Does this sound like migraines?

Question

Hello everyone, i wanted some insight from people who might know. I've been extremely tired for the past three weeks, and at the end of most nights i get a migraine. They get so it doesn't matter if i take excedrin, i just need to sleep it off. It's kinda interupting my life because i have friends who want to go out, and i make plans, then need to cancel later because of my migraine. Does this sound like migraines or something worse? LIke i said before I am also really exhausted and don't know if being tired is causing it or if it is an underlying problem.

I'm a huge coffee drinker, recently started a new job and need to be up really early. I have usually one caffenated beverage a day. Even after i drink caffeine, the headache doesn't subside.

Answer 1

It doesn't really sound like you are suffering from a migrane. Caffine actually HELPS migranes! Although if you have been drinking less caffine than usual lately that may be causing your headaches. Symptoms of migranes are naseau, sensitivity to light and noise, chills, ect. I would say you probably just have a cold or flu. Make sure you are getting enough rest and take vitamins. If this doesn't seem to help you may want to make an appointment to see a doctor.

Answer 2

Not really. It sounds like stress. You probably aren't drinking enough water or eating properly. When I don't eat right, I get headaches and fatigue, too. A true migraine will make your vision blurry, nauseas, vomiting, insomnia, etc. A migraine can even put you in the hospital.

So, I think you should try a few things before you go off thinking you've got a brain tumor.

First, try eating something high in protein the second you get a headache. If that makes it stop, then you are probably hypoglycemic.

If protein doesn't help, try cutting back on sugar and caffeine. Drink lots of water instead. Ice water works better at waking you up than coffee does.

Melatonin has been proven to control migraines, FYI. If you were to go to a holistic doctor, they can start you on a melatonin schedule. It's a vitamin and you can get it over the counter, but they need to tell you when to take it for this specific reason.

Eat better. Either way, you'll feel better.

Try getting more exercise. If you get up, drink ice water and go for a brisk walk around the block (NO hitting the snooze) I guarantee you will have more energy throughout the day.

Answer 3

Best thing to do is to see your doctor so that these headaches can be properly evaluated. It could be that they're migraines, but there could be another cause. In any case, it's important to know just what's going on so that you and your doctor can work out an appropriate and effective treatment plan. There is some evidence that caffeine can trigger migraines in some people, so you'll want to consider switching to decaf. Also, you'll want to think of ways to get some rest and relaxation so that you're not so tired all the time. Fatigue can, and your experience proves it, trigger headaches though they might not be migraines. Anyway, do see your doctor. I hope things work out for you here. I've lived with migraines just about all my life. I am 67 years old.

Answer 4

What you are describing sounds more like a tension headache. Although these are painful, they vary from migraines. These can be caused by anxiety, stress, too little or too much caffeine etc.

A migraine quite commonly starts with visual disturbances and nausea even throwing up. They last from 8 to 24 hours and rarely occur more than once a month or so, although some do have them more frequently (poor dears!)
Good luck in some relief!

Answer 5

Coffee can definitely be a trigger for some people, it is usually caused by a caffine withdrawl but if drinking coffee doesn't seem to help then it is most likely not causing the migraines but could certainly be a contributing factor. A huge Migraine trigger for many people is sleep disruption or changes in your usual daily patterns. Since you just started a new job your body is probably just adjusting to your new schedule, just be sure you are going to bed early and getting at least 6 to 7 hours of sleep, and at least while your body is adjusting try to keep the same sleep scedule on yor days off while your body adjusts

Answer 6

You can't mistake a migraine for anything else.

Most people have sensitivity to light and vomit. Your head feels like it's being split in half by an axe. You can't sleep [I used to cry myself to sleep] because of the pain.

It can wear you out, but isn't usually preceded by tiredness. If you're tired then get a headache it's probably due to stress or something similar. Try a cold or hot compress, a neck massage, a warm bath, some tea... And destress a little :)

For me caffeine was a cause of migraines, though most medicines use caffeine to get rid of migraines.


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Migraine

Answer 7

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Migraines are caused by abnormal activity in the brain. This abnormal activity may be triggered by a number of factors. Although the exact process in which this occurs is unknown, the disorder appears to involve blood vessels, nerve pathways and chemicals in the brain. Some researchers believe migraines are caused by imbalances in brain chemicals or changes in the trigeminal nerve in the face.

Learn the signs and symptoms of migraines as well as how to treat them at iVillage Total Health's "Life Without Migraine Limits". I think it will answer many of your migraine/headache questions!

Feel better!
http://totalhealth.ivillage.com/life-without-migraine-limits.html

Answer 8

Well, I used to have migraines and that kind of sounds like what happened to me. Make sure you're getting enough sleep every night, and try to eliminate all sugar from your diet. Also, have you recently started drinking less caffeine than usual? Caffeine withdrawl can cause symptoms like that. While this doesn't sound like a major problem, it wouldn't hurt to see a doctor about it just to make sure.

Answer 9

It might dear, I get migraines alot. I usually get sick and throw up when I get them. I hope you feel better and have a safe Christmas!

Answer 10

You could be under stress. It's not always immediately apparent emmotionally but headaches and tiredness can be a sign.