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What is it called when you have broken blood vessels all over your face as the result of an intense migraine? My sister just experienced this the night before leaving to live in Japan as an exchange student.

drivein-driveout replied: "it means you have an anger problem... jk lol"

angelsong_04 replied: "PAIN"

Sunset F replied: "I must admit I have never heard of that; it sounds awful. I have migraines with auras, but never what you described. Poor girl."

Ty replied: "awww... poor thing!!! does it hurt??? ( i mean besides the migraine... does the burst veins hurt???) that really sucks... is she able to fly like that? sorry... i just realized that i hate it when ppl answer questions with questions... and i totally just did that. i dont know what its called... but it doesnt sound good!"

monamarie replied: "Sounds like a hypertensive headache."

pinkrosegreeneyes bluerose replied: "That happens to my face when I throw up, which isn't very often. They should vanish in 3 days."

finaldx replied: "Petechial hemorrhages are rupture of the post-capillary venules when the pressure in them exceeds their ability to handle it. You can see it in women who have had strenuous labor, or people after severe vomiting, as well as people who use the inversion boots and hang upside down like bats."

easytofool replied: "These are spider veins."

meeeeeee replied: "Something to see a doctor about"

The sexual side effects by SSRI's are caused by a restriction of blood vessels in the brain, what about this? SSRIs help relieve the symptoms of anxiety and depression by increasing the available supply of serotonin in the brain. Seratonin is a brain chemical that helps to regulate your mood. There is more. Serotonin is also a potent constrictor of the blood vessels and is thought to be involved in the mechanism of migraine and stroke. And sexual problems? Is this the whole reason behind why SSRI's cause sexual side effects, because they restrict blood flow and blood vessels in the brain? Those people out there saying it has caused them permanent sexual dysfuction have suddenly caused me to give them merit, as those blood vessels in the brain that have been restricted for so long, especially for those who took the SSRI's while growing up, will definitely effect the time, if any, that it will completely reverse. It does also appear to indeed increase the chance of stroke and one person claimed it caused them an impairment of vision, which also makes sense. SSRI's are constricting the blood vessels in the brain, I can't believe it. I wish this had to be explained to people, as I wouldn't have taken an SSRI pill this morning, which I now plan to quit. Would taking an appropriate dose of a brain blood vessel relaxing medication (?), stop the side effects of SSRI's, while reaping the benefits of the added serotonin? Perhaps, but that is beginning to sound like chemistry to me. Incidentally, is there anything else that can help my OCD? And how long will that 50mg dosage of sertraline hydrochloride that I took this morning take to completely leave my body? Thankfully, it is unlikely that it could have caused any permanent damage with one pill, I mean, thats liking thinking of it has a poison pill. Anyway, I have taken a few Effexors precribed to me when I was 17 and I stopped after a few times when I noticed my sexual ability stopped. What the hell is wrong with those eggheads, can't they see something wrong with this?

Az R replied: "You're in a very very iffy realm. The relationship between SSRIs and blood pressure is pretty weak. The effect they have seems to be very, very mild, and in fact they seem to constrict the larger arteries to the brain and dilate the smaller capillaries in the brain tissue. The idea that vasoconstriction is responsible for sexual side effects really has no merit for several reasons. The sort of blood deprivation that you're describing would result in tissue death, which would be clearly visible on the imaging studies done on the twelve odd cases of PSSD - there was none present. Second is that sexual arousal is clearly monitored by the serotonin system itself. PSSD has been getting a lot of unwarranted attention on Answers lately. This is very rare, there have been twelve confirmed cases in a few billion patient-years, and none of the people claiming to 'have' it on the internet have had the few hundred other causes of sexual dysfunction, most of which are comorbid with depression, ruled out. If you read those studies, they clearly went through every possible cause known to medical science before assigning blame. This is by all accounts, astronomically. Imaging of the blood flow in the brains of people taking SSRIs shows no significant alteration in blood flow or pressure. This is probably due to the fact that the Serotonin Transport Protein targeted by SSRIs is not shared by the serotonin system involved in blood pressure regulation (I'm not good with cardiovascular drugs, so I don't know the specifics of how this system works.) OCD lives in the anxiety domain. And if anyone wants to know why anxiety disorders are difficult to treat, just read the question again. You may also consider the drug Amitriptyline. As for the specific questions Sexual side effects due to vasoconstriction? No. Sexual side effects are due to an increase in serotonin activity in the areas responsible for regulating sexual drive and arousal. More serotonin slows down this system. Would a vasodilator help? No, because the effects on blood pressure and blood vessel tone are negligible. Near none existant as far as we can tell. So you've got a choice here. You can have a little faith in your doctor's experience and education and work with the process, or you can wait until you can't tolerate the psychiatric symptoms you're having anymore."

Crouching Doggie replied: "Exactly as the above author proffered, it seems like there a bit of confusion about the MOA of SSRIs versus the MOA of serotonergic agonists used in the treatment of Migraine headache. If we accept the theory that Migraine is the product of intracranial vasodilitation, then a serotonergic agonist would only be sensible in it's treatment (and they do appear to work rather well for many). SSRIs function in a very different manner (at the level of the synapse), so it's really rather complex pharmacology that we're talking about and rather than complicate the matter, your best bet is to adhere to your physician's recommendations. Generally, the advice physicians offer is highly well-thought out, so you'd be well advised to trust your Psychiatrist's judgement, but again, like most things in life, it's entirely up to you."

can you show me pictures of basilar artery migraine in forhead? my moms forhead has huge bumps like blood vessels sticking out all over on the right side ...she is sick and can't talk.

TweetyBird replied: "The basilar artery is located in the back of the head. Try another diagnosis."

aWellWisher replied: "Rule out craniofacial A-V malformation. See- Good luck!"

derek c replied: "Here's a link to an image of the artery (I'm glad tweety is a nurse and not a brain surgeon!)http://stroke-information.i42.com/articles/images/imgSS-bloodCirculation.gif"

Can anyone tell me why nicotine curbs migraine pain? I have been suffering from chronic migraine pain for over 6 months. I've seen a neurologist, have had numerous tests run, and taken many pre ions to curtail the pain. Nothing worked. One day, I was really frustrated with having to cope with this excruciating pain day-in and day-out, so I decided to buy a pack of cigarettes. I was up for trying anything at this point. Less than 2 days later, low & behold, the pain was almost completely gone. I was ecstatic! Now I am 98% pain-free. I informed my doctor that I was smoking again (I had quit 5 years earlier) & told him how it helped my pain virtually disappered. He said nicotine constricts the blood vessels, so that's most likely why my pain has subsided. He also told me to try the nicotine patch to get the same effect. I've been trying the patch, but it doesn't work as well. I've searched the web for info. as to why nicotine has helped me, mostly all I can find is negative statements. I appreciate any info. you can help me with.

chaskfrazier replied: "Because it's numbing some of the nerves that it takes to kill parts of your lungs and heart instead. Keep smoking and a migraine headache will be the least of your problems. No offense, but don't come on Y/A to ask for medical advice from boneheads like us. It's your health you're talking about."

lilykdesign replied: "Actually, nicotine has a long history of medicinal use, the native use, amongst certain tribes. You're not the only one, a lot of people have found smoking to help with alot of their various problems. Once upon a time it was prescribed as an anti-psychotic. Your doctor as the right idea. The difference between smoking and using the patch is the amount of nicotine you receive, the patch weans you off smoking thus gives you less. Nicotine is not a bad drug and it's actually the act of inhaling into your system that causes problems. Nicotine can be found in alot foods like potatoes, and related vegetable. I understand crippling migraines, I've had them too. But consider eating more potatoes and such, rather than smoking, you'll be much better off for it. Edit: I just realized I didn't answer the first question. Nicotine can be dehydrating. Migraines are often couse by or prolonged by excess fluid in the brain. So, put the two together, and you've got a treatment."

dbgyog replied: "There is no medicine for H/A OR MIGRAINE. Not only these but for almost all painful diseases. Hence they become chronic. Acidity, excessive wind, cold , heat, sour food and sinusitis, constipation, intestinal inflammation; Blockage in the flow of Vital Energy are their causes. None of them can be treated with medicine. Our 100% success in treating migraine &H/A confirms it. Acupuncture is the best treatment. I can treat it with naturopathy and YOG, but how can you manage pl see. Avoid late sleeping if possible;spicy, sour, stale bakery foods and alcohole. Sweet foods, sweet fruits, milk, rice and good sleep will help you. But you try one herbal remedy- two drops of drumstick leaves' juice in opposite nostril if one side pains and both nostrils if full H/A will give you rescue. Betel leaf helps but it isvery strong. If it is acute pl search a painful point 3-6 mm behind your thumb nail and press it, H/A will disappear within 30 seconds. Source(s): SHREE SWASTHYAYOG TREATMENT, TRAINING & RESEARCH INSTITUTE R.H. 19, Jhulelal Society, Sector 2/E, Airoli, Navi Mumbai, INDIA."

Keko replied: "The number one cause of migraines is not staying hydrated (your body weight divided by 2 times ounces) with non sugar drinks. The second is muscles that are tight for full explination see a book called The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook by Davies. The muscles in the back as far down as the butt, shoulders, arms, neck and throughout the head can all be involved. Starting with a massage therapist will speed you to health (they should be able to help you decide if a chiropractor can help - I use one)."

BaFfler replied: "There's a new development in migraine therapy: "

Migraine headache - dark spot on forehead ... what causes this? When my friends husband gets a migraine there is a blood vessel on his forehead that bulges and looks like a big bruise - tonight it was huge!! He has previously been to the ER - they told him not to worry about it. I told him it's likely high blood pressure and to get a second opinion - any other thoughts????

emtd65 replied: "You are correct. He should have followed up with his doctor within 48 hours of his visit to the ER. Did they do any tests? Such as a Ct scan? He should see a his doctor and then possibly a neurologist."

dbgyog replied: "It clearly indicates that there is blockage in the flow of blood. Acupuncture can treat it. There is no medicine for H/A OR MIGRAINE. Not only these but for almost all painful diseases. Hence they become chronic. Acidity, WORRY, excessive wind, cold , heat, sour food and sinusitis, constipation, intestinal inflammation; Blockage in the flow of Vital Energy are their causes. None of them can be treated with medicine. Our 100% success in treating migraine &H/A confirms it. Acupuncture is the best treatment. I can treat it with naturopathy and YOG, but how can you manage pl see. Avoid late sleeping if possible;spicy, sour, stale bakery foods and alcohole. Sweet foods, COCOANUT WATER,sweet fruits, milk, rice, SPROUTS, SALADS and good sleep will help you. But you try one herbal remedy- two drops of drumstick leaves' juice in opposite nostril if one side pains and both nostrils if full H/A will give you rescue. Betel leaf helps but it isvery strong. If it is acute pl search a painful point 3-6 mm behind your thumb nail and press it, H/A will disappear within 30 seconds. Source(s): SHREE SWASTHYAYOG TREATMENT, TRAINING & RESEARCH INSTITUTE R.H. 19, Jhulelal Society, Sector 2/E, Airoli, Navi Mumbai, INDIA."

Dawid Michalczyk replied: "I'm a migraine sufferer myself and maintain a website (see link below) about migraine headaches. Here is a short excerpt on one of the migraine causes that can be related to your friends husband: "It is interesting to note that about sixty years ago it was thought that the root cause of migraines was a spasm in the blood vessels that run through the head. It was suggested that the first part of the spasm was the blood vessels constricting or becoming smaller in diameter. This was thought to bring on the famous aura or flashing lights that some people experience. When the vessels relaxed and opened up again, the increase in blood flow was thought to bring on the pain. This theory of the blood vessels expanding and contracting is still thought to be a major contributing factor to migraines. A little over three decades ago it was also determined that certain chemicals inside the brain also play a part in the onset of migraines. These chemicals are serotonin and dopamine. Both of these chemicals are found naturally in the brain, but when the levels of either or both become out of balance, they can cause a migraine by affecting the blood vessels." There can be many causes to igraine headache and in my opinion the best way to find its root cause is through keeping a journal. I always write down the foods I have eaten the day the headache started. After a while a pattern will emerge and that will make it easy to isolate any possible causes. Personally I seem to experience migraine after eating wheat or too much dairy products. I watch my diet carefully and normally don't eat wheat. If I do I often get the aura. But if I eat too much dairy I get the headache."

i am having sharp pain in head and busted blood vessel in my eye. this is 2nd time it has happened in 2 weeks? this is weird... i get a really sharp pain right above my nose, in between my eyes, like a migraine, but only in the 1 area, then all of a sudden i notice my left eye with a big red circle in it. this is 2ns time in 2 weeks!! help!

They Suspended Me replied: "that sounds really awful. you should go to your ophthalmologist, it sounds really serious,"

Layka L replied: "Go to the emergency immmediately! A problem like this unsolved can cause blindness. I have a friend that kept having sharp pains in her head and eyes were hurting for weeks then one day she woke up blind! Thats real talk go to the hospital now!"

I suffer from migraines after playing rugby - any advice? I've been to see my GP who have simply told me to take anti-inflammatory tablets before a game and says it's my age (34)! I play prop and therefore get alot of pressure on my neck during a game which I think is the cause of the migraine. I've read that migraines might be caused by constricted blood vessels etc. Does anyone else suffer from this? (I get flashing lights; then partial blindness; then a killer headache that lasts 3-4 hours).

Cindy S replied: "I've had migraines since I was 13 yrs old and I'm going into my 50th yr.. I have the flashing lights, partial Vision that vibrates in my eyes and sick to my stomach. Then the headache hits.One thing I learned was when you start to lose your vision take that as your warning sign. Make sure you get to a safe place before the onset hits..and it will. I think the Dr's have tried everything on me..From pills to shots.. The best thing that has helped me is Imitrex . Ask you Dr for it and as soon as any warning sign come, take it right away.You might find that the warning signs will be the only thing you get..Even if the headache comes, take it anyway. I wouldn't want to live without it..Good Luck"

How does maxalt rizatriptan work? I take this medication for my migraine attacks. I'd like to know whether this medication merely numbs the head like a painkiller or does this medication try to get da enlargened blood vessels to get back to normal size?

Sandy replied: "Click on the link to see how it works. It contains warnings too. I take Synflex (Naproxen) for my migraines and period pains."

Shaking/convulsions from migraine? During a migraine, if its REALLY bad, I tend to shake a lot. Especially if I feel nauseous (but no matter what, I never throw up). It usually scares people a lot, because well, I mean, my limbs are practically convulsing. It seems to be from pain, but is it normal? I thought maybe that the migraine might be doing it, what with the nerons and blood vessels going all out of control. I dont have enough money to see a migrain specialist right now, but I just wanted to know if it was normal? Ive had an MRI that returned normal about 2 and half years ago.

Jareth's Trousers replied: "I get migraines, and they run in my family. I also have a friend who gets them pretty bad. I've never heard of anyone convulsing or shaking. MRIs don't necessarily pick everything up, and not everything shows up on an MRI so your doctor really should have looked elsewhere for causes of this. Women tend to get dismissed more from doctors than men. We get told that things are in our head. (no pun intended) Try and figure out a way to get to another doctor for another opinion even if it's not a specialist. I've never heard of this with migraines, but then mine tend to be easily controlled - thankfully. Here's a list of sites that popped up when I typed in "migraines convulsions" into Google. Maybe this can point you in a direction."

I have been getting intense migraine headaches for some time now. I saw a new doctor and he said...? I could have leaking blood veins/vessels in my head/brain. Isn't this dangerous? I go back for further tests. intracranial hematoma , that's what they seem to think my problem is, and I'm only 35

sashazur replied: "Leaking blood vessels inside your brain could increase your risk of stroke. So yes, this could be dangerous. You should ask your doctor what the risks are for you specifically; you may not get a definite answer until more tests are done."

Calaminh Tran replied: "Leaking brain fluid? That's dangerous, My aunt just died 5 weeks ago because of that. It's called Cerebral hemorrhage I think. You should go google it."

gmk8803 replied: "yes it is dangerous from what it looks like it is a tumor/ blood clot. becareful. with some of the meds you take. Good luck"

lilly s replied: "i would say go back for further testing as soon as possible and it is dangerous if thats what you have. migranes are known to run in the family. i suffer from migraines but i get them from my mom and her sisters. i hope this answers your question."