Migraine in women are more common around the time of their menstrual periods. The abrupt drop in estrogen that triggers menses can also trigger migraine. Hormonal changes can also be brought on by birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy.
A migraine is usually an intense pounding headache that can last for hours or even days. The pounding or pulsing pain usually begins in the forehead, the side of the head, or around the eyes.
The headache gradually gets worse. Just about any movement, activity, bright light, or loud noise seems to make it hurt more. At the first sign of a migraine, take a break and step away from whatever you’re doing if possible.
- Turn off the lights. Migraines often increase sensitivity to light and sound.
- Try temperature therapy. Apply hot or cold compresses to your head or neck.
- Drink a caffeinated beverage.
- Leafy greens contain a variety of elements that contribute to headache relief
- Nuts
- Fatty fish
- Fruits
- Seeds
- Whole grains
- Legumes
- Hot peppers
- Try a Cold Pack
- Use a Heating Pad or Hot Compress
- Ease Pressure or Your Scalp or Head
- Dim the Lights
- Try Not to Chew
- Hydrate
- Get Some Caffeine
- Practice Relaxation
Taking care of yourself might help ease chronic daily headaches :
- Avoid headache triggers. Keeping a headache diary can help you determine what triggers your headaches so that you can avoid the triggers
- Avoid medication overuse
- Get enough sleep
- Don’t skip meals
- Exercise regularly
- Reduce stress
- Reduce caffeine
- Medicine