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Migraine causes and symptoms: Migraine is a type of rapid headache, which is different from normal headache. It has severe pain in one part of the head, which can last from several hours to several days. Migraine is not just a headache, but a neurological problem, which also shows symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, lights and discomfort. Migraine consists of two types of migraine with aura and migraine without. Before a headache in Ara, the patient receives signs like glowing or haze in front of the eyes, feeling tingling or speaking. In addition, chronic migraine i.e. more than 15 days, hemipplagic migraine and silent migraine are also some other forms. It is necessary to identify and correct treatment in time.
Migraine The causes are not completely clear, but it is believed that both genetic and environmental factors play a role in it. Chemical changes in the brain, such as the decline in serotonin levels, make the nerves more sensitive and the headache is triggered. Excess stress, lack of sleep, hormonal changes, especially during periods or pregnancy, strong light, loud sound, some special food items like chocolate, cheese, wine and bad lifestyle can also increase migraine. It is more likely to have a history of migraine in the family. In women, the risk of migraine is about three times higher than men. Apart from this, migraine is most commonly seen among people between the ages of 15 to 55 years.
What are the initial symptoms of migraine?
Dr. Daljit Singh in GB Pant Hospital’s Neurology Department It is said that the initial symptoms of migraine start appearing a few hours or days before the headache begins, which are called the Products Stage. In this stage, signs like sudden change in mood, frequent boiling, frequent urination, excess fatigue or appetite can be seen. Some people start showing blur in front of the eyes, glowing lights or zigzag lines, which are called Ara stage.
During the headache of migraine, one part of the head has severe and heavy pain, which gradually increases. It also has symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, light and voice discomfort, sore throat, difficulty in focusing. Many times, mild physical activity or voice increases pain. Taking medicines on time and taking the initial signals can reduce the intensity of migraine attack to a great extent.
How to rescue
Get enough sleep and adopt a healthy diet.
Do yoga, meditation or meditation to reduce stress.
Avoid strong light, loud sound and pungent smell.
Do not let the body lack water, be hydrated.
Avoid trigger food like chocolate, wine, cheese etc.
If needed, take preventable medicines with the advice of a doctor.
Exercise regularly.