Migraine and All Other Types of Headaches

Migraine is a disorder of ours with no established cause. Your brain is sensitive to certain triggers which trigger the headaches. Usually, all tests are found normal in this disease, and it’s a clinical diagnosis. It is readily treated with migraine prophylactic drugs however certain facts must be remembered.

1. Dehydration increases migrainous headaches and good hydration must be ensured to avoid headaches.
2. Avoid oily and spicy foods, excess tea, coffee, and extremely hot or cold diets. Although specific triggers may vary from person to person, avoiding such triggering foods is a significant part of migraine management.
3. Daily exercise is advised for migraines however excessive physical activity in extreme heat or cold, may worsen the headaches.
4. Ensuring timely sleep of at least 6 to 8 hrs goes a long way in preventing headaches.
5. Nearly all medications given to patients with migraine cause some sedation, weight changes, constipation, dry mouth, etc. Any troublesome adverse effect shall be promptly reported to the doctor.
6. Expect improvement in the frequency of headaches after a few weeks of treatment initiation.
7. Do not stop any medication without doctors’ advice.
8. Always maintain a headache diary, so the doctor can know the exact response to treatment.