How to manage migraines ?
Some migraines can be managed without drugs.
Talk to your doctor about how to:
Some migraines can be managed without drugs.
Talk to your doctor about how to:
Avoid triggers: - These are things that bring on Your head aches. Common food triggers are chocolate, cheese, alcohol, foods with MSG, and meats with nitrates (such as some processed meats). Other common triggers are strong smells, bright light, skipping meals, and smoking.
Reduce stress: - Stress can bring on migraines. Try doing activities to help you relax, such as meditation, walking or swimming, yoga, tai chi, or stretching exercises. If you feel anxious or depressed, ask your doctor to refer you to a therapist for treatment.
Get regular sleep and exercise: - Too much or too little sleep can lead to migraines. Aim for six to eight hours a night, with a regular bedtime and wake-up time. Physical activity, such as walking or swimming, can also help prevent obesity, a risk factor for migraines.
Control Symptoms: - When you get a migraine, lie down in a quiet, dark room. Put a cold cloth or compress over your forehead, massage your scalp, or press on your temples. Drink plenty of water, especially if you have vomited.
Keep a headache diary: - This can help you figure out what your triggers are and keep track of the medicines you use. Write down:
• When the pain began.
• What you were doing before the pain began.
• What you ate and drank in the 24 hours
before the headache.
• The medicine and dose you used to treat
the pain and when you took it.
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