The Basics
What Are Period Migraines?
Migraine is a genetically influenced complex neurological disorder characterized by episodes of moderate-to-severe headaches, typically unilateral and frequently accompanied by nausea and increased sensitivity to light and sound. These episodes, known as migraine attacks, can last hours to days and significantly impact daily activities and the quality of life of individuals.
A period (menstrual) or hormonal migraine is a migraine that is triggered by fluctuations in estrogen towards the latter part of the menstrual cycle.
Pure menstrual migraine: Migraine without aura that only occurs within a 5-day time period - 2 days before period and the first 3 days of bleeding.
Menstrual-associated migraine: Migraine without aura that also occurs during other times of the cycle, and can worsen during the premenstrual period.
Menstrual migraines are found to be more severe and longer-lasting than migraines due to other triggers. They also tend to occur without aura symptoms (visual disturbances that set in an hour before the migraine attack).
How to Navigate the Period Migraines Wiki?
We have divided the basics section into 4 sub-sections, which cover the basic concepts about period migraines to understand them better. It includes:
1. The Science
This section covers the science behind Period Migraines, the types, and what causes period migraines.
This section covers the symptoms associated with period migraines.
What kind of pain is normal and what is not normal and needs attention is covered in this section.
4. Risk Factors
There are many conditions that might put you at risk of having Period Migraines, and to understand them better, this section is all you need.
Medically reviewed by
Dr Yash Bahuguna, MBBS, MS, DNB, ISGE Certified Practitioner for PCOS
Medical Advisor, Cranberry.Fit
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