find out how to prevent or reduce symptoms of these unpleasant headaches

Migraines are severe headaches that come on suddenly and predominately affect one side of the brain. Migraine headaches are the most common type of headache, and are unfortunately incurable, although treatable. While the causes are somewhat difficult to predict, their

Migraine symptoms include (but are not limited to):

• Persistent, throbbing pain on one side of the head
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Sensitivity to light, sound or movement
• Feelings of exhaustion
• Stuffy or runny nose
• Watery eyes
• Dizziness
• Mood changes
• Tunnel vision or seeing spots

Migraines can last up to 72 hours; however, the causes for migraines are difficult to pinpoint directly to specific instigators. Some studies indicate that migraines might be caused by hormonal imbalances in women. Approximately 70% of women who suffer from migraines relate them to the timeframe in which they have their menstrual cycle.

The chemical balances within the central nervous system designed to fight stress and relax the body are another potential cause for migraines. Serotonin is a chemical produced in the brain affecting the central nervous system whose levels drop during the worst of the migraine.

Another potential cause for migraines is a genetic history of migraine symptoms. Roughly 80% of people who currently suffer from migraines can trace them back through their family history.

The biggest migraine symptom is horrendous pain that can be temporarily debilitating. Some of the pain-oriented symptoms associated with migraines include:

• Pain on one or both sides of the head
• Pain in the back of the neck
• Pain or pressure in the face, eye area, or sinuses
• Pain that disrupts normal activity
• Pain that is aggravated by routine activity
While the causes for migraines are still unknown, it is possible to watch your body for the causes that lead to a migraine headache, and seek appropriate treatment prior to the onset of the migraine.

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