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Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
‘I have a crippling health issue that's only fixed by Botox'
When Suzi Brown from Manchester started experiencing excruciating pain around puberty she knew something wasn't right, but never expected to suffer for decades later Headaches can be debilitating, whether they are linked to allergies, hormones, caffeine or hypertension. Perhaps the hardest to cope with are migraines, which cause mild to severe pain, typically affecting one side of the head. They can also impact your vision and make you feel incredibly sick. Doctor Ross Perry, medical director of Cosmedics skin clinics ( says, 'Migraines area unique kind of headache, often characterised by pain on one side of the head, nausea, and visual disturbances such as flashing lights or temporary tunnel vision. You may also experience an aura,a sensation indicating that a migraine is about to occur. 'The exact cause of migraines is unknown, but they're thought to be triggered by spasms of blood vessels in the brain or neck area. Factors like stress, alcohol and dehydration can exacerbate them, but sometimes they can happen for no apparent reason.' Doctor Perry explains that preventive treatments are the main approach to managing migraines, with medications available to help prevent their onset. Migraines may start when young girls get their first period, but they can begin at any time. They can persist throughout the reproductive years and into menopause. Doctor Ross adds, 'Sadly, there's not much you can do as it's often down to genetics. However, certain measures can help manage the onset and severity, such as staying hydrated and drinking plenty of fluids.' Drinking water and engaging in regular exercise can also help alleviate migraines triggered by hormones. It's recommended to manage stress levels through breathing exercises or yoga.' As June marks Migraine & Headache Awareness Month, we spoke to web developer Suzi Brown, 46, from Manchester, who suffered for years before finding the perfect and unexpected cure. 'I started suffering from migraines around puberty. I remember telling my mum my head felt really heavy when I was about nine years old. For me, they feel like a vice is crushing my head, and I feel sick and dizzy at the same time. I get brain fog and memory loss, both during and after. 'The worst thing is not being able to plan – they happen without warning. I missed a festival last year because I had to leave early. Alcohol makes them worse, too. I've even had to miss family holidays abroad. 'I missed tons of work before I was self-employed, and people made comments that I was lying because it's not a disability that can be seen – although you can see when I have one, as my face and eyes are really puffy. 'It's much easier now I'm self-employed. In fact, it's one of the reasons I work for myself. If I do have to take time off, I can make up the hours, and I'm in control of my workload. 'If I catch migraines early, they can last a few hours. I take meds during the night if I feel one coming, and they're usually gone by morning. If I don't, they can last a few days or even a week. 'To manage them, I now get Botox which takes away about 80% of the migraines. I don't know how it works, but I'm thankful it does. I get some Botox on the NHS, so although it's meant to be every three to six months, it's nearer to every year due to waiting lists. So I top this up privately when I can. "The doctor has added the sides of the head and, last time, the forehead. The latter hasn't worked,but it did wonders for my wrinkles!'
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Doctors lists risks of bathing with pets as Amanda Holden has bath with dog
There's a special bond between a dog and its owner, but some might argue that bathing together is a step too far. Amanda Holden left listeners shocked on Heart Radio this week when she revealed she that she had a bath and put her pooch, Minnie, in too. The 54-year-old explained: "I looked at Minnie the moocher, who's my dog, and I just thought, I'm gonna put her in with me. "I need to wash her anyway because she's covered in sand, so I took her collar off and we had a little bath together!" She continued: "I used all her doggie shampoo, so there were no products in the bath so please don't write in. Minnie was loving it, she was living her best life." Holden then got out of the bath, but decided to reuse the water to bathe her other dog Rudie too. She added: "I put Rudie in the bath water. I just thought it saves a bit of bath water and then I gave him a good old scrub as well so everyone was clean and fluffy and lovely!" The anecdote left her colleagues divided. Her producer put their "head in their hands" while her co-star Jamie Theakston questioned: "Is it ever okay or is it a problem to bathe with your pets?" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Amanda Holden (@noholdenback) Dr Ross Perry, medical director of Cosmedics skin clinic explains that it's very important to avoid bathing with your dogs at all cost, as dogs can carry a host of different bacteria in their fur. "Pets can carry bacteria and parasites in their fur and skin, such as E. coli, Salmonella, fleas, and ticks, which can be transmitted to humans during a shared bath," Dr Perry explains. "Pet-specific shampoos are formulated for the different pH levels and skin types of animals, and using them on humans can cause irritation, dryness, or allergic reactions. Human bath products contain harsh chemicals, fragrances, and artificial colours that can cause allergic reactions or skin sensitivities in dogs." Even if your dog appears clean and you keep up with regular flea and worming treatment, it's best to keep the grooming process separate to avoid any chance of catching an infection. "Bathing separately also ensures that pets are bathed using appropriate products for their needs, without the risk of cross-contamination from harmful chemicals or bacteria that could affect both humans and pets," Dr Perry adds. Dr Deborah Lee at Dr Fox pharmacy agrees that baths with your dog could cause a host of different infections, which could have "serious consequences for both the dog and the owner." "Dogs are dirty creatures! Their tail-ends are teaming with microorganisms," Lee states, "These organisms will be swirling in the bath water and may be splashed into your eyes, nose and mouth and even swallowed. Infection can potentially enter the human body from any orifice." Alongside the risk to personal hygiene and health, Lee warns that it could also lead to injury for the owner or the pet if they are both in the bath together. "In my view, you should never bathe with your dog," Dr Lee adds, "Apart from the risk of infection, in the slippery bath, and the presence of dog and human and soap and shampoo, this is a high risk of things getting out of control and either the dog or the owner having an accident or the dog getting frightened. You can shower your dog in the garden with dog shampoo very happily and save your clean, hot bathtub just for you!" Read more about health and animals: Dogs can smell if you're stressed - here's what else they can sniff out (Yahoo, 3-min read) What is bird flu, and should you be worried about it? (The Guardian, 8-min read) What we know as lab-grown meat set for UK shelves within two years (Yahoo, 6-min read)
