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Migraine Name:Eaden…
Migraine
Name:Eaden Lim Grade:7
causes
The causes of migraine aren't fully understood
Genetics and environmental factors appear to play a role
Changes in the brainstem and its interactions with the trigeminal nerve, a major pain pathway, might be involved.
Imbalances in brain chemicals also might be involved — including serotonin, which helps regulate pain in your nervous system. Researchers are currently studying the role of serotonin in migraines
prevention
maintaining a consistent sleep schedule
Eating meals regularly or when the time is right
Optimize workspaces by lowering screen brightness and adjusting lighting.
signs and symptoms
symptoms
A migraine can progress through four stages that have different symptoms: prodrome, aura, attack and postdrome. Not everyone who has migraines goes through all stages
Prodrome
Mood changes
difficulty concentrating
Increase hunger and thist
fatigue
trouble sleeping
Nausea
frequen urination
Aura
Muscle weakness.
Vision changes.
Ringing in your ears
Sensitivity to touch
Numbness and tingling.
Difficulty speaking or concentrating.
attack
Head pain gradually gets more intense. It can affect one side of your head or both. It can occur with other symptoms like:
Nausea and vomiting.
Light, sound and odor sensitivity.
Postdrome
Fatigue.
Stiff neck.
Sensitivity to light and sound.
Difficulty concentrating.
Nausea.
Dizziness.
Definition
A migraine is a headache that can cause intense pain usually on one side of the head, it often comes with nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. It can last from hours to days
Diagnosis and treatment
Diagnosis
An MRI scan. A magnetic resonance imaging scan, also known as an MRI scan, uses a powerful magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of the brain and blood vessels
A CT scan. A computerized tomography scan, also called a CT scan, uses a series of X-rays to create detailed cross-sectional images of the brain
treatment
Pain-relieving medicines. Also known as acute or abortive treatments, these medicines are taken during migraine attacks and are designed to stop symptoms.
Preventive medicines. These medicines are taken regularly, often daily, to reduce migraine symptoms.
