Question 1

how are migraine headaches treated?

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Various ways: Some respond just to rest in a quiet place, other also with addition of ice to the head in various spots, some with pressure applied to the temples, gently to closed eyes, or to several spots in this back of the neck or head. Some to gentle pulling of the hair.  Others need medication.  Taking 3 excedrine when you know you are getting the migraine might abort it.  Others need tryptans.

Question 2

can children get migraine headaches?

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Yes: Prevalence of migraine is 2.5% under the age of 7, 5% from age 7 to puberty, and 10% in  postpubertal girls.  Migraine without aura is twice more common than the one with aura in school-age children.

Question 3

what can be done for migraine headaches?

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A lot !!: Keep a headache diary, find your own trigger factors and avoid them, see a headache specialist for the appropriate medication  to prevent them.

Question 4

what can one do for migraine headaches ?

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Medications, etc...: There are a variety of medications that can stop a migraine after it has started, as well as help to prevent migraines from occurring in the first place.  See the doctor to find what is best for you.  Also, it is important to keep a headache diary to determine when you get headaches and possible triggers (chocolate, caffeine, menstruation, etc). That way you can avoid these triggers in the future.

Question 5

what are the tests for migraine headaches?

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Primarily History: Migraine can generally be diagnosed from history. Some historical factors may signal the need for more extensive testing such as ct, MRI or eeg.

Question 6

what should i take for migraine headaches?

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Variety of options: there are several classes of medications used to prevent migraines.
There are a class of medication known as the Triptans that are abortive medication for migraine.

You will need to get evaluated for optimal regimen

Question 7

how can i get relief for migraine headaches?

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See MD: First, you need a diagnosis.  Start with primary md, who can then refer you to appropriate specialist.  Identify and avoid known triggers. Mediations and rigger avoidance can help.  Be sure to include a neurologist and a dentist in the list of referrals you consider.  A bad bite is a common finding in th development of the muscular aim associated with migraine headaches.

Question 8

can i use migraine headaches as a disability?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: You may be able to but should you? There are a lot of factors to going on disability. Migraine can be a challenge to overcome but most folks can with good treatment and persistance. You should be getting seen and treated by a competent physician.

Question 9

are there different kinds of migraine headaches?

Accepted Answer

Migraine headaches: Yes.  There are several different types of migrain headaches which can attack different areas of the body and cause numerous symptoms.  And there are some migrain conditions that do not have headache associated with it.

Question 10

what is the best way to stop migraine headaches?

Accepted Answer

Treat the casue: What is causing the migraine.  Until you know that you don't know how to treat the migraine.  Try putting your fingers over where you get the headaches and then bite down or open wide.  If the muscles move it may be the cause of your headache, so treat the cause and don't take medications to just treat the effects or signs and symptoms.

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