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All You Need to Know About Migraines And How To Beat The Pain

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Migraine headaches

There are so many types of headaches and one of them is Migraine. Migraines are so intense they leave you unable to think or function normally.

So, when the pain strikes, the last thing you want to be worrying about is how to deal with your headache. But migraines can be tricky and challenging, especially if you get them frequently.

What is it like to experience an attack?

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Have you ever experienced a headache that feels like a vice has clamped down on your head? Or one that feels like someone is drilling into your brain? If yes, then it’s very likely that you have had a migraine attack.

They are not only extremely painful but also come with their own set of triggers and side effects.

If you have been recently diagnosed with migraines or notice that your occurrences have increased in frequency and intensity, read on for all the information about migraines and how to beat the pain.

I have recently published an article about headaches. You can read it here below if you have read it-

What Is a Migraine?

A migraine is a neurological disorder that affects people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities. It can cause extreme pain in the head and can even feel like an “exploding” sensation.

It can also lead to nausea and vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, cognitive impairment, and even the feeling of being detached from reality.

Migraines typically last between 4 and 72 hours and can reoccur within the same week. There is no known cause, but certain factors can trigger an attack.

The pain and other symptoms of a migraine can be debilitating. An average migraine sufferer, if not treated, can experience symptoms on average about 13 times a month.

About 30% of migraine sufferers have auras, which are a series of visual disturbances that occur before the migraine hits. These auras usually subside within 30 minutes.

Types of migraine

There are many different types of migraine, and most people get at least two types during their lifetimes. The main difference between them is how long they last. Some last just a few hours, while others can last days or even weeks.

Migraines can be classified as follows –

What causes migraine

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Triggers to Expect and How to Deal with Them

Symptoms and signs of migraine-

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Migraine is a common disorder that affects the head and neck. It can cause –

This type of headache typically occurs once or twice a month over the course of 4-14 days. It can be triggered by many different things including physical and emotional stress

Treating migraine

A migraine attack can be treated in two ways-

  1. With medicines
  2. Without medicines

Let us first learn how to treat migraine without medicines –

Take Your Painkillers –

Migraine is a common condition, affecting approximately one in five people globally at some point in their lives. It’s thought to be caused by an imbalance of chemicals in the brain and can be treated with drugs or lifestyle changes.

One of the most effective treatments for migraines is taking anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve). These are short-term treatments that can help reduce the pain and inflammation that triggers a migraine. In some countries these are available over-the counter.

If you are one of the lucky people who experience relief from over-the-counter drugs, take them as soon as you start experiencing the pain. Usually, normal pain killers do not work in severe migraine headaches. To tackle that pain, you have to have anti- migraine tablets [ see below]

Migraine medications-

If the above medications don’t work, there are anti-migraine drugs available to reverse migraines. Your doctor may recommend other types of drug treatment, such as triptans or antidepressants.

These are as follows-

  1. Sumatriptan- e.g., Suminat Fast 25, Sumisun 25, Sumitrex 25. Dosage- as suggested by your doctor. [ This medicine is also available as a nasal spray for quick relief, e.g., Suminat Nasal spray. Here again, your doctor can suggest to you as to how many times you can use it]
  2. Ergot amines- e.g., Migranil EC. This medicine is a combination of ergotamine and caffeine
  3. Beta blockers- e.g. Propranolol like Ciplar LA [ 20/40] mg.
  4. Anti-depressant like amitriptyline e.g. Tryptomer 10mg.

All these drugs used with the usual pain killers can help relieve the pain of migraine effectively. However, you should consult your doctor as these drugs have many side effects. Your doctor will be the right person to advise you on the best line of treatment. In case you have been prescribed any of these medicines, you can get it online here- TATA 1mg.

Long Term and Effective Ways to Beat the Pain of Migraine

In my day-to-day practice, I find treating and later preventing migraine in my patients quite challenging. However, I try my best in relieving the initial pain of the headache and later on, I give the following advice-

Conclusion

Migraines can be debilitating and severely impact your life. However, there are ways to manage them and reduce their frequency and intensity.

By examining your diet, exercising, getting enough sleep, and finding ways to reduce stress, you can reduce your risk of migraines.

And when they do strike, take your painkillers, stay hydrated, stay in a dark, quiet room, and use a cold compress to reduce the pain.

In my subsequent article, I will be discussing another type of head pain, Tension Headache. Do stay tuned in till then.

Adios.

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Useful resources

  1. Healthline
  2. WebMD

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