Almost everyone has had a headache. It’s the most common form of pain and a major reason people miss days at work or school or visit a doctor. The most familiar types of headache include:
Tension
Migraine
Cluster
Sinus
Most people can feel better by making lifestyle changes, learning ways to relax, and taking pain relievers. Not all headaches require a doctor’s attention. But sometimes headaches warn of a more serious disorder. When headaches occur three or more times a month, preventive treatment is usually recommended. Learn more about headaches.
Drug Allergies
A drug allergy is an immune response in the body that produces an allergic reaction to a medicine. Some common allergy-causing drugs are:
Seizure drugs
Insulin (from animal sources)
Iodine in x-ray contrast dyes
Penicillin and related antibiotics
Sulfa drugs
Common symptoms of a drug allergy include:
Hives
Itching of the skin or eyes (common)
Skin rash (common)
Swelling of the lips, tongue, or face
Wheezing
There is generally no way to prevent a drug allergy. If you have a known drug allergy, avoiding the drug is the best way to prevent an allergic reaction. You may also be told to avoid similar medicines. Find out more about drug allergies.
Biotin
Biotin (vitamin B7) is found in foods like eggs, milk, and bananas. It’s an important part of enzymes in the body that break down substances like fats and carbohydrates. There isn’t a good test for detecting low biotin levels, so it’s usually identified by its symptoms, which include thinning hair and red scaly rash around the eyes, nose, and mouth. Biotin supplements might interfere with some lab tests so talk with your doctor if you are taking biotin supplements and need to have any blood tests.
Easy Meatballs
These easy meatballs are quick to put together and bake for one hour. Try them on sliders, with spaghetti, or as an appetizer.
