By Namita S Kalla | February 19, 2025
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Migraines are often characterised by intense, throbbing pain on one side of the head. The pain can last hours to days
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Along with pain, migraines can cause nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light, sound, and smells
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Common migraine triggers include stress, certain foods, hormonal changes, weather shifts, and sleep disturbances
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Some people experience an aura before a migraine, including visual disturbances like flashing lights or blind spots
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Migraines tend to run in families, indicating a genetic predisposition, though not everyone with a family history will develop them
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For some, migraines occur frequently, with chronic migraine sufferers experiencing attacks 15 or more days a month
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Migraines can be debilitating, affecting daily activities and productivity due to the severity of pain and symptoms
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Migraine treatments include pain relievers, prescription medications, and preventative treatments like beta-blockers, antidepressants
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Certain foods, like chocolate, caffeine, and aged cheeses, are known to trigger migraines in some people
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Stress management, regular sleep, hydration, and avoiding triggers can help reduce the frequency and intensity of migraine attacks