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Migraine and Headaches: Which is which?
September 29, 2021
It’s always difficult to tell when there’s pressure in your head. If it’s a migraine or a headache, it is important to know which is which so we can determine what type of remedies and treatments we are going to take.
Migraine
Headaches that are intense or severe and often associated with other symptoms like nausea, pain behind one eye and temples, and sensitivity to light or sounds. When compared to other headache types, migraine can be moderate to severe. And, it typically affects only one side of the head, however it is also possible to affect both sides of the head. Some differences vary with the intensity of the pain, some maybe throbbing and it can make performing daily tasks difficult.
Migraines are usually triggered by emotional anxiety, contraceptives, alcohol, hormonal changes, or menopause.
Headache
Headaches are pain in your head that causes pressure and aching. The pain can be mild to severe and can usually occur in both sides of the head, or some specific areas like the forehead, temples, and back of the neck.
A headache can last from minutes to a week. The most common type of headache according to some research is the tension headache. Stress, muscle strain, and anxiety can trigger this type of headache.
Common Types of headaches
Cluster Headaches
These headaches are severely painful headaches that occur in one sides of the head and come in clusters. You’ll experience cycles of headache attacks, followed by headache-free periods.
Sinus headaches
This type of headache co-occur with sinus infection symptoms like fever, stuffy nose, sneezing, and congestions. It is often confused with migraines.
Thunderclap Headaches
This type of headache is a severe headache that develops in 60 seconds or less. It’s usually a symptom of a subarachnoid hemorrhage, a serious medical condition that requires immidiate medical attention. It may also be a cause of aneurysm, stroke, or injury.
Prevention
Prevention is often the best treatment for migraine headaches. Some preventive measure you can do includes:
-Making changes to your diet, such us eliminating foods and substances known to cause headaches like alcohol and caffeine.
-Taking prescription medications.
-Taking steps to reduce stress
What Else?
Important Reminder: Any type of food supplement is not a medicine and cannot be used as a medicine for any type of disease.
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