What is Migraine?

Migraine usually causes more severe, intense throbbing or pulsating pain, typically on one side of the head. It affects children, teenagers, and often continues throughout adulthood. It has four phases: the prodrome (introductory phase), aura, attack, and postdrome, but not all phases are present in every patient.

The prodrome phase may present with mood changes, depression or euphoria, constipation, and also neck pain.

During the aura phase, the patient may experience lights, visual disturbances, tingling sensations in the limbs, or numbness. In some cases, speech disturbance may occur.

During the migraine attack, sensitivity to light and sound, throbbing pain, nausea, and vomiting are typical. The postdrome phase is often associated with exhaustion and sometimes confusion.

Treatment

Migraine treatment initially involves eliminating migraine triggers, followed by pharmacological therapy.

Botox treatment may reduce the severity and frequency of headaches, tics, and muscle spasms, and in many cases may completely eliminate the problem. The duration of effect of repeated treatments is usually longer over time.

When Should You Definitely See a Doctor?

Although most headaches are not dangerous, certain symptoms may indicate a more serious underlying problem. It is important to seek medical attention if the headache is severe or occurs suddenly, if it develops after an injury, or if it is accompanied by neurological symptoms (such as confusion, speech problems, weakness, or loss of consciousness), or if the headache significantly affects daily activities.