A headache of varying intensity, often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light and sound.

A headache of varying intensity, often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light and sound.

Migraine headaches can cause throbbing in one particular area that can vary in intensity. Nausea and sensitivity to light and sound are also common symptoms.

Preventive and pain-relieving medication can help manage migraine headaches.

Symptoms

Usually self-diagnosable

Migraine headaches can cause throbbing in one particular area that can vary in intensity. Nausea and sensitivity to light and sound are also common symptoms.

People may experience:

Pain areas: in the eyes, face, or neck

Pain types: can be dull

Headache: can be acute, frequent, or throbbing

Visual: sensitivity to light, distorted vision, or seeing flashes of light

Whole body: dizziness, light-headedness, or malaise

Sensory: aura or sensitivity to sound

Gastrointestinal: nausea or vomiting

Also common: irritability, nasal congestion, or scalp tenderness

Treatment

Treatment consists of pain medications

Preventive and pain-relieving medication can help manage migraine headaches.