Question: Started getting my migraines whilst exercising... Safe to continue?
Answer:
Full Question:
I have suffered migraines for years and have
mostly linked the onset of them with hormonal changes and with stress. My
migraines generally impact my vision, and sensation (numbness and tingling) all
on my right side. The headache comes about an hour later and is quite
manageable, although I do have some nausea and feel washed out for at least 24
hours. More recently I have started getting my migraines whilst exercising. Is
it ok to continue exercising whilst I am having a migraine? I am concerned that
the exertion could cause something more sinister to occur neurologically. Kirra
Answer:
Dear Kirra;
An appropriate answer to this one really needs to come from your own doctor. It's simply not safe for us to answer such questions without your full history and an examination.
Do mention to your doctor that some of your Migraines are starting while you're exercising. It may be that the exertion of the exercise is actually triggering exertional Migraines. If that's the case, your doctor may be able to adjust your treatment regimen to help you avoid those.
Good luck,
Teri Robert and John Claude Krusz
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