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WHAT IS MIGRAINE?
Migraine is a neurological condition which can be characterized by repetitive occurrence of intensely severe and throbbing headaches. It sometimes comes with sensitivity towards light and sound, nausea, vomiting, sensory warning signs, numbness and difficulty in speaking. According to the experience of sixty percent people, pain of migraine may corner itself on one side which can move from one to another side on every consequent attack. The pain can be severe enough to make one disable completely during the attack. Women are on higher risk to get migraine in comparison to men.
What causes migraine?
Although the exact cause of migraine is not identified, genetic neurological disorder and various triggers are suspected to cause migraine attack by bringing abnormal temporary affect on nerve signals, chemicals and blood vessels in the brain. Such triggers can be of bright lights, acute sound, strong smells, changes in the weather, allergies, certain food products, irregularity in sleeping habits, menstruation, stress, depression, drinking excessive alcohol and smoking, heavy exercise, certain medications etc. Depending upon the individual triggers may keep on changing as a trigger for one person may or may not be a trigger for another. Migraine attack can also take place without exposure to any trigger in certain cases.
What are the symptoms of migraine?
Symptoms of migraine can start anytime. Sometimes it can happen just before, immediately after, during or after the headache takes place. Some, usual symptoms are as follows:
- Severe, throbbing or debilitating pain
- feeling a prickling or tingling sensation in your face, arms, or legs
- feeling sick, nausea and vomiting
- increased sensitivity towards light and sound
- seeing shapes, light flashes, zigzag lines or bright spots
- feeling tired, weak or short of breath due to anaemia
- temporary loss of vision
Sweating, temperature changes, stomach ache and diarrhoea are some other symptoms which can be experienced.
What are the different types of migraines?
Migraine is categorised into two primary types. Migraine with aura and migraine without aura.
Migraine with aura
It is based on individual experience of triggers and disturbances in the senses causing migraine attack. Also known as classic migraine, in migraine with aura the pain can be lead by some warning signs such as:
- confusing thoughts
- visualising blind spots, zig-zag lines, sparkling or flashing lights
- experiencing pinch like pins and needles in an arm or leg
- difficulty in speaking
- stiffness in the shoulders, neck, or limbs
- loss of sensation
Migraine without aura
Also known as common migraine, migraine without aura attacks individual without any warning signs or sensory disturbance. About seventy to ninety percent people experience migraine which attacks without any aura.
Other types of Migraine
Following are other different migraines which occur less frequently and are related to some specific triggers:
- Chronic migraine: This migraine can trigger attacks anytime on over 15 days of the month.
- Menstrual migraine: It has a specific pattern of occurrence related to the menstrual cycle in women.
- Hemiplegic migraine: This migraine attack can cause temporary weakness on one side of the body.
- Abdominal migraine: This migraine is connected with irregular functioning of the gut and abdomen. It is known to usually affect children below 14 years of age.
- Migraine with brainstem aura: It is a rare migraine form which triggers critical neurological symptoms, such as problem in speaking.
How can you treat migraine? What is best ayurvedic medicine to cure migraine?
Ayurveda, through its comprehensive and multi-modality approach is known from centuries to remove impurities and toxins and maintain balance between entire system of mind and body very efficiently. Sanjivani Ayurvedashram offers breadth of ayurvedic medications and treatments which work naturally, gently and are really effective and customised according to individual needs. It heals relevant elements inside the body and mind responsible for migraine attacks from roots and promotes harmonization amongst three doshas.
The active key ingredients in the medicine such as Ashwagandha, Brahmi Godanti Bhasm, Kamdudha Ras, Shirashuladi Vajra Ras, Praval Pishti, Shankh Bhasm, Mukta Shukti Bhasm etc fights against symptoms and triggers of migraine attack. These vital herbs help to cure various disorders related to brain and visualization such as throbbing and debilitating pain, numbness, temporary loss of visuals etc. It improves sensitivity towards triggers and relaxes mind from exhaustion, anxiety, depression and chronic stress. Having all natural ingredients this medicine is very safe and effective to get rid of migraine attacks naturally without any serious repercussions on your health.
What should I do once I have a migraine?
First of all it is suggested to practice preventive methods in order to treat migraine completely. Slight changes in lifestyle, diet modification, yoga, meditation, exercising regularly and managing stress can help a lot.
If you get to know migraine is going to attack you should immediately get your ayurvedic medicines (as prescribed) which shall abort its occurrence. If in case you get a migraine attack it is advised to stay in a quiet and dark room, massage your scalp or forehead and place a cold cloth over your forehead or behind neck and try to sleep. One should get into a safe place, should not drive or practice any dangerous act.