How to Detect Migraine Symptoms and When to Seek Medical Help

Detecting a migraine can be tricky because it often feels like a regular headache, but migraines usually come with specific signs that help tell them apart.

Common Signs of a Migraine

• Throbbing or pulsating pain, usually on one side of the head

• Pain worsens with movement, light, or noise

• Nausea or vomiting

• Blurred vision or sensitivity to light (photophobia) and sound (phonophobia)

• Sometimes, you may feel aura—visual flashes, zigzag lines, or tingling sensations before the headache starts.

Duration

• Migraine attacks typically last 4 to 72 hours if untreated

• They may occur once in a while or several times a month

Other Clues

• Family history of migraine

• Feeling extremely tired or irritable before or after the headache

• Triggers like stress, lack of sleep, certain foods, or hormonal changes

If you experience recurring headaches with any of these symptoms, it could be migraine. A neurologist can confirm the diagnosis through a detailed history and sometimes tests to rule out other causes.

HexaHealth can help you consult a migraine specialist and find treatment options that bring lasting relief.

Wishing you clarity, comfort, and headache-free days ahead!