If you think migraine aura is just seeing odd stuff… think again

Migraine aura is the complex of neurological or neuropsychological symptoms. It is the second stage of a migraine attack. However, not all migraine sufferers experience aura. But for those whom do it can be a very frightening experience and at times even worse than the headache stage.  But most people think aura is just the flashy … More If you think migraine aura is just seeing odd stuff… think again

So what is the cause of a Migraine?..Why do they happen to me?

Even amongst the medical professionals the exact cause of a Migraine attack is not fully understood; but last year researchers located genetic regions which are linked to the onset of a migraine attack. So the current thinking is that Migraine is a neurological disorder.  Contrary to myths that surround migraines, they are not caused by … More So what is the cause of a Migraine?..Why do they happen to me?

Back to Basics – What is Migraine??

 Back to basics………….About Migraine Firstly Migraine is NOT just a bad headache…..  It is a debilitating neurological disease….. this is something many people do not realise…. The symptoms of a Migraine attack can include a severe throbbing pain on one side of the head – although in 1/3 of attacks, both sides are affected and you can … More Back to Basics – What is Migraine??

What is Migraine…?

Firstly Migraine is NOT just a bad headache…and anyone whom has had the unfortunate experience of one will tell you so….. that is 1 in 7 in the UK …..Migraine ranks in the top 20 of the world’s most disabling medical illnesses… So for you lucky ones whom have not had the Migraine Fairy bash you over … More What is Migraine…?