Migraine symptoms
Migraine is more than a headache. It can come with nausea, sensitivity to light and noise, and sometimes a visual aura before the pain. Attacks do not look the same or last the same time for everyone.
These articles help you recognize the symptoms, understand the different types of migraine and know how long an attack can last.
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Migraine Behind the Eye: Why the Pain Settles on One Side
Migraine behind the eye, at the temple or on one side: why the pain settles there, why it can switch sides, and how to tell it from cluster headache.
Migraine Hangover (Postdrome): Why You're Wiped Out After an Attack
Migraine hangover (postdrome) explained: why you feel exhausted and foggy after an attack, how long it lasts and how to track it in your diary.
Migraine Prodrome Symptoms: The Early Signs That a Migraine Is Coming
Migraine prodrome symptoms like yawning, food cravings, a stiff neck and irritability can appear hours before the pain. Learn to spot and note them.
Vestibular Migraine: When Migraine Makes You Dizzy or Unsteady
Vestibular migraine can cause vertigo or unsteadiness, sometimes with no headache. Learn the signs, how long it lasts and how it differs from other causes.
Flashing Lights in Eyes: Is It Migraine Aura or an Eye Problem?
Flashing lights in eyes with a migraine? Learn what a typical aura looks like, how long it lasts, and which signs need an eye doctor or urgent care.
Silent Migraine: When Aura Shows Up Without a Headache
Silent migraine is aura without a headache: flashing lights, tingling or speech trouble. Learn what it feels like, why it happens and when to get help.
Sinus Headache or Migraine? Why They're Confused and How to Tell Them Apart
Sinus headache or migraine? Most self-diagnosed sinus headaches turn out to be migraine. Learn the signs that tell them apart and when to see a doctor.
Migraine That Won't Go Away: Why It Lasts Days and When to Get Help
A migraine that won't go away for days can have several explanations. Learn what status migrainosus is, why attacks drag on and when to get help.
Types of Migraine: A Simple Map of the Main Forms
Types of migraine explained simply: with aura, without aura, episodic, chronic, vestibular and rare forms, plus links to each detailed guide.
Migraine Without Aura: Symptoms, Duration and How It Differs From Migraine With Aura
Migraine without aura is the most common type of migraine. Learn the symptoms, how long it lasts and how it differs from migraine with aura in plain words.
Menstrual Migraine: When Periods Trigger Migraine Attacks
Menstrual migraine explained: pure vs menstrually-related criteria, the estrogen drop behind attacks, and treatment options to discuss with your doctor.
Ophthalmic Migraine: A Complete Guide
Flashing lights, zigzag lines, blurred vision before the headache: ophthalmic migraine explained. Symptoms, causes, duration and when to worry.
