Is migraine easy to treat?

Written by Zhang Hui
Neurology
Updated on September 07, 2024
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Migraine, a type of disorder that frequently occurs, causes substantial pain, with patients experiencing severe headaches, nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms. Generally, migraines are manageable and not particularly difficult to treat, although they are prone to recurrence. Treatment primarily consists of pharmacotherapy, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for pain relief, as well as specific medications such as triptans and ergot derivatives, all of which are highly effective. Some patients might also benefit from using benzodiazepines, which serve as sedatives and hypnotics, providing favorable outcomes. If migraines frequently disrupt life, preventive medications may be used to decrease their occurrence, including calcium channel blockers and antiepileptics, which are quite effective. (Note: The answer is for reference only. Take medications under the guidance of a professional physician, and do not self-medicate.)

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How to relieve migraine

The incidence of migraines is quite high, and the pain experienced can be severe. Patients often find it unbearable and refrain from physical activities, as everyday activities can significantly aggravate the headache. Therefore, rapid alleviation of migraine pain is crucial for improving patients' quality of life and maintaining stability in work and study. The main methods of alleviation include: The first method is relief through medication. Medications primarily include some non-steroidal pain relievers, along with other symptomatic treatment drugs. For example, if patients frequently experience vomiting, antiemetic drugs are necessary. Another category of drugs refers to benzodiazepine sedatives, which also play an important role in alleviating headaches. Additionally, there are specific drugs for treating migraines, mainly the triptan class of medications. The second aspect is that patients need to focus on resting and maintaining a quiet environment. A quiet environment plays a very important role in the management of migraines. (Note: This answer is for reference only. Medication should be taken under the guidance of a professional physician, and blind medication should be avoided.)

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Can you drink alcohol with a migraine?

Patients with migraines can appropriately drink some white liquor or beer, which is generally not a problem, but they must not drink red wine. This is because red wine and dairy products, such as cheese, can induce migraine attacks. Additionally, pickled foods like pickled vegetables contain nitrites, which can also trigger migraine attacks; therefore, it is best to avoid pickled foods as much as possible. Typically, before a migraine attack, there is a precursor symptom where vision changes occur. After these precursor symptoms disappear, migraine symptoms emerge. During a migraine attack, oral pain relievers can be taken for symptomatic treatment. Some patients may find relief on their own a few hours after not taking medicine. Symptoms may recur, so it is generally advised to identify and avoid these triggers to prevent migraine attacks.

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Is migraine easy to treat?

Migraine, a type of disorder that frequently occurs, causes substantial pain, with patients experiencing severe headaches, nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms. Generally, migraines are manageable and not particularly difficult to treat, although they are prone to recurrence. Treatment primarily consists of pharmacotherapy, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for pain relief, as well as specific medications such as triptans and ergot derivatives, all of which are highly effective. Some patients might also benefit from using benzodiazepines, which serve as sedatives and hypnotics, providing favorable outcomes. If migraines frequently disrupt life, preventive medications may be used to decrease their occurrence, including calcium channel blockers and antiepileptics, which are quite effective. (Note: The answer is for reference only. Take medications under the guidance of a professional physician, and do not self-medicate.)

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Written by Feng Ying Shuai
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How to massage for migraines

Migraine is a common clinical symptom in medical practice. Sometimes patients may experience pain on the left side of their head, sometimes on the right, or sometimes at the back of the skull. Based on the specific condition of the patient, we can choose to perform massages. For instance, if the pain is on the left side, we can massage certain acupuncture points on the left side and the tips of the ears, as well as the "Lugou" point. Additionally, using our five fingers to comb from the front to the back of the head may also alleviate the migraine on the left side. Of course, massaging certain parts on the left side of the body, such as the "Waiguan" and "Fengchi" points, can also help reduce the symptoms of migraine.

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Can acupuncture be used for migraines?

For migraine, such as some primary migraines, acupuncture can be used for treatment and has certain efficacy. It can alleviate the symptoms of headache, reduce the intensity of pain, and decrease the frequency of pain episodes. Generally, for migraines, some local acupoints are selected, such as Fengchi, Jia Che, Si Zhu Kong, and Shuai Gu for acupuncture. If the pain is very severe, electroacupuncture can sometimes be used to enhance the effect of acupuncture to achieve the effects of unblocking meridians and relieving pain. Of course, acupoints are also chosen based on the patient's condition to treat migraines. For instance, migraines caused by liver qi stagnation would involve selecting acupoints that soothe the liver and regulate qi, such as Qi Men and Tai Chong, to help treat the migraines.