Migraine Treatment

A migraine is a severe or moderate headache described as a throbbing pain on one side of the head.

Other symptoms are feeling sick, being sick and increased sensitivity to light or sound.

 

Recommended treatment duration is 1-3 years. 

Depend upon the chronicity migraine and severity as well.

Expectation is gradual betterment in frequency, severity and dependency on previous medications.

 

Types 

• migraine with aura – where there are specific warning signs just before the migraine begins, for example seeing flashing lights.
• migraine without aura – the most common type, where the migraine happens without the specific warning signs.
• migraine aura without headache, also known as silent migraine – where an aura or other migraine symptoms are felt, but there is no headache.

 frequency differs from person to person from several times a week to occasionally.

Causes 

The exact cause of migraines is unknown, although could be result of slight changes in the chemicals, nerves and blood vessels in the brain.

Family history or in genes

Triggers 

• before menses
• stress
• tiredness
• certain foods or drinks

 

Warning signs

• weakness or paralysis in one or both arms or one side of the face
• slurred speech
• a sudden agonizing headache resulting in a severe pain unlike never before.
• headache along with (fever), stiff neck, mental confusion, seizures, double vision and a rash.

These symptoms may be a sign of a more serious condition, such as a stroke or meningitis, and should be addressed in emergency.

 

Migraine Complications

Depression

Status Migrainosus

Migraines Infarction

Persistent Aura Without Infarction

Stroke

Anxiety disorder

bipolar disorder and panic disorder

Agoraphobia

Post-traumatic stress disorder, PTSD

Migraines can also cause episodic syndromes including motion sickness, sleepwalking, sleep talking, and teeth grinding.

Migraines can cause abdominal pain, cyclical vomiting, and vertigo.

 

Preventing migraines

If a specific trigger is causing migraines, avoiding this trigger can reduce risk.

Maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, sleep and meals.

Stay hydrated and restrain caffeine and alcohol.

 

 

Treatment 

Homeopathic medications after complete assessment of case history.

Counselling and educating about the disease.

Required dos and don'ts. 

Dietary advice and restrictions if any.