Migraine And Other Types Of Headache
What is Migraine
Migraine is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, throbbing headaches often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. Typically lasting hours to days, migraines can significantly impact daily life. Two main types exist: migraine with aura, involving visual or sensory disturbances before the headache, and migraine without aura. Triggers may include stress, hormonal changes, or certain foods. While the exact cause is unclear, genetics and environmental factors play a role. Treatment options range from lifestyle adjustments to medications, aiming to alleviate symptoms and enhance overall quality of life for those affected by this debilitating condition.
Primary Headaches
Discover the diverse world of primary headaches, encompassing common issues like migraines, TACs (cluster headache, SUNCT, SUNA), and tension headaches.
Explore the nuances of migraines with the ICHD-3 classification system, which categorizes them into various types:
- Migraine without Aura: Formerly known as Common Migraine.
- Migraine with Aura: Previously labeled as Classic or Complicated Migraine.
- Migraine without Headache: Recognized by visual disturbances, aura symptoms, nausea, vomiting, and constipation, sans head pain—technically termed Typical Aura without Headache.
- Migraine with Brainstem Aura: Formerly referred to as Basilar-Type Migraine.
- Hemiplegic Migraine
- Retinal Migraine
- Chronic Migraine
- Menstrual Migraines
Unravel the complexities of each type and gain insights into managing and understanding these primary headaches.
Secondary Headaches
Explore the realm of secondary headaches, where symptoms arise as a result of another condition activating pain-sensitive nerves in the head. In essence, these headaches can be traced back to an underlying cause.
Dive into a range of triggers, including an alcohol-induced hangover, brain tumors, bleeding in or around the brain, the infamous “brain freeze” or ice-cream headaches, carbon monoxide poisoning, post-traumatic/concussion headaches, glaucoma, overuse of pain medication leading to rebound headaches, and headaches associated with ophthalmological or ENT-related issues. Uncover the various sources of secondary headaches and gain insights into addressing the root causes behind these pain manifestations.