Less Common Types of Headaches

Below are descriptions for some of the less common (non-migraine) headache types that may sometimes be confused with migraines:
Aneurysm headache: an aneurysm occurs when a blood vessel in the head ruptures and causes a hemorrhage. An aneurysm headache is indicated by extremely severe head pain that’s usually accompanied by neck pain and sometimes [...]

The Different Phases of a Migraine Attack

Although each person’s experience with migraines will vary there are strong similarities in the stages or phases of each attack. For each migraine there’s a period where just a few symptoms are experienced, followed by the onset of head pain, and ending with a gradual return to normal. These phases are commonly referred [...]

Different Types of Migraine Headaches

Although there are several symptoms common to migraines it is by no means a simple condition to diagnose. To facilitate a more accurate diagnosis of migraines the medical field has classified migraines into 2 main categories and several subcategories. Let’s review the different types of migraines:
Most Common Migraine Types
Migraines Without Aura
By far, most people that [...]

What Is A Migraine Aura?

Although visual impairment is most commonly associated with auras there are other symptoms that indicate that an aura is being experienced:
Visual Impairments

Blurred vision;

Partial loss of sight;

Flashes of light and color;

A bright shape that blocks vision, usually only in one eye but sometimes both;

Geometric or wavy lines.

Motor Impediments

Partial paralysis;

Weakness or heaviness in the limbs on the [...]

Migraines vs. Other Types of Headaches

 
The list below describes the 3 most common types of headaches.
1. Migraines
The primary symptoms that accompany a migraine headache are:

throbbing or hammering pain that’s usually localized to one side of the head;

lengthy duration (from a few hours to up to 3 days);

pain that’s moderate to severe;

These can sometimes be accompanied by an aura, nausea [...]

Migraine Therapy – Reducing Stress

We deal with a multitude of stress-related events on a daily basis.  Unfortunately stress, tension, and anxiety are triggers for many people that suffer from migraine headaches.  The list below contains simple stress-reducing techniques that may help relieve migraine pain before or during an attack.

Sleep: try to get at least 7 hours of sleep each [...]

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