Migraines

Many people get headaches and migraines confused, and it’s important to know the difference. Although a typical tension headache can certainly make you uncomfortable, the pain of a migraine can be almost unbearable and very debilitating. Knowing the difference can help you seek the right treatment.

Primary Headaches

There are two main types of headaches, primary and secondary. Tension headaches are primary headaches, and they are the most common type of head pain that people experience. Migraines are also considered primary headaches. Cluster headaches are primary headaches too, but they are not as common as migraines or tension headaches.

Migraine headaches are usually characterized by severe pain on one or both sides of the head, an upset stomach, and disturbed vision. It commonly starts with Sensitivity to light which is a standard symptom of the common migraine headache. The major difference between the two types, common and chronic migraines is the appearance of neurological symptoms and both start 10 to 30 minutes before known as a “migraine attack.” 

These symptoms are called an aura. The person may see flashing lights or zigzag lines, or may temporarily lose vision. Other classic symptoms include speech difficulty, weakness of an arm or leg, tingling of the face or hands, and confusion. The pain of a classic migraine headache may be described as intense, throbbing, or pounding and is felt in the forehead, temple, ear, jaw, or around the eye. Classic migraine starts on one side of the head but may eventually spread to the other side. 

Chronic Migraines can be very severe in fact they can hurt so bad that they can be crippling. And in many cases they are accompanied with a myriad of symptoms.  Chronic Migraine symptoms can last for 1-2 days up to 1 week and occur on a monthly basis. 

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Secondary Headaches

Secondary headaches are a bit more rare and are actually more serious than migraines and other primary headaches. They are typically caused by serious medical issues, such as brain tumors or aneurysms, inflammatory diseases and other serious problems. If you have secondary headaches, it is critical to see a physician; he or she will be able to diagnose the cause of your headaches and can address the issue that is causing them.