Tag: headache management

  • Identifying and avoiding migraine triggers

    Identifying and Avoiding Migraine Triggers Identifying and Avoiding Migraine Triggers Definition and Description of Identifying and Avoiding Migraine Triggers Migraine triggers are specific factors that can initiate a migraine attack in susceptible individuals. A migraine is defined by the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD) as a recurrent headache disorder characterized by moderate to severe…

  • Headaches, Tension-type

    Headaches, Tension-type Definition and Description of Headaches, Tension-type Headaches categorized as tension-type are among the most common forms of headache experienced by individuals. Medically defined, tension-type headaches (TTH) are characterized by a mild to moderate intensity and are often described as feeling like a tight band around the head. Unlike migraines, tension-type headaches typically do…

  • Cyclic Migraines

    Cyclic Migraines Definition and Description of Cyclic Migraines Cyclic migraines are a distinctive form of migraine characterized by recurrent episodes that cluster at specific intervals. These migraines can last for days or weeks, often occurring multiple times a day. The condition is marked by debilitating headaches that may include symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and…