Migraine - common; Headache - migraine without aura
There is no cure for migraine. The goal is to control the symptoms and prevent further attacks.
Rest in a quiet, darkened room. This will often reduce the severity of the symptoms. Drink fluids to prevent dehydration, especially if vomiting occurs.
Several medications may help relieve symptoms. However, the effectiveness of migraine medications is highly variable in different people. If a medication has...
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Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Migraine Headache
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