Migraine: The Problem and Its Solution
Migraine is a neurological disorder that can be seen in the form of severe headaches. This pain often occurs on one side of the head and sometimes suddenly becomes so severe that it becomes difficult to perform daily tasks.
Nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound can also be seen along with migraine. This is a normal problem that can happen to both men and women, but it is seen in a slightly higher proportion in women.
In today's time, cases of migraine are increasing due to fast lifestyle, stress and unhealthy eating. This is not just a common headache, but a complex problem that needs proper care and treatment. In this article, we will explain the causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention methods of migraine.
Causes of Migraine
There are many causes of migraine. Its triggers are different for each person, but there are some common causes such as:
1. Stress and tension
Excessive stress can cause migraines due to hormonal imbalance in the body. Stress or work pressure is a major cause of migraines.
2. Irregular sleep
If you do not sleep properly or your sleep is disturbed, the chances of getting migraines increase. Staying awake for a long time or getting insufficient sleep can make these migraines worse.
3. Food triggers
Certain foods can cause migraines, such as:
Junk food, Chocolate, Caffeine
Alcohol, Processed food, Excess salt or sugar
4. Hormonal changes
Hormonal changes in women can also be a major cause of migraines. This problem is more common during menstruation, pregnancy or menopause.
5. Loud noise and bright lights
Very bright light or very loud noises can trigger migraines. Many people also get migraines from watching too much light or bright screens (TV, mobile, laptop).
6. Dehydration
Migraines often occur because we drink too little water. If the body is not hydrated, blood circulation in the brain is affected, which increases headaches and migraines.
7. Weather changes
Migraines can often be triggered by sudden changes in temperature or weather. Many people have problems with humidity or extreme cold and heat.
Migraine Symptoms
Migraines have several common symptoms that vary from person to person:
1. Severe headache
Pain on one or both sides of the head that gradually increases.
2. Nausea and vomiting
Nausea and vomiting are common during migraines.
3. Sensitivity to light and sound
Very bright light or loud noises can cause irritability.
4. Blurred vision or dizziness
Many people experience vision problems before they get a migraine, such as:
Blurred vision or dizziness
Black spots
Flickering lights
Blurred vision
5. Tingling sensation
Many people also experience swelling or numbness in their hands and feet.
Types of Migraines
There are different types of migraines, some of the important types are:
1. Migraine with aura
This type of migraine usually causes visual disturbances before the headache, such as flashes of light, blind spots, or blurred vision.
2. Migraine without aura
In this type of migraine, the pain begins without any warning. This is the most common type of migraine.
3. Chronic migraine
If a person has migraines for more than 15 days a month, they are considered to have chronic migraines.
4. Vestibular migraine
This type of migraine causes dizziness and balance problems.
Other types of migraines include:
5. Migraines in children ( Abdominal Migraine)
Migraines in kids are the same disease that affects adults, but it impacts them in different ways. Children’s migraines typically affect both sides of their head, whereas adult migraines more often are one-sided.
In addition, children’s migraine attacks are often shorter than adult migraines. However, childhood migraines can be disabling, causing children to miss school, sports and other activities.
6.Chronic migraine
Chronic migraine is a migraine in which you have frequent or long-lasting headaches and migraine attacks. With chronic migraine, your symptoms may change from day to day (or even from hour to hour). This can make it difficult to tell where one migraine or headache ends and another begins.
7.hemiplegic migraine
A hemiplegic migraine is a type of migraine headache that causes migraine symptoms and muscle weakness on one side of your body. Muscle weakness usually starts during the aura phase of a migraine, right before or during a headache attack. Muscle weakness may be accompanied by sensory, vision or speech changes.
8. Menstrual migraines
A period headache is a migraine that happens before or during your menstrual cycle. The symptoms are worse than a traditional headache, with throbbing or pulsing head pain, light sensitivity and nausea. Treatment options are available to manage and prevent these headaches.
9.Retinal migraine (Ocular migraine)
Ocular migraine involves attacks of visual disturbances that affect one eye and migraine headaches. The visual issues are temporary. Treatment involves avoiding triggers with lifestyle changes and medication.
10.Status migraines
Status migraineurs is a migraine attack that lasts longer than 72 hours. Symptoms of a migraine, like throbbing head pain, are usually more severe than expected. You may need treatment in an emergency department, especially if other migraine symptoms set in, like nausea and vomiting.
**Ayurvedic Treatment for Migraine**
**1. Home Remedies**
👉 **Ghee Nasya** – Putting one or two drops of desi ghee in the nose in the morning can relieve migraine pain.
👉 **Tulsi and Ginger Tea** – Drinking Tulsi and Ginger Tea reduces pain and calms the mind.
👉 **Sandalwood Paste** – Sandalwood is cold, so applying it on the forehead to make a paste can relieve migraine pain.
👉 **Rose Water** – Soaking cotton in cold rose water and placing it on the eyes can reduce migraine pain.
### **2. Ayurvedic Herbs**
🌿 **Brahmi** – Brahmi is very useful for calming the mind and reducing stress.
🌿 **Ashwagandha** - Ashwagandha reduces stress and anxiety, which reduces migraine pain.
🌿 **Shankhpushpi** - Shankhpushpi reduces migraine pain along with increasing memory and mental clarity.
### **3. Ayurvedic Treatment**
✅ **Shirodhara** - Oil is applied to the head, which is very useful in migraine.
✅ **Panchkarma** - This treatment to detoxify the body can be beneficial for migraine patients.
### **4. Lifestyle (Lifestyle Changes)**
✔️ Start sleeping for 7-8 hours daily.
✔️ Do meditation and pranayama to reduce stress.
✔️ Avoid excessive sunlight and noise.
✔️ Reduce consumption of junk food and caffeine.
This Ayurvedic remedy helps in reducing the pain of migraine and is helpful in providing long-term relief. If the pain is very severe, then definitely consult an Ayurvedic doctor.
Conclusion
Migraine is a serious problem that can disrupt daily life. It is not just a common headache, but it is a neurological condition that requires proper treatment and care. Stress, unhealthy lifestyle and wrong eating habits aggravate migraines.
But if we improve our lifestyle and diet, migraines can be prevented and controlled. Yoga, meditation, good sleep, hydration and healthy food can help reduce migraine symptoms.
If migraines occur frequently, you should consult a doctor without delay. Early diagnosis and proper treatment help reduce migraine attacks.
Maintain a healthy lifestyle and try to live a migraine-free life!
