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What tests should be performed to confirm a Migraine headache?
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∙ 11y ago
There are no existing tests to confirm a Migraine attack. Migraine itself is a diagnosis of exclusion. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment advice, seek the help of a physician or headache specialist.
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What should you do if you have a migraine headache in your brain?
If you think you have a Migraine, see a physician or headache specialist for appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
When you have bad migraine do you have to see a neurologist?
Any change in headache pattern indicates that you should see your physician. Headache Specialists are best for diagnosis and treatment of Migraine and other headache disorders. Neurologists can be helpful as can other physicians, but they are not as well versed or experienced as headache specialists in diagnosing and treating headache disorders.
When smoking should you get a headache?
Yes, it is possible that smoking may trigger headache in susceptible individuals. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of headache disorders, seek the help of a qualified and board certified Migraine and headache specialist.
Can you mix depakote and imitrex?
Whether or not it is okay to mix depakote and imitrex depends on many, many factors, and one should always check with a doctor or pharmacist before adding or removing any medicines from their usual Migraine management protocol. For appropriate diagnosis, treatment and management of Migraine and other headache disorders, please seek the help of a board certified Migraine and headache specialist.
Hi I have a question I get these little line things in front of my eyes I get tired and throw up what is it?
It sounds like a migraine headache. Here are a list of symptoms. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/migraine-headache/DS00120/DSECTION=symptoms You should go to your doctor for an examination. There are prescription medicines that can help prevent migraines.
The interference with vision and feeling of numbness in the limbs is caused by your migraine?
It is possible that symptoms of impaired vision and numbness in the limbs may be caused by a Migraine, however they could also be caused by other problems that need to be investigated. These symptoms are usually neurologic in nature, and if they are new or different, they should be investigated as soon as you are able. For appropriate diagnosis, treatment and management of Migraine and other headache disorders, please seek the help of a board certified Migraine and headache specialist.
What should you do if you have a migraine?
There are several steps to managing Migraine attacks. The first is diagnosis. Without diagnosis, appropriate treatment is not usually possible. Trigger identification and management is vital to controlling the attacks, and if that fails or is insufficient, preventive medicines may be helpful. Abortives can be given when an attack is in progress, and if those fail, rescue medication may be necessary. For appropriate diagnosis, treatment and management of Migraine and headache disorders, seek the help of a board certified Migraine and headache specialist.
How long should one wait for a migraine to subside before visiting a doctor?
If one has a sudden, new severe headache or a headache that is associated with neurological symptoms such as weakness, dizziness, sudden loss of balance or falling then he or she should go to visit a doctor.
How often should you take isometh-D-chloralphenz-apap?
Only on onset of migraine aura (warning feeling) or actual headache, its not a daily dosage
When should dichloralphenazone be taken?
Dichloralphenazone is not indicated for routine use. The medication should be taken only at the onset of pain, tension headache symptoms, or at the first warning signs of migraine.
How is migraine headache treated in alternative medicine?
At the onset of symptoms, the migraine sufferer should seek out a quiet, dark room and attempt to sleep. Placing a cold, damp cloth or a cold pack on the fore-head may help.
Were should you go if have an 8 day migraine?
A Migraine lasting longer than 3 days is called Status Migrainousus and can be an emergency situation. It is recommended that those with a Migraine attack lasting longer than 3 days seek the help of a physician or headache specialist for help aborting the attack.
