Migraines

What are migraines?

A migraine is a type of headache that causes severe pain, often on one side of the head. Migraines can last from a few hours to a few days, and the pain can be severe enough to interfere with your daily activities.

Some people who have migraines experience an “aura” before or along with the onset of a migraine. Auras can include visual disturbances such as blind spots, flashes of light, tingling in the body, or other symptoms that the patient may become accustomed to if they have frequent migraines as a warning sign of an upcoming migraine attack.

Medications can help prevent migraines for some, and are often most helpful when taken before a migraine starts, so for those who get auras, this can be a helpful indicator to take their medication. Of course, talk to your doctor about a treatment plan that is right for you.

Symptome

There are four stages of migraine. Not everyone who has migraines will experience all of the stages, but these are things to look for if you have migraines. The stages are: Prodrome, Aura, Attack and Post-Acute.

Prodrome (one or two days before a migraine)

• Constipation

• Mood changes

• Food cravings

• Neck stiffness

• Increased urination

• Fluid retention

• Frequent yawning

Aura (before or during the onset of a migraine, usually lasts a short time)

• Visual abnormalities (seeing shapes/lights/bright spots)

• Vision loss

• Pins and needles

• Weakness or numbness

• Difficulty speaking

Migraine Attack

• Severe pain – sometimes localized to one side of the head

• Pain that throbs/pulses

• Sensitivity to light/sound

• Nausea and vomiting

Post-Drome

After a migraine, some people feel drained and confused for a day or so. Others may feel happy and energetic. Sudden movements of the head or neck may cause pain for a short time. 

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