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In a popular way they are called migraines,

migraines are a health problem that already affects five million people in our country

.

A pathology that

does not have an easy solution or a single cause that generates them,

so that on too many occasions it can become desperate for the patient who is unable to live with that pain that is repeated over and over again in an almost capricious way, and that on average it takes two years to be diagnosed.

If you want to know a little more about this health problem or what to do when they occur, I invite you to continue reading.

What are migraines?

Headache We have practically all had headaches at some time, but that is a headache, not migraines.

They are considered as such

when the pain is repeated up to several times a month

, is intense, pulsating or vibrating, and is often

accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting or photophobia

.

It is even common for this pain to affect only one side of the head.

What causes them?

The trigger

varies from one person to another, even throughout the life of the same person

.

Stress, anxiety, changes in sleep routine, physical overexertion, being overweight, caffeine, tobacco, hormonal changes, skipping meals, certain foods or changes in time are just some of the causes that cause their appearance.

Are there foods that cause migraines?

They can, but it

is something that depends on each patient

.

Foods such as aged cheeses, smoked fish, aged meats or Chinese food can

cause blood vessels to dilate and trigger a migraine attack

.

Are migraines cured?

Unfortunately today we do not have a cure for migraines.

All treatments are aimed at either alleviating symptoms

or preventing the appearance of new attacks.

You have to stop it as soon as it starts

It is

essential to cut it in the first symptoms

, in the first phase, we should never delay it since the sooner we take the more effective treatment it will be.

If your migraines are

very frequent or severe,

your

neurologist will

most likely

prescribe preventive treatment

.

What are the phases of migraines?

Migraines actually consist of four different phases, although patients may not always go through all of them every time they experience one.

  • Prodromal phase

    .

    It is a preliminary phase that

    starts 24 hours before the migraine occurs

    .

    Changes in mood, feeling restless, fluid retention or craving to eat are some of its symptoms.

  • Aura phase

    .

    It occurs in one in five patients and

    just before or during the migraine

    .

    The most common symptoms are visual, with bright points of light or flashes appearing in the field of vision.

  • Headache phase

    .

    This pain, often throbbing and on one side of the head, gradually begins to become severe and disabling.

    Increased sensitivity to light or noise, nausea or vomiting may also appear in this phase.

    Its duration ranges from 4 to 72 hours.

  • Postdromic phase

    .

    The pain goes away, but the patient feels weak, confused, with muscle aches, or even food intolerance.

    It can last up to 48 hours.

    • What can I do in a crisis?

    In addition to resorting to the medication that we have been prescribed,

    there are measures we can take to help stop it

    as soon as possible.

    • Staying in a

      dark, quiet room

      with your eyes closed.

    • Place a

      compress soaked in cold water

      on the

      forehead

      .

    • Doing breathing exercises

      that relax us and drinking water are things that can help us.

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