What type of headache is considered a “migraine headache”?
The specific headache symptoms of migraine headaches are that the pain is on one side of the head, which may move to the other side. The headache is throbbing (similar to a pulsing blood vessel) in rhythm with the heartbeat. The pain usually occurs on one side of the head, and there may be other symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. The American Migraine Study found that out of more than 3,700 migraine patients, 73 % experienced nausea, 29 % experienced nausea, or had pain in the eye cavity or sinus symptoms. The study found that more than 90 % of patients with sinus pain also had migraine symptoms.
Migraine patient with the condition of “photophobia”. It was found that more than 80 % of migraine patients have photophobia.
This condition starts with the optic nerve sending signals to the brain, causing the patient to be unable to tolerate light, especially bright light such as sunlight or flash light. Patients can avoid bright light with this method.
- Use blackout curtains to cover the windows to prevent sunlight from entering the room.
- Do not use fluorescent or neon lights. Because the light from these types of lights can cause migraines in some patients.
- Adjust the brightness of your computer screen so that it is not too bright and adjust the angle of the screen to reduce light reflection.
- Install lights away from areas where bright light may reflect, such as mirrors.
Migraine headache treatment
A complete cure for migraines is currently not possible. Therefore, migraine headaches treat in a form of control through proper behavior and appropriate use of medication. Especially for those who experience frequent attacks, such as two or more times a month. Doctors usually recommend taking preventive medication. This group of medications taken every day and also prevent or reduce the frequency and severity of headaches.