The question on every migraine sufferers mind is what causes my migraines? Migraine causes, treatments and cures are still being researched with no definitive answer as to what causes a migraine, which treatment is most effective and if there is a cure for migraine attacks. Though no definitive answer can be found for several migraines related questions, research and science have come a long way in aiding migraine sufferers with answers to some of their questions.
Causes
Studies, test and research that have been executed over the last decade have proven to be beneficial in giving us insight into migraine triggers or possible causes for a migraine flare up. Migraine triggers are believed to be direct influencers in the onset of a migraine headache. Triggers could be food related, physiological or environmental.
Triggers
- Alcohol
- Certain foods, such as aged cheeses, chocolate, nuts, peanut butter, some fruits (like avocado, banana, and citrus), foods with monosodium glutamate (MSG), onions, dairy products, meats containing nitrates (bacon, hot dogs, salami, cured meats) fermented or pickled foods
- Skipping meals
- Crying
- Fluctuations in hormones (for example, pregnancy, before and during your period, and menopause)
- Odors – perfume, smoke or body odor
- Bright lights – flashing, strobe
- Loud noises
- Stress – whether it be physical or emotional Sleeping Habits – interrupted sleep, not enough sleep or too much sleep (not sure that is possible when you are a parent)
- Caffeine
- Cigarette smoke
- Medications
- Heat
- High humidity
- High altitude
Weather
In this particular article, we want to briefly discuss the role weather can have on migraines. Chronic Migraine sufferers often note an increase in migraine activity during weather and climate changes. Weather related migraines re often noticed when the following changes occur:
- Overly Bright Sunny Days
- Hot and Cold weather changes ( Florida residents understand this drastic weather change)
- Dry Air
- High Humidity
- Wind
- Rainy Weather
- Barometric Changes
Changes in the weather such as the ones mentioned are thought to create a chemical reaction in the brain that sets the serotonin levels off balance bringing about a painful migraine headache. Research on the weather and its direct influence on migraines is still under research, therefore it is suggested that migraine sufferers keep a headache journal noting which weather changes bring on migraine headaches and symptoms.
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