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Migraines are one of the most common reasons individuals visit the doctor, affecting approximately 18% of women and 6% of men.

Dr Elliot Shevel, South Africa’s pioneer in the field of migraine surgery, and the medical director of The Headache Clinic in Johannesburg, shares important information about various types of headaches.

Fasting can be risky – it can cause daytime fatigue, headaches and weakness – so the elderly, the very young, the sick and pregnant women are exempt. But, research has shown the practice has some wide-ranging health benefits too – if done right.

There are times when you know exactly what caused your headache – a hangover, stress or even lack of sleep. And then there are other times when you can only guess at the cause.But no matter what type of headache you have, it’s usually not caused by any life-threatening condition.