During a trip to London, England, I visited the London Migraine Clinic. I discovered that many migraine sufferers can be helped just by taking Aspirin. In fact, you may not need any other medication if you use this common and effective pain-killer the right way. Dr. Anne MacGregor, director of the London Migraine Clinic, says migraines strike both sexes, but it affects three times as many women as men . The onset is usually during childhood or adolescence.
Many factors trigger an attack such as missing or delaying meals.
Some suffer an attack after consuming red wine, chocolate and, occasionally, cheese. For others, the headache is associated with over-exertion, weather conditions, strong smells and menstruation . Talking to Dr. MacGregor about the treatment of migraines was an eye-opener for me. For instance, it surprised me that the London Migraine Clinic has been successfully using Aspirin as its primary treatment for many years. Until now, this important message hasn't crossed the Atlantic.