If you’re reading this then chances are you’ve been suffering from migraines for a while now – probably years. And what probably annoys you most is that people don’t take migraines seriously – it’s seen as just another headache; nothing amazing. But if you’ve had a migraine you’d understand that it isn’t just another headache – it’s usually hard to describe in words how painful they are. That’s the type of “ignorance” us migraineurs have to put up with almost every day.
The vast majority of people will have their first migraine in their late teenage years or just into their adult years. Normally migraines will make your life a living hell for several years and then disappear when you’re in your adult life – usually in your late 30s or 40s. For a few unlucky migraineurs they have to deal with migraines into their 50s and 60s.
Migraines are usually blamed on a problem with blood vessels in the head but there is new proof showing that migraines are caused by problems deeper in the brain itself. Don’t panic it just means that one part of your brain kicks up a stink every so often and you pay the price by having to put up with yet another migraine headache.
How long can a migraine last? It all depends on the person really but on average a migraine will last from 24 – 72 hours. Personally a migraine for me lasts almost exactly 24 hours every single time. Sometimes I can cut that down to 10 – 12 hours if I take my medication in time and get home to bed.
So what causes those migraine attacks of yours? They’re called migraine triggers and the exact cause varies for each person. Stress can bring on migraines for some people where for others it’s too much caffeine, nicotine or chocolate. Bright lights are another major cause. So are the tannins you can find in red wine and tea. Some people even have migraines that are caused by a change in the weather patterns.
There is help available though – you don’t need to suffer in silence. Over-the-counter medication is usually not nearly strong enough to deal with a major migraine. To have any hope of having a normal life while you’re living with migraines you’re probably going to need prescription painkillers. These are very effective but you need to watch out for side-effects such as addiction for example. The most effective way to treat a migraine is to head it off before it starts. Get home, draw the curtains and cover your eyes and ears. I find that total immersion in silence and dark (and maybe some painkillers) is the best way to deal with the problem.
Migraines are a pain in the rear end but they can be lived with. They’re not going to kill you but they can affect your quality of life – if you allow them too. Know your triggers and know your threshold. When the attack starts take action immediately – your suffering will be dramatically reduced.
Niall has been suffering from migraine headaches for most of his life but has found ways to deal with them. He wants to help you find relief from migraine headaches too. Get more information on migraine headaches right now.
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