Understanding the Symptoms of Migraines and Other Headaches
By Mark Foley, D.O., About.com Guide to Headaches & Migraines
Understanding symptoms of migraines and headaches will help you and your healthcare provider with the proper diagnosis. An accurate diagnosis is key in selecting the appropriate treatment to bring you relief from your headaches.
Classifying Headaches
All headaches are not equal, and there are many types of headaches with unique symptoms. Understanding the difference between migraines and other headaches is essential in learning to treat and cope with your condition.
Migraine Basics
Migraine headaches are common and have recognizable symptoms and warning signs. Treatment for migraines is quite unique, so understanding the basics about migraine headaches will lead to a more prompt and accurate diagnosis.
- Assessing the Affects of Migraines
- Migraine Headache Symptoms
- Migraine Auras
- Children and Migraines
- Pregnancy and Migraines
- Women and Migraines
- Headache Triggers
- Dietary Headache Triggers
- Serotonin Syndrome - A Complication Worth Knowing About
- Caffeine and Migraines - What Is the Connection?
Other Types of Headaches
Migraines are arguably the most "famous" of migraines, but there are many other types of headaches as well. Read here to learn about various types of headaches, many of which are quite common.
