MRI - Magnetic resonance Imaging...One test that can be performed for migraine is MRI, which stands for Magnetic resonance Imaging. MRIs can detect: For those with migraines, MRI can rule out these other problems... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Eye Exam...Often migraine symptoms involve vision changes, loss of vision, sensitivity to light or eye pain. Therefore it makes sense to undergo an eye exam to rule out an eye injury... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Migraine Causes and Hormonal Changes in Women...It is well known that women suffer from migraines three times as often as men. Migraines are often blamed on hormonal changes in women that occur during menarche, the beginning... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Migraines and Social Life...The unpredictable nature of migraines make it very difficult for many migraine sufferers to actively participate in a robust social life. Many say migraines and social life don’t mix because... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Riboflavin and Migraine...Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is an essential vitamin. It has gained popularity as a supplement for the prevention of migraine attacks. It is found in some food sources, is added to... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Valerian...Valerian is an herb that is often used as a dietary supplement, most commonly as a sleep aid. The official name is Valeriana officinalis, and it has been used medicinally... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Acupressure for Alternative Migraine Treatment...Acupressure is a technique from traditional Chinese medicine that many people use for relief from pain. Some people with migraine get relief from their symptoms using acupressure. Sometimes called pressure... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Temporal Arteritis - Headaches...Temporal arteritis is also called giant cell arteritis or cranial arteritis. It is a form of vasculitis - inflamed arteries - that affects the temporal arteries, those on the temple... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Contact Us...Have a question? We’re here to help. Please email us at contact@migraine.com. Please note that our team hours are Monday-Friday 8:30AM - 5:30PM EST. While we may respond during the... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Topiramate...Topiramate is approved for the prevention of migraine in people ages 12 and older. It is taken by mouth as preventive therapy to reduce migraine frequency. For those with frequent... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Practice Overview...Dr. Susan Hutchinson is an expert contributor to Migraine.comIntegrative Treatment Approach At the Orange County Migraine & Headache Center, Dr. Hutchinson works with each patient to develop a comprehensive treatment... By Olivier Chateau1 min readBookmark for later
Preparing For Your Doctor Visit...If you have migraine symptoms that keep returning, it may be time to see your primary care doctor or a headache specialist. Preparing in advance and finding the right doctor... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Post Traumatic Headaches...A post-traumatic headache occurs after an injury to the head or neck. In fact, headache is the most common symptom people experience after a mild head injury. The pain may... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Migraine Symptoms...Everyone experiences migraine differently. Some people feel the same symptoms with each migraine, or their symptoms may change from one attack to the next. Some people find that their migraine... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Exercise and Migraine...Regular exercise provides many health benefits, and some research has shown that those benefits extend to migraine. Exercising regularly can reduce the intensity and frequency of migraine attacks. But some... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Difficulty Concentrating...Migraine can impact many areas of life, including the ability to concentrate or think. This migraine symptom can take a toll at home, work, and school, and reduce quality of... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Pain on One Side of the Head...The word ‘migraine’ comes to us from the Latin word ‘hemicrania,’ which means pain on 1 side of the head, or cranium. Although migraine may cause pain all over the... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Sensitivity to Sound...Sensitivity to sound is a common migraine symptom. Sounds may make the head pain of migraine worse, and negatively impact quality of life. Hyperacusis is the medical term for sensitivity... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Vision Changes...People living with migraine sometimes report vision changes before, during, or after the pain goes away. Others experience only visual changes, but no pain. About 25 to 30 percent of... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
CT Scan, CAT Scan for migraine diagnosis...CT Scan and CAT scan are shorter names for computerized tomography scan. Although a CT Scan, CAT scan can’t definitely diagnose a migraine, it can help rule out other causes... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
