What to Ask

How Should You Prepare for the Doctor’s Visit?

When period migraines start affecting your daily activities, you should definitely seek medical help. You should be prepared before going to the doctor to explain your symptoms well, which will ultimately help in the proper diagnosis.

Here's a checklist of things you can do before the appointment:

• Be aware of any pre-appointment restrictions. At the time you make the appointment, ask if there's anything you need to do in advance to prepare.

• Record details of your period migraines, including the type, location, radiation, frequency, intensity, triggers, associated symptoms, and the chronology of the onset of pain.

• Make a list of your current medications and note down any nonprescription therapies.

• Know your family history of similar symptoms.

What Questions Can You Ask Your Doctor?

For period migraines, some basic questions to ask your doctor include:

Questions regarding symptoms:

• Is there anything I can do to minimize period migraines?

• Will my period migraines eventually go away on their own?

• Could the symptoms that I'm experiencing indicate a more serious medical condition?

• Anything specific I need to avoid?

Questions regarding treatment:

• Do you recommend treatment for period migraines? What treatments are available?

• How long will my treatment go on for?

• Any side effects of the medications?

• Is there a generic alternative to the medicine you're prescribing?

Don't hesitate to ask any other questions that occur to you during your appointment.

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Medically reviewed by

Dr Yash Bahuguna

Researched by

Dr Inara Isani

Written by

Dr Diksha Sheoraut