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  • Female
  • 35 Years
  • 14/08/2025

My wife has been dealing with headaches for the past 3 years, and over the last 45 months, they've gotten really severe. An MRI scan showed she has an arachnoid cyst. The pain is mostly at the back of her head, and sometimes when it's really bad, she feels like vomiting. Is there any treatment for this, or can it be cured without surgery?

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I'm really worried about my wife's health. She's been having this frequent pain in her right eye, and her vision isn't great according to the doctor. Plus, she has pain in her right arm and sometimes her leg. I've noticed that whenever she's stressed out or has been crying, these pains, especially in her eye, head, and arm, seem to get worse. For instance, after my brother-in-law passed away due to COVID, she was very stressed and the pain got severe. Even small things, like me not bringing home vegetables in time, seem to stress her out and increase her pain. On top of that, when she's really stressed, she complains about a headache, breathlessness, and pain in the center of her chest. Her ECG and blood tests came back fine, so I'm unsure about what's causing all this. Could this be psychological, or is there a possibility of an underlying heart condition? Any advice on what steps we should take next?

It sounds like your wife may be experiencing symptoms of stress-induced tension and anxiety, which can manifest as physical pain in various parts of the body. The headaches, eye pain, arm pain, and leg pain that she is experiencing could be related to stress and emotional distress. The fact that these symptoms worsen after stressful events or crying episodes further supports this idea. Additionally, the chest pain and breathlessness she experiences during periods of high stress could be due to anxiety and not necessarily a cardiac issue, especially since her ECG and blood reports came back normal. To help manage her symptoms, I recommend considering a combination of stress-reducing techniques and medications. For stress and anxiety relief, she can try practices such as deep breathing exercises, meditation, yoga, or mindfulness techniques. In terms of medication, she can benefit from an anxiolytic medication like alprazolam (Xanax) to help alleviate acute symptoms of anxiety and stress. For headache relief, she can take acetaminophen (Tylenol) as needed, following the recommended dosage instructions. It's important to address the underlying stress and emotional triggers to prevent the recurrence of these symptoms. Encouraging open communication, seeking support from a therapist or counselor, and practicing self-care activities can also be beneficial for her overall well-being.

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I'm experiencing dizziness for the past 4 weeks. My ENT doctor prescribed STABLANZ PV and VERTIGON tablets, which help a lot when I take them. But when I stop, the dizziness and spinning in my head come right back. Does this sound like vertigo to you, or could it be something else? Also, any advice on how to get rid of this dizziness, or if there's anyone else I should consult?

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