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Q:My son, aged 22, has to take beta blockers plus Anadin for migraine. I am worried about him as I know he shouldn't be taking so much medication. Can you tell me of an alternative treatment? H ...
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Reader's Corner
Reader's Corner
Reader's Corner
Q In your Dental Handbook, you mention that root canal work is dangerous, but don't spell out the dangers. Could you elaborate them for us?-MN, Brighton.
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A few herbs have been shown to benefit migraine sufferers.
* Feverfew. This herb (Tanacetum parthenium) is probably the most effective plant for preventing migraine.
