Anyone ever find the cause of a migraine? I have them daily! HELP!?

Answer 1

Are you overusing your migraine meds? (esp. over the counter stuff like excedrin)? You could be experiencing a rebound headache (basically, the headache triggers as soon as the effect wears off) or even worse, transformed/chronic migraines.

Migraines are "vascular" headaches. Essentially blood vessels in your brain constrict (tighten), then dilate (expand), which causes pressure upon the brain. The best medications are the ones that help constrict the vessels again. These are only available via prescription. Some medications simply help with the pain (the best ones are, again, prescription-only). Causes are neurological.

Thankfully, most migraines CAN be prevented. Generally, migraines have specific "triggers" that can cause an episode:

(from WebMD): What Causes Migraine Headaches?

The exact causes of migraine headaches are unknown, but the headaches are linked to changes in the brain as well as to genetic causes. Experts believe that migraines may be caused by inherited abnormalities in certain areas of the brain. People with migraines may inherit the tendency to be affected by certain migraine triggers including fatigue, bright lights, and weather changes. Additional possible triggers include:

Emotional stress

Sensitivity to specific chemicals and preservatives in food.

Certain foods, beverages and food additives may be responsible for triggering up to 30% of migraines. Aged cheeses, alcoholic beverages, nitrates (sometimes found in processed meats), and monosodium glutamate (MSG) have been linked to migraines.

Caffeine. Excessive caffeine consumption or withdrawal from caffeine can cause headaches when the caffeine level abruptly drops. The blood vessels seem to become sensitized to caffeine. When caffeine is not ingested, a headache may occur. Caffeine itself is often helpful in treating acute migraine attacks.

Changing weather conditions. Storm fronts, barometric pressure changes, strong winds, and altitude changes have been linked to migraines.

Menstrual periods

Tension

Excessive fatigue

Skipping meals

Changes in normal sleep patterns

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I can tell you right now that skipping meals, skipping sleep, MSG, and too much alcohol are huge triggers for me. :(

Get yourself to a neurologist ASAP to get a diagnosis, and if you already have, try to get a prescription for another med besides triptans.

Answer 2

Perhaps what you are having are not migraines per se but what I call sinusmigraines. It starts out as a sinus headache then escalates into migraine status as time goes on.

To treat mine, I take a combination of 2 advil cold and sinus and 2 excedrin extra strength.

Answer 3

The pain of migraine is very severe, sometimes vomiting may occur due to pain. To prevent migraine attack you should use medication regularly. There are two types of drugs used to treat the patient 1. to get immediate relief of the attack 2. to prevent an attack. It is wise to consult a Doctor.

The cause is neurological.

Answer 4

Fold you hands together, left thumb between right thumb and pointer finger. Close your eyes and relax, Apply pressure until headache is gone. About 2minutes. The cause is pressure in the brain from stress and strain in the eyes and on the nerves .

Answer 5

Have someone rub your feet, while you are relaxed for the evening. This can relieve some of the pressure off. Also, If you are a caffeine drinker, This can cause headaches, or artificial sweeteners. I do hope one of these, can refieve your ache. GOOD LUCK!!! Dee

Answer 6

The cause is yet unknown, as is the cure. :'(