Furthermore, Migraine can lead to ischemic stroke, and stroke can be aggravated by, or associated with, the development of Migraine. Twenty-seven percent of all strokes suffered by persons under the age of 45 are caused by Migraine, which is why seeking a Migraine medical specialist and exploring all the possible treatment options now available is the most prudent action a Migraineur can take today. In the past, Migraine tended to be managed in a way that either prescribed drugs that helped prevent attacks OR prescribed drugs that treated pain during an attack, but not both. First, prophylactic, medications are prescribed to prevent or reduce the number of attacks in patients who experience frequent Migraines, typically two or more per month. Many sufferers using preventive treatments will still have to take attack-aborting medications to relieve pain and other symptoms.
Triggers vary from person to person.
Addressing allergies is prudent. In addition, not confusing Migraine induced sinus pain with allergy triggering the actual Migraine attack is import to bear in mind. Migraine triggers DO NOT include lifestyle, stress, anxiety, worry, emotion, excitement, depression, and caffeine. Caffeine, which constricts blood vessels, is not a trigger, and, in fact, may help relieve mild Migraine pain caused by vasodilatation. In general, most attack-aborting medication should be taken as early as possible in an attack.