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Why do we get brain freeze?
Dr. Mydlarz says brain freeze may be a survival reflex, where the blood vessels automatically constrict to help maintain the body’s core temperature.
Additionally, research has shown that people who suffer from migraines are more likely to experience brain freeze pain. This increased susceptibility is likely due to several factors:
Reactive blood vessels: Migraine sufferers often have blood vessels that react more intensely or quickly to stimuli, such as the sudden cold from an ice cream or cold drink.
Sensitive trigeminal nerve: Those with migraines may have a heightened sensitivity in the trigeminal nerve, which is involved in the pain signaling for migraines and brain freeze. This sensitivity makes them more prone to pain triggered by rapid temperature changes in the mouth.
Lower pain threshold: The neural pathways that transmit pain in people with migraines tend to be more easily activated, meaning they can experience pain from stimuli that might not affect others as severely.
Can brain freeze cause brain damage?
Despite the intense pain it can cause, brain freeze does not lead to brain damage. The discomfort is merely a temporary response to a cold stimulus and has no long-term structural or functional effects on the brain. The Cleveland Clinic assures that brain freeze does not require medical attention, and hospitalization for it is extremely unlikely. However, if you frequently experience long-lasting headaches or if your brain freeze persists unusually long, consult your healthcare provider.
It's Sunday evening as I write this and Grandhunk #2, Jake and I are on our way back to Orange County. We have stopped to charge his car and I am working on this for you, while he is hunting up food. A couple of photos from this morning after church, we had nine! Later, we all went bowling.
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| Bride-to be, Raquel, Jordan(GH#1), Grandma,WonderWoman, Superman, Raquel's Mom and Dad, Tina and Larry, in back, Zack (GH#3) and Jacob (GH#2). |
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| Jordan, Bassel, Erin, Zack & Jake |
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| Reeve's Pheasant |
Monday's Smiles ...
2 comments:
Even on such a long day full of activity you managed to write a wonderful blog. Jacki, I'm totally in awe of you. Thank you.
To see you together with your great family is a treat, Jacki.
Thank you, dear Elenor. I really appreciate you and thank you for your comments.
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