Migraine FAQs

Frequently asked questions about migraines.

What is a Migraine?
THE BASICS OF MIGRAINES Migraine is a complex condition with a wide variety of symptoms. For many people the main symptom is a painful headache. Oth...
Mon, 27 Jun, 2016 at 12:34 PM
Headache or migraine?
Headache or migraine? Distinguishing between different types of headache can be difficult. You can experience different types of headaches at dif...
Mon, 27 Jun, 2016 at 1:23 PM
What causes migraine?
What causes migraine? There is no known specific cause for migraine, although most people with it are genetically predisposed to migraine. If ...
Mon, 27 Jun, 2016 at 1:33 PM
Are there different types of migraines?
Are there different types of migraines? There are different types of migraines, but the most common types fall into two categories: · ...
Mon, 27 Jun, 2016 at 1:13 PM
Seeking medical advice
Seeking medical advice   It may sound obvious, but before you start any form of treatment you need to be sure that you are being...
Tue, 28 Jun, 2016 at 1:47 PM
Migraine and quality of life
Because of the debilitating nature of migraines, they often disrupt normal daily activities.  Migraine attacks can begin suddenly, cause a wide rang...
Tue, 28 Jun, 2016 at 2:07 PM