Attacks are more frequent and sufferers usually feel a tightening of the muscles, or tension headache along with the migraine. Suffering from even one of these symptoms could point to migraine headache. Consultation with a doctor is the next step. Scientists are still trying to determine all the varying causes of migraine headaches. Stress also seems to be high on the list of common causes.
Foods seem to trigger attacks as well.
Weather conditions like high humidity, and wind and barometer fluctuations can also trigger migraines. Chemical fumes, smoke, flashing lights, strenuous exercise, poor sleeping habits, and certain prescription medications can cause attacks as well. The next step is professional treatment. A physician may suggest keeping a diary for a few weeks or months to track activities, types of food eaten, when and where headaches strike, or whether they were stress-induced. A pattern usually evolves.