Migraine, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment Triggers and More

What is a migraine?

Migraines are usually felt as a throbbing pain on one side of the head, but can also affect both sides. There are two main types; migraine without and aura and migraine with an aura. 

An aura is a signal from the brain that a migraine is  about to begin and may include a range of symptoms. Sometimes visual developing gradually from 5 minutes to an hour before the pain of the migraine becomes noticeable.

Signs and symptoms of migraines:

It’s not uncommon for migraines to develop in stages, although some people experiences will vary.

• Stage one: Pre-headache stage with changes to mood, energy levels, behaviour and appetite. This can last for hours or days before an episode.

• Stage two: Around 30% of people experience an aura – visual or other sensory problems, such as flashes of light, blind spots, or zig-zag patterns, lasting for 5 minutes to an hour.

• Stage three: Headaches accompanied with throbbing pain, often to one side of the head, feeling sick, vomiting, or experiencing extreme sensitivity to bright light and sound. It can last 4-72 hours.

• Stage four: The resolution stage,  the headache and other symptoms fade away, however the feelings of tiredness can last for a number of days afterwards.

Other symptoms of migraines include difficulty concentrating, nausea or vomiting, numbness in the hands or face and or feeling low mood or irritable.

Causes of migraines:

The precise reasons why migraines occur is not scientifically known. It’s believed that genetics play a role,  since many sufferers have a close relative who experience them too.

Some of the triggers of migraines are:

• Hormonal changes – such as women’s menstrual cycles.
• Emotional – increases in stress or anxiety.
• Physical – extreme tiredness or poor-quality sleep.
• Dietary – for instance certain types of foods or drinks.

How to relieve migraines:

While there are no cures for migraines, there are many options available to help reduce the symptoms. 

Many people find it helpful to lie in a darkened room and sleep it off. Others have tried using CBD products: CBD Olis, CBD Edibiles, CBD Capsules: www.3kingscbd.com or over-the counter pain relievers.

If you experience nausea or vomiting speak to your doctor about other treatments available.

What is CBD?

CBD is one of the many compounds found in the hemp plant, known for its anti inflationary properties, which can be potentially helpful for users. 

Our CBD products range from CBD Oils , CBD Eliquids, CBD Muscle Gels, Edibles, and CBD Capsules.

How can CBD help?

Migraine sufferers know that it is important to act at the first sign of discomfort to help speed up recovery and limit the impact of a full on migraine.

CBD can be absorbed quite quickly into the body, providing an essential cannabinoid boost to a compromised body. 

When to seek medical help:

Contact your GP if you are experiencing new, frequent (more than five days a month) or severe migraines, if concerned at all about your headache.

You should also seek medical advice if you’re extremely sensitive to light or noise as this is not unusual for migraine suffers, or have other symptoms such as  weakness or numbness in your arms or legs .

Getting a sudden headache that brings about blinding pain or feeling exceptionally feverish, contact your doctor as a matter of urgency. 

Other symptoms that require professional support include weakness on one side of your face, affecting arms, slurry speech, a stiff neck, seizures or a rash.

Minimising the onset of migraines:

It’s a great idea to keep a diary, so you can record trends which can prove invulnerable in making appropriate changes, for example, you may notice that stress or certain types of food are triggers for your migraines.

Small lifestyle changes can also minimise the chances of getting a full migraine. Things like frequent exercise, schedule mealtimes, and drinking lots of water throughout the day, can be incorporated into your daily life. 

Of course, avoiding alcoholic drinks and coffee can help too, as these beverages often lead to dehydration.

If you have made life style changes but your symptoms persist or you are still concerned about your migraines, seek  medical advice from a professional.

Other types of headaches:

Sinus-related headaches

Sinus headaches can occur as a result of inflamed sinuses and the build-up of mucus. This results in a feeling of pressure and pain in cheekbones, forehead and around the eyes.

Tension headaches

A tension headache feels like an aching type of pain. It can feel as though something is applying pressure onto your head. 

Important information:

The information within this article is for informative purposes only. 

The information provided on this website www.thecbddispensary.online is not intended to diagnose or prescribe, treat, cure or prevent any disease and should not be used as a substitute for medical advise.

If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. In all health related matters, always consult your chosen health professional.