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Asked by 774pink28 to Alice, Koko, Paul, Silvia, Tim on 16 May 2018.
Question: What are the causes and cures of Migraine?
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Alice Kamau answered on 16 May 2018:
Migraine is a type of headache which normally affects one side of the head, and could last from two hours up to 3 days. Associated symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light, sound, or smell. The cause of migraine isn’t understood, genetics and environmental factors appear to play a role. I am not sure whether it can be cured since its cause is not well understood but it can be treatment. There are pain relieving medications or preventive medication available for treatment.
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Silvia Situma answered on 16 May 2018:
The causes of migraines are not well known yet. However migraines are said to be associated with hormonal changes due to fluctuations in estrogen levels in women, stress or stressful conditions that result in loss of sleep, low blood sugar and over exhaustion. Treatment basically aims at reducing the pain and through lifestyle changes such as getting enough rest, drinking plenty of water, reducing stress and regular physical exercise.
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Koko Mutai answered on 16 May 2018:
If pain killers do not alleviate the pain, it is best to visit a doctor so you can discuss things that might trigger the migraines such as emotional triggers, physical triggers, dietary triggers and eenvironmental triggers. If some of these are addressed they might reduce the occurance of migraines.
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Timothy Chege answered on 16 May 2018:
A migraine is a persistent headache that mostly affects one side of the head. It is not just a headache but it is a neurological disorder involving various chemicals that are found in the brain. Different people have different triggers of migraines; from eating certain foods to stress. No definitive cure for migraines exist but they are easily managed the use of certain pain-killers. Above all identify your triggers and if possible stay away from them.
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Garo commented on :
Migraines are severe, recurring, and painful headaches. They can be preceded or accompanied by sensory warning signs and other symptoms.
The extreme pain that migraines cause can last for hours or even days.
According to the American Migraine Association, they affect 36 million Americans, or approximately 12 percent of the population.
Migraines can follow an aura of sensory disturbances followed by a severe headache that often appears on one side of the head. They tend to affect people aged 15 to 55 years.
Fast facts on migraines:
Some people who experience migraines can clearly identify triggers or factors that cause the headaches, such as allergies, light, and stress.
Some people get a warning symptom before the start of the migraine headache.
Many people with migraine can prevent a full-blown attack by recognizing and acting upon the warning signs.
Over-the-counter (OTC) medications can eliminate or reduce pain, and specific medications can help some people with migraine.
People who have severe attacks can take preventive medicines.People who have severe attacks can take preventive medicines.
Triggers
The cause of migraines is not yet known.
It is suspected that they result from abnormal activity in the brain. This can affect the way nerves communicate as well as the chemicals and blood vessels in the brain. Genetics may make someone more sensitive to the triggers that can cause migraines.
However, the following triggers are likely to set off migraines:
Hormonal changes: Women may experience migraine symptoms during menstruation, due to changing hormone levels.
Emotional triggers: Stress, depression, anxiety, excitement, and shock can trigger a migraine.
Physical causes: Tiredness and insufficient sleep, shoulder or neck tension, poor posture, and physical overexertion have all been linked to migraines. Low blood sugar and jet lag can also act as triggers.
Triggers in the diet: Alcohol and caffeine can contribute to triggering migraines. Some specific foods can also have this effect, including chocolate, cheese, citrus fruits, and foods containing the additive tyramine. Irregular mealtimes and dehydration have also been named as potential triggers.
Medications: Some sleeping pills, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) medications, and the combined contraceptive pill have all been named as possible triggers.
Triggers in the environment: Flickering screens, strong smells, second-hand smoke, and loud noises can set off a migraine. Stuffy rooms, temperature changes, and bright lights are also possible triggers.