Headaches and Migraines
Migraines are a neurological condition causing intense, throbbing headaches often accompanied by nausea, light sensitivity, and sometimes visual disturbances, affecting around 1 billion people worldwide.
Migraines are a neurological condition characterized by intense, throbbing headaches, typically affecting one side of the head. They often last between 4 to 72 hours and can be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. Some sufferers experience an "aura" beforehand, which includes visual disturbances, tingling sensations, or difficulty speaking. Triggers vary widely and may include stress, hormonal changes, certain foods, or lack of sleep. Migraines affect roughly 1 billion people worldwide, with women being three times more likely to suffer from them. Treatments include pain-relief medications, preventative drugs, and lifestyle modifications.
- Intense throbbing or pulsing headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
- Sensitivity to sound (phonophobia)
- Sensitivity to smell
- Visual disturbances (aura)
- Tingling or numbness in the face or limbs
- Dizziness or vertigo
- Blurred vision
- Difficulty speaking
- Fatigue
- Neck stiffness
- Mood changes
- Loss of appetite
- Difficulty concentrating
- Over-the-counter pain relievers (ibuprofen, aspirin, acetaminophen)
- Triptans (sumatriptan, rizatriptan)
- Anti-nausea medications (metoclopramide, prochlorperazine)
- Rest in a dark, quiet room
- Hydration (drinking plenty of water)
- Cold or warm compress applied to the head or neck
- Sleep
Migraine Peer Support Groups
Migraine Peer Support Groups
Topic
Pain
Provided by: Migraine Canada and Migraine Quebec have partnered to ensure every Canadian has access to a supportive, inclusive, and peer-led space for connecting with others living with migraine. Summary: These peer-led virtual support groups provide a safe, welcoming environment where individuals can:
Daytime Group are held on the third Thursday of every month at 12:00 PM EST Evening Group are held on the last Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM EST West Coast Support Group (PST Timezone) are held on the last Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM PM PST |
Migraine Peer Support Groups offers
Support Groups
Migraine Peer Support Groups
Migraine Peer Support Groups
Topic
Pain
Provided by: Migraine Canada and Migraine Quebec have partnered to ensure every Canadian has access to a supportive, inclusive, and peer-led space for connecting with others living with migraine. Summary: These peer-led virtual support groups provide a safe, welcoming environment where individuals can:
Daytime Group are held on the third Thursday of every month at 12:00 PM EST Evening Group are held on the last Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM EST West Coast Support Group (PST Timezone) are held on the last Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM PM PST |
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Migraines are a neurological condition characterized by intense, throbbing headaches, typically affecting one side of the head. They often last between 4 to 72 hours and can be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. Some sufferers experience an "aura" beforehand, which includes visual disturbances, tingling sensations, or difficulty speaking. Triggers vary widely and may include stress, hormonal changes, certain foods, or lack of sleep. Migraines affect roughly 1 billion people worldwide, with women being three times more likely to suffer from them. Treatments include pain-relief medications, preventative drugs, and lifestyle modifications.
Symptoms
- Intense throbbing or pulsing headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
- Sensitivity to sound (phonophobia)
- Sensitivity to smell
- Visual disturbances (aura)
- Tingling or numbness in the face or limbs
- Dizziness or vertigo
- Blurred vision
- Difficulty speaking
- Fatigue
- Neck stiffness
- Mood changes
- Loss of appetite
- Difficulty concentrating
Treatment options
- Over-the-counter pain relievers (ibuprofen, aspirin, acetaminophen)
- Triptans (sumatriptan, rizatriptan)
- Anti-nausea medications (metoclopramide, prochlorperazine)
- Rest in a dark, quiet room
- Hydration (drinking plenty of water)
- Cold or warm compress applied to the head or neck
- Sleep
Resources for Migraines/Headaches
Migraine Peer Support Groups
Migraine Peer Support Groups
Topic
Pain
Provided by: Migraine Canada and Migraine Quebec have partnered to ensure every Canadian has access to a supportive, inclusive, and peer-led space for connecting with others living with migraine. Summary: These peer-led virtual support groups provide a safe, welcoming environment where individuals can:
Daytime Group are held on the third Thursday of every month at 12:00 PM EST Evening Group are held on the last Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM EST West Coast Support Group (PST Timezone) are held on the last Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM PM PST |
Migraine Peer Support Groups offers
Support GroupsResources related to Migraines/Headaches
Migraine Peer Support Groups
Migraine Peer Support Groups
Topic
Pain
Provided by: Migraine Canada and Migraine Quebec have partnered to ensure every Canadian has access to a supportive, inclusive, and peer-led space for connecting with others living with migraine. Summary: These peer-led virtual support groups provide a safe, welcoming environment where individuals can:
Daytime Group are held on the third Thursday of every month at 12:00 PM EST Evening Group are held on the last Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM EST West Coast Support Group (PST Timezone) are held on the last Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM PM PST |