A headache can be described as a barometer of change in your body and to find a solution the cause needs to be identified. Headaches are very common and migraines affect 15% of the population. Headaches are more common in females and they are split into 2 broad groups 

1. Primary headache disorder such as migraine, cluster headaches and these respond well to specific prescribing and lifestyle adjustments (97%)

2. Secondary headache causes which would need to be referred (3%)

Headaches can affect people of any sex and age and can be very debilitating leading to losing time at school or work or may be infrequent and milder but still affect daily life. They are a spectrum disorder : from mild to severe.

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We offer a longer appointment time of 45 minutes as finding and understanding the root cause of a headache will allow Dr Wood to understand and mange your headaches better.

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• 97% of headaches are Migraine

• Genetic usually lifelong disorder

• Education on how to manage them empowers the patient improving outcomes

Dr Wood is a GP Specialist in headaches and has years of experience in helping patients.

The first appointment is for 45 minutes £275 and he will require blood tests taken at the appointment to look for common causes. This detailed consultation will identify root causes, identify trigger factors, look at options of solutions which may include prescribing medicines which are within the local guidelines but not usually prescribed on the NHS due to cost. These have a low risk profile but are very effective.

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There will be a 30 minute follow up appointment required £160 which will review the progress and make any adjustments or changes as required. 

Dr Wood can see adults and children including pregnant women and women of menopausal age with headaches even if there are multiple health issues.  

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If a referral to a Consultant is required this costs £35.

Prescription fees are £35