Migraines?

Too often most of us suffer from migraines..i have that problem too...why?i have my own reasons..lap tops..tv...reading in dark..lack of sleep...loud music..stress..and what not?anything can cause migraines...

ok lets check out what is migraine about ...

A migraine is a common type of headache that may occur with symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or sensitivity to light. In many people, a throbbing pain is felt only on one side of the head.

Some people who get migraines have warning symptoms, called an aura, before the actual headache begins. An aura is a group of symptoms, including vision disturbances, that are a warning sign that a bad headache is coming.

See also:

• Cluster headache
• Mixed tension migraine (features of both a migraine and tension headache)
• Tension headache
  
  
  

  Causes, incidence, and risk factors

  Migraine headaches tend to first appear between the ages of 10 and 45. Sometimes they may begin later in life.
  

  • Migraines occur more often in women than men,
  • Migraines may run in families.
  • Some women, but not all, may have fewer migraines when they are pregnant.

  A migraine is caused by abnormal brain activity, which is triggered by stress, certain foods, environmental factors, or something else. However, the exact chain of events remains unclear. Today, most medical experts believe the attack begins in the brain, and involves various nerve pathways and chemicals. The changes affect blood flow in the brain and surrounding tissues.
  Migraine attacks may be triggered by:
  

  • Alcohol
  • Allergic reactions
  • Bright lights
  • Certain odors or perfumes
  • Changes in hormone levels (which can occur during a woman's menstrual cycle or with the use of birth control pills)
  • Changes in sleep patterns
  • Exercise
  • Loud noises
  • Missed meals
  • Physical or emotional stress
  • Smoking or exposure to smoke

  Certain foods and preservatives in foods may trigger migraines in some people. Food-related triggers may include:
  

  • Any processed, fermented, pickled, or marinated foods
  • Baked goods
  • Chocolate
  • Dairy products
  • Foods containing monosodium glutamate (MSG)
  • Foods containing tyramine, which includes red wine, aged cheese, smoked fish, chicken livers, figs, and certain beans
  • Fruits (avocado, banana, citrus fruit)
  • Meats containing nitrates (bacon, hot dogs, salami, cured meats)
  • Nuts
  • Onions
  • Peanut butter

  This list may not include all triggers.
  True migraine headaches are not a result of a brain tumor or other serious medical problem. However, only an experienced health care provider can determine whether your symptoms are due to a migraine or another condition.
  
  YIKES!So what..i got to say  no to chocolates and cheese????thats what runs in your mind right now right...
  

  

  

   err..i dont avoid totally..just that i reduce intake when im in pain...
  
  
  to some it doesnt occur only to all these symptoms..there are other causes as well -PREMENSTRUATION...
  
  Women suffer migraines three times more frequently than men do; and, menstrual migraines affect 60 percent of these women. They occur before, during or immediately after the period, or during ovulation. While it is not the only hormonal culprit, serotonin is the primary hormonal trigger in everyone's headache. Some researchers believe that migraine is an inherited disorder that somehow affects the way serotonin is metabolized in the body. But, for women, it is also the way the serotonin interacts with uniquely female hormones.
  Menstrual migraines are primarily caused by estrogen, the female sex hormone that specifically regulates the menstrual cycle fluctuations throughout the cycle. When the levels of estrogen and progesterone change, women will be more vulnerable to headaches. Because oral contraceptives influence estrogen levels, women on birth control pills may experience more menstrual migraines.
  
  

  

  Menstrual Syndrome (PMS) Headaches

  The PMS headache occurs before your period and is associated with a variety of symptoms that distinguish it from the typical menstrual 
  
  headache. The symptoms include headache pain accompanied by fatigue, acne, joint pain, decreased urination, constipation and lack of coordination. You may also experience an increase in appetite and a craving for chocolate, salt, or alcohol. 
  
  WORRY NOT DARLINGS..ITS NORMAL ...lets look up for some home remedies..
  
  

  

  Head Massages does wonders...
  
  
  and this is what i found on net..some home remedies
  
  
  

  Ice Towel

  One of the easier home remedies for migraine headaches is the use of the frozen towel method. Basically, you would need to wet the towel and wring it out as the first step. Once that's done, you would place it in the freezer for around five minutes, take it out & re-fold it, then put it back in the freezer to ensure that all sections of the towel become SUPER cold. Once it has reached PEAK coldness, it'll be time to wrap the towel around the head or neck for as long as it takes for the pain to subside.

  
  

  Deep Massages

  When many people think about home remedies for migraine headaches, they initially think of deep, relaxing head massages. The kind that have been proven to give some measure of migraine headache relief. Such quick & easy to do treatments work best when done in a dark room where someone other than yourself is massaging the head and neck.

  
  

  Food & Drink

  Some people have attested to the positive effects of eating salty food as one of the fastest & best home remedies for migraine headaches. You could perhaps give it a try with things like chips or snacks which are particularly salty. Aside from that, people have have also experienced relief just by drinking large quantities of water, juices packed with vitamin C, and even by having a SMALL amount of caffeine. IMPORTANT NOTE: It should be remembered that caffeine will work AGAINST a person who experiences caffeine induced migraines/headaches, thereby making matters worse. In such cases, caffeine should probably be avoided.

  
  

  Healthier Habits & Lifestyle

  Of course, some of the best home remedies for migraine headaches include the obvious things like exercise, getting adequate sleep every night, and eating healthier. Some people have reported getting good headache relief once they start a regular exercise program as well as ensure their bodies get enough rest. Tied in with that, it's also a idea to switch out your regular diet -- which is likely made up of fast food, junk food, and sugary and/or processed foods -- with a more natural diet made up of fish, lean meats, nuts, fruits & vegetables, and anything else that is considered "good for you".

  
  

  I certainly hope i did a lil help to those who suffers from migraine...do share with me if you have more remedies  :) cheers and have a healthy lifestyle ahead!