure; hormonal imbalance; low blood pressure; obesity; overeating; overzealous exercising." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"In a double-blind study of 20 sufferers of cluster headaches, subjects were given either melatonin 10 mg in a single evening dose or placebo for 2 weeks, during a cluster period. Fifty percent of melatonin-treated patients responded. Improvement began 3 days after the onset of treatment, and responders were free of headaches after 5 days. There was no improvement in the placebo group. Discontinuation of treatment by responders was followed by gradual recurrence of cluster attacks, obliging re-institution of treatment (Leone & Bussone, 1998; Leone et al, 1996)." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Type of Headache Symptoms Causes/Triggers Treatment Aneurysm-associated headache Early symptoms mimic those of cluster headaches and migraines. If an aneurysm ruptures, it can cause sudden extreme pain, double vision, rigid neck, and stroke leading to unconsciousness. A balloonlike bulge or weak spot on a blood vessel wall; high blood pressure. Keep blood pressure low. If found early, surgery may be necessary. Arthritis headache Pain at the back of the head or neck, made worse by movement; inflammation of joints and shoulder and/or neck muscles. Unknown. Take feverfew supplements." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"Migraine and cluster headaches, on the other hand, can cause very serious problems. "Migraine probably is the most disabling headache because of the nausea, vomiting and disability that accompany it," says Dr. Kunkel. "Cluster headaches are the most painful." Both migraines and cluster headaches are called vascular headaches. Doctors suspect that insufficient levels of a neurochemical called serotonin set off the process by causing blood vessels in the brain to constrict (clamp down)." - Matthew Hoffman and William Legro, Disease Free: How to Prevent, Treat and Cure More Than 150 Illnesses and Conditions (Get the book.)

"Sumatriptan)- Serotonin 5-HTiD Receptor Agonist, used to treat vascular headaches such as migraine and cluster headaches. 23.lmdur?(generic name: Isosorbide Mononitrate)- A member of the nitrate family, prescribed to dilate blood vessels and prevent chest pain. 24.Lantus?(generic name: Insulin Glargine)- Man-made insulin used in the treatment of type 1 diabetes. 25Lescol XL?(generic name: fluvastatin)- Statin cholesterol-lowering drug that blocks the production of cholesterol in the body. 26.Lavaquin?(generic name: levofloxacin)- A fluoroquinolone antibiotic. 27.Levothroid? or Synthroid?" - Dr David W Tanton, Ph.D., Antidepressants, Antipsychotics, And Stimulants - Dangerous Drugs on Trial (Get the book.)

"Also most people who are affected by cluster headaches exhibit a deficiency in choline levels. DMAE DMAE elevates one's mood, counters depression, boosts cognitive functions and even increases intelligence. These benefits stem from this brain nutrient's role in manufacturing the crucial neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Quick facts: One of the best measures of cognitive function is reaction time. How quickly can you make a decision under pressure or in a crisis?_ Folic Acid Folic acid helps maintain the brain's levels of memory." - Jan Lovejoy, Get Balanced-the Natural Way to Better Health with Superfoods (Get the book.)

"Neurologists are asking a similar question ?do cluster headaches cause brain abnormalities or do the abnormalities cause cluster headaches? Scientists at the Institute of Neurology in London studied people suffering from cluster headaches and, using state-of-the-art technology, found permanent flaws or defects in a specific section of their brain called the hypothalamus. This area controls hunger, sex drive, and your body's natural 24-hour rhythm. Interestingly enough, this brain area shows unusual activity during a cluster headache." - Editors of FC&A, 1001 Home Health Secrets for Seniors (Get the book.)

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