SYMPTOMS & QUICK FACTS: Migraine

Migraine

A Migraine is a really strong headache that often causes intense pain on one side of the head. This throbbing headache can last for hours or even days and can interrupt daily activities.

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Symptoms

Small clues, big meaning.

What You Might Feel:

Prodrome (24 hrs before headache)

Difficulty sleeping
Problems concentrating
Mood shifts

Aura (60 mins before attack)

Vision changes
Ear ringing
Weakness

Headache attack (4-72 hrs long)

Vomiting
Severe one side pain
Sensitive senses

Postdrome (less than 48 hrs)

Fatigue
Stiffness
Inability to focus

What You Might Notice Emotionally:

sadness
Irritability
exaggerated emotions

So, parts of your brain act differently during a migraine, affecting how you can feel. For example, chemical changes in the brain can make you feel more sad, anxious, or annoyed. Also, dealing with the heavy pain can make you feel overwhelmed and stressed.

Did You Know?

Migriane Quick Facts

Migraines are more common in women than in men
You might be able to recognize the things that trigger your migraines
Doctors cannot cure a migraine but can provide medicine for the symptoms
Children with one parent suffering with migraines are 50% more likely to have it as well
Migraines impact over 37 million people in the United States
More than 90% of the people facing migraines face troubles with education, careers, and activities

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