MIGRAINE HEADACHE

Migraine symptoms can vary widely among individuals but commonly include:

• Throbbing Headache: Typically, on one side of the head, lasting between 4 hours to 3 days
• Aura: Occurs in about 25% of migraine sufferers and can involve visual disturbances (flashing lights, blind spots), sensory (tingling or numbness), and speech difficulties.
• Nausea and Vomiting: A frequent accompaniment to migraine headaches.
• Sensitivity to Light, Sound, and Smell: Many individuals with migraines seek a dark, quiet room to alleviate discomfort.
• Fatigue and Dizziness: Some experience fatigue or dizziness before, during, or after the attack.
• Neck Stiffness and Pain: Muscle tension in the neck and shoulders is common.

Migraine triggers vary from person to person, but some common ones include:

• Stress: Emotional or physical stress.
• Hormonal Changes: Menstruation
• Some food and Drinks: Alcohol, aged cheeses, processed foods.
• Lifestyle changes: Lack of Sleep and Hunger
• Environment: Weather Changes
• Dehydration: Not drinking enough water
• Some Medications: Hormonal Therapy

Avoiding these triggers can help reduce migraine attacks.

Diagnosing migraines Headache involves a comprehensive assessment by Neurologists. They will take a medical history, discuss symptom patterns, and may recommend diagnostic tests to rule out other conditions: CT & MRI of Brain.

Migraine treatment aims to relieve symptoms and improve overall quality of life. There are two primary approaches:

• Acute treatment for managing individual attacks
• Preventive treatment to reduce the frequency and severity of migraines attacks.

In addition to lifestyle changes: Regular sleep, Healthy Diet, and stress management.