Vitiligo is a loss of skin pigment that causes white spots or patches to appear on the skin. No one knows exactly why this happens, but it affects people of all races, many of them kids and teens. Because vitiligo affects a person's appearance, it can be upsetting. But it isn't medically dangerous.
Headaches can be one of the most debilitating side-effects of a cold or flu. According to a recent clinical trial that evaluated people with cold and flu symptoms, more than 60% of those polled experienced headaches related to their illness. When youâre on the go, even sunlight and movement can cause sensitivity, making it difficult for busy parents to get through the day.
Foods like hot dogs and pepperoni often contain nitrates, another headache trigger. Some processed foods also are rich in tyramine. A little bit of chocolate usually won't trigger a headache. When chocolate does cause a headache, tyramine is probably the culprit. Very cold foods. An ice cream headache usually comes on quickly and lasts less than a minute. But for some people who experience migraine headaches, eating ice cream can trigger a more prolonged migraine attack. The best way to find what foods and/or drinks cause your headaches is to keep a diary. Every time you have a headache, write down everything you ate and drank before the headache started.