Migraine Headache Overview, Types of Migraines
Overview of Migraines
A migraine headache is a throbbing or pulsating headache that is often one sided (unilateral) and associated with nausea; vomiting; sensitivity to light, sound, and smells; sleep disruption; and depression. Attacks are often recurrent and tend to become less severe as the migraine sufferer ages.
Questions to Ask Your Doctor about Migraines
(Free Handout)Migraine Types
Migraines are classified according to the symptoms they produce. The two most common types are migraine with aura and migraine without aura.
A trigger is any stimulus that initiates a process or reaction. Commonly identified migraine triggers include the following:
Alcohol (e.g., red wine)
Environmental factors (e.g., weather, altitude, time zone changes)
Exertion
Foods that contain caffeine (e.g., coffee, chocolate), monosodium glutamate (MSG; used to enhance flavor in several processed foods and in Chinese food), nitrates (found in processed foods, hot dogs), and artificial sweeteners (e.g., aspartame)
Glare, contrasting patterns
Hormonal changes in women
Hunger
Lack of sleep
Medications (over-the-counter and prescription)
Perfume
Stress
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