Anyone who has been pregnant can attest that having headaches during their pregnancy is common, especially during their first trimesters, but what about migraine headaches? Can migraines occur during pregnancy as well? The answer is yes. Some women may find that during pregnancy they may experience more frequent migraine episodes, where some women who have had a history of migraines, may experience fewer migraines throughout their pregnancy. There are those women however who may have never had a migraine in their life, but once they became pregnant, started experiencing symptoms of migraine headaches. Studies show this may be caused by the hormones involved in pregnancy. Due to the all the hormone level changes that occur during pregnancy, women may find that their headaches become worse. In fact, when the hormones level out a bit after the first trimester, women may notice that their migraine headaches become a lot better.
What Causes A Migraine Headache During Pregnancy?
Migraines are caused by blood vessels in the head that constrict and then dilate, and when the vessels do dilate, they can then cause severe pain and other symptoms. During pregnancy, a women’s blood volume increases. This increase is known to contribute to migraines that can occur during a women’s pregnancy.
What Are Symptoms Of A Migraine Headache?
●Sensitivity to light
●Blurred vision
●Disturbances in vision
●Nausea or vomiting
What Are Some Migraine Treatments That Can Be Used During Pregnancy?
Medications during pregnancy are generally not safe to take, but if you find that you are having severe migraine pain you should talk with your physician and he or she may recommend that you see a neurologist. There are some suggestions for treatment of migraines during pregnancy and they include:
●Avoid caffeine
●Use a cold compress or ice pack
●Lie in a dark room with no noise
●Get a good night’s sleep
●Take a cold shower
●Massaging the temple or sinus area
While other medications may not be safe to take during pregnancy, most pregnant women can take acetaminophen to treat their occasional headache pain. It is always best to seek the advice of your physician and he or she may recommend some other medications that you may be able to take as well.
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