According to the dictionary, the word “migraine” comes from Middle French and is modified from the Latin “hemicrania” meaning pain in one side or “hemi” of a head. The pain of migraine may seem much more severe to the sufferer. The current definition of migraine includes migraine that causes a recurring, severe headache and nausea.
Let’s understand it
The many ways that migraine aura affects the body is not covered in the dictionary. It does not include visual disturbances or the sounds and smells that are absent. Migraine prevention is crucial for migraineurs, as the pain and other symptoms can disrupt your life. In a previous article, “Best Migraine Prevention Medicines”, we discussed the fact that prescription and non-prescription medications are all claimed to have migraine prevention properties.
Some may work for certain people, while others are more likely provide migraine prevention for others. However, there is some debate about whether or not one should try a migraine prevention medication. The FDA approved four migraine prevention drugs as of the writing of this article (early 2007): propranolol and timolol. Topiramate and divalproex sodium were also approved.
Migraine prevention
It can also be achieved with the use of an antidepressant like amitriptyline. Botox has been successful, but it is not recommended. One of the downsides to using migraine prevention medications is that they require that the patient take the medication for a certain amount of time to ensure its effectiveness. This can lead to a buildup of adverse effects before the sufferer realizes that migraine prevention is being offered.
Doctors often have to experiment in order to find the lowest dose that works without side effects. Consider the side effects of Topamax as an example. Topamax’s makers offer “Important Safety Info about Topamax” on their website. This section admits that there are serious risks associated with the medicine.
Blood acidity
It is increased by lower blood levels of bicarbonate. In severe reactions, patients may experience irregular heartbeats or difficulty staying alert. If left untreated, this side effect could lead to increased risk of developing bone disease or kidney stones. Hyperventilation, i.e. Hyperventilation, i.e. rapid, deep breathing that feels like you are not able to catch your breathe. An increase in eye pressure. This can cause blindness and glaucoma.
Warnings continue with “more common side effect” such as tingling in the arms and legs, nausea, diarrhea and changes in taste that could lead to weight loss. Many people believe that the risk of taking migraine prevention medications is too high and the side effects are too numerous. Natural migraine prevention options are available for those who feel this way.
A migraine trigger diary is one natural way to prevent migraines. You can make it more important by buying a small, blank book that is just for this purpose. It will be less expensive than a prescription and it will help you remember how to use it. The book should be kept in a place where you can see it when you’re not working. Keep a detailed record of your daily activities, meals, and weather. Take a look back at what you ate or did just before a migraine attack.
Stress factor
Did you feel stressed? Did the weather change? If you notice a pattern, try to eliminate it from your life. Biofeedback is another natural method to prevent migraines. Biofeedback uses special equipment to monitor the migraineur’s physical tension. The goal of biofeedback is to teach the patient how to manage stress-related physical processes that may cause migraine. The patient will be able to recognize and manage the physical tension that may cause migraine episodes.
Biofeedback migraine prevention seems to work better for children than it does for adults. This is probably because they are more open to learning new techniques and are more willing to try them. Migraine prevention can also be achieved with herbal remedies. Particularly helpful are butterbur and feverfew. Butterbur, a shrub-like plant, can be found in parts of North America, Europe, and northern Asia.
Treatments
Migraine treatment is possible with butterbur extracts. Numerous studies have shown that butterbur is effective in migraine prevention. In the largest study, 245 migraineurs received butterbur extract or a placebo. Butterbur proved to be more effective than the placebo in migraine prevention after four months of treatment. 75 mg of butterbur twice daily worked, but 50 mg twice daily did not.
Butterbur’s side effects included mild digestive problems, mostly burping. Other possible side effects of butterbur that were not reported in the study included constipation, diarrhea and fatigue, headaches, indigestion nausea, vomiting, nausea, and headaches. Butterbur is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women, children, or people with liver or kidney disease. Before using this herb, please consult your doctor.
Take into account
Feverfew, a second herbal remedy for migraine, has been used for centuries in Europe. It was a popular alternative to traditional migraine prevention drugs in England in the 1980s. Numerous studies have examined the effectiveness of feverfew in migraine prevention. One study compared the use of feverfew extract to a placebo in 170 migraineurs.
The migraine frequency of those who took feverfew was significantly lower than that of those who took placebo. The frequency of migraines fell by 1.9 per month in those who took feverfew. The migraine frequency in the placebo group decreased by 1.3 per month. You can choose between migraine prevention with prescription medications or migraine prevention using natural remedies. Migraine is an individual experience.
The migraine prevention method that works best for you may not work for you. Make sure you get as much information and take your time before you make a decision. Disclaimer: The author is not a professional and the information provided herein is for educational purposes only. It is highly recommended that you seek professional guidance from your physician.