Migraine Headache
A migraine is a common type of headache that may occur with symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or sensitivity to light. In many people, a throbbing pain is felt only on one side of the head.
Some people who get migraines have warning symptoms, called an aura, before the actual headache begins. An aura is a group of symptoms, usually vision disturbances, that serve as a warning sign that a bad headache is coming. Most people, however, do not have such warning signs.
Causes
Migraine attacks may be triggered by:
* Allergic reactions
* Bright lights, loud noises, and certain odors or perfumes
* Physical or emotional stress
* Changes in sleep patterns
* Smoking or exposure to smoke
* Skipping meals
* Alcohol
* Menstrual cycle fluctuations, birth control pills
* Tension headaches
* Foods containing tyramine (red wine, aged cheese, smoked fish, chicken livers, figs, and some beans), monosodium glutamate (MSG), or nitrates (like bacon, hot dogs, and salami)
* Other foods such as chocolate, nuts, peanut butter, avocado, banana, citrus, onions, dairyproducts, and fermented or pickled foods
Symptoms
Migraine headaches, which can be dull or severe, usually:
* Feel throbbing, pounding, or pulsating
* Are worse on one side of the head
* Last 6 to 48 hours
Symptoms accompanying migraines include:
* Nausea and vomiting
* Sensitivity to light or sound
* Loss of appetite
* Fatigue
* Numbness, tingling, or weakness
Warning signs (auras) that can precede a migraine include seeing stars or zigzag lines, tunnel vision, or a temporary blind spot.
Symptoms that may linger even after the migraine has gone away include:
* Feeling mentally dull, like your thinking is not clear or sharp
* Increased need for sleep
* Neck pain
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