800 VALIANTLiving with migraines and migraine attacks can be painful. Migraines can cause, intense, debilitating pain. This is usually described as a throbbing sensation on one side of the head. Light and sound sensitivity may accompany a migraine attack, along with nausea and vomiting.
A migraine will sometimes progress through four distinct stages, each with its own range of symptoms:
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PRODROME
You may notice the following 1-2 days before the onset of a migraine:
- Constipation
- Food cravings
- Increased thirst
- Frequent urination
- Mood swings
- Neck stiffness
- Frequent yawning
- Aura
Although most people experience migraines without an aura, it can occur before or during a migraine and is characterized by a visual disturbance. Other symptoms include:
- Weakness or numbness in a limb, face, or side of the body
- Seeing various shapes, flashes of light, spots
- Pins and needles in an arm or leg
- Uncontrollable jerking
- Hearing noises
- Difficulty speaking
- Vision loss
HEADACHE
The duration of your migraine can vary widely, from anywhere between four hours to three days. The accompanying headaches also vary in intensity and frequency. Some common symptoms include:
- Pain on one side or both sides of your head
- Light-headedness and fainting
- Sensitivity to light and sounds
- Throbbing or pulsing pain
- Nausea and vomiting
- Blurred vision
POST-DROME
This is the final phase of a migraine attack and your mood may be anything from feeling elated to feeling completely drained. You may also feel:
- Confusion
- Moodiness
- Dizziness
- Weakness
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