If you are considering birth control pills, discuss your risk factors for stroke with your doctor. If you are considering hormone replacement therapy, talk with your doctor about patches that release estrogen in low steady doses. It is particularly important for the woman migraineur and those close to her to take an active role in preventing and treating migraines. Getting a proper diagnosis, identifying and controlling triggers and optimizing physical and mental health are the first steps in managing migraine. Regular schedules for sleeping and meal times, limiting the intake of pain relievers in order to avoid medication induced headache and using home remedies like ice packs and massage, are also important strategies.
Some women use complementary treatments like biofeedback and relaxation therapy.
Herbal, vitamin and mineral treatments, such as feverfew, vitamin B2 and magnesium help some women.