So now that they're the ones with the problem, instead of seeking treatment, they deal with it the same way their parents did. Another reason may be the overuse of the term migraine. Migraine refers to a specific kind of headache, but people have come to use it to describe any bad headache. The result is that people who really do have migraines may have a harder time being taken seriously. Doctors at UT Southwestern Medical Center say it may help to record events and feelings leading up to migraine attacks.
Doctors can recognize the unique triggers to migraines and can make an accurate diagnosis.
Because the medications that fight migraines are generally more effective when taken during the early phase of the attack, you need to be able to recognize your own migraine triggers to beat the headaches before they start pounding. Other Topics Health Watch is intended to provide general information only and should not replace the advice of a medical professional. You should contact your physician if you have questions about any of these topics.