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Migraine is a genetic and chronic neurological disease that causes symptoms such as intense and pulsating headache, nausea and vomiting, as well as dizziness and sensitivity to light. The diagnosis can be made by the general practitioner or neurologist, who will assess the symptoms and, if necessary, request the performance of some tests to confirm the migraine.
The most classic symptoms of migraine include:
- Severe headache, lasting an average of 3 hours and lasting up to 3 days;
- Intense and throbbing pain that focuses more on one side of the head;
- Changes in sleep and food;
- Nausea and vomiting;
- Dizziness;
- Blurred vision or patches of light in the field of view;
- Sensitivity to light and noise;
- Sensitivity to certain smells, such as perfume or cigarette smell;
- Difficulty concentrating.
It is also common for headaches to increase during daily activities, such as walking up or down stairs, riding in a car or crouching, for example.
In addition to these symptoms, there may be some visual changes, such as flashes of light and bright images, which indicate the presence of a migraine with aura. Learn about migraine with aura, its symptoms and treatment.
Who is most at risk of migraine
The causes of migraine are not yet fully known, however, it tends to be more common in women, due to hormonal changes in the menstrual cycle. In addition, people who experience periods of high stress or who are having trouble falling asleep are also prone to develop a migraine attack.
In addition, other factors such as the use of certain medications, the consumption of processed foods or changes in the climate can also increase the chances of developing a migraine. Know the most common causes of migraine.
How the treatment is done
The treatment of migraine should be indicated by a neurologist, who will prescribe some medications such as Cefaliv, Zomig, Migretil or Enxak for pain relief and other medications for the remaining symptoms, such as Plasil, for nausea and vomiting.
To treat migraine effectively, it is very important to learn to recognize the first symptoms that normally precede headache, such as feeling sick, neck pain, mild dizziness or sensitivity to light, smell or noise, so that treatment can be started as soon as possible.
Better understand the treatment options for migraine.
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