Potential Migraine Causes

Triggers

Migraines can be triggered by several factors, both inside and outside the body. These triggers vary by individual.

There are several factors that have been identified as a trigger of a migraine. The following are some possible triggers:

1. Emotional

• Stress

• Anxiety & Depression

• Tiredness

• Hormones

2. Physical

• Sudden vigorous exercise

• Teeth grinding

• Head injury

• Tense muscles

3. Dietary

• Consuming foods that contain chemicals / additives (Tyramine, Monosodium glutamate, Nitrates, Aspartame)

• Dehydration

• Not eating regularly or skipping meals

• Consuming too much caffeine

• Drugs

4. Environmental

• Light

• Sound / Noise

• Using a computer for long periods of time

Hormones

Migraine is linked with female hormones. This may be why more women than men have migraine.

Many women with migraine have their first migraine attack during their teens, often around the time that their periods start. Some women find that their migraine attacks are linked to their menstrual cycle, so they may have attacks around the start of their period.

When women go through the menopause, they may find it difficult to manage their migraine attacks as they are more unpredictable.

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