Question 1

what are the most common migraine triggers?

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Here are some:: Triggers for migraine headaches can include things like stress, odors/scents, neck tension, alcohol, hormonal changes(such as menses),  lights, smoke or other fumes, ^'ed physical activity, particular foods, becoming overheated ; sleep patterns.

Question 2

what are the most common migraine symptoms?

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Migraine: Aside from headache, migraines may be associated with flashing lights, zigzags, light sensitivity, sound sensitivity, and sometimes numbness in certain parts of the body.  Contact your pcp if you have any of these symptoms.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: common migraine?

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No aura: Migraine without aura are also known as the common migraine. These migraines are more prevalent than the classic migraine type and about 80% of patients who have migraines, have migraine without aura.

Question 4

sudden scintillating scotomas, five episodes within 6 months. history of common migraine but these episodes are not followed by headache. migraine or not necessarily?

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Most likely, but...: It is not uncommon for a person's migraine syndrome to change over time. Medication changes or hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women can contribute. A migraine need not cause a headache to be a migraine. Nevertheless, at your age it is prudent to get checked out by a neurologist who can take a thorough history &amp; do a neurologic examination.

Question 5

how common is familial hemiplegic migraine vs common migraine?

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Genetics: there is usually a genetic component in all migraine variants; however, hemiplegic migraines are certainly less common than classic migraine; however, theoretically, more dangerous.

Question 6

i have migraine what  should  medicine do i take?

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Migraine headache: You can try over-the-counter remedies but you should see your regular doctor for a complete evaluation and treatment.

Question 7

what is a good medicine for migraine headache?

Accepted Answer

A few things to note: There are many causes of migraines.  Stress, TMJ issues, a misaligned bite, neck issues and trigger points of the muscles of the face, head and neck.   Often headaches can be caused by an accident, fall, contact sport that was experienced recently or many years ago.  Visit a doctor that knows about trudenta.   There is a pain free, medication free option.   Go to www.Trudenta.Com.

Question 8

what is the best medicine for migraine headache?

Accepted Answer

That depends: It really depends on multiple factors, and it can vary from person to person.  In addition to medications, it is important to try to identify any potential headache triggers.  The best way to do that is to maintain a headache diary.

Question 9

are migraine headaches more common in women than men?

Accepted Answer

Yes: About 75% of migraineurs (people who have migraine headaches) are women. That means 3 out of 4 migraineurs are women. Before puberty, more boys than girls get migraine headaches. After puberty, more girls have migraines than boys do.

Question 10

is there a migraine medicine that also helps with anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, amitriptyline can be used daily to prevent both migraines and anxiety.

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