Headaches are a very common condition many people have at least once or twice a month because of stress from work or at home. Migraine headaches, unlike normal headaches, can be very painful and dangerous. Migraines are recurring attacks of moderate to severe pain. You may feel throbbing or pulsing on one side of the head. Migraines patient can be very sensitive to sound and light and they can become nauseated and vomit.  When facing migraine, many have trouble sleeping and doing any activity of daily living throughout the day.

About 12 percent of the U.S. population diagnosed with migraine and it is three times more common in women than in men. Migraines can happen from your childhood time or it runs in your family. It is best to determine what triggers your migraine episode and try to avoid those factors.

Triggering Factors:

1. Stress
2. Anxiety
3. Lack of food or sleep
4. Exposure to light
5. Hormonal changes
6. Smoking
7. Drinking alcohol
8. Certain medications or food
9. Overweight

Treatments:

1. Meditation
2. Stretch and exercise
3. Medications
4. Hormone therapy
5. Relaxation
6. Biofeedback
7. Acupuncture
8. Massage
9. Aerobics
10. Yoga

Prevention:

If you know your triggering factors, you can avoid those factors to prevent migraines to occur. Get rid of any stress thoughts by regularly exercising and staying relaxed. Avoid nitrates and nitrites in processed meats and MSG used in food.

Lastly, do not try to live with severe headaches for so long. If you notice that your headaches occur long and often and that you cannot stand your surrounding noise, light, and/or activity. Visit your doctor right away.