5 types of headaches and what they reveal

Migraines cause severe pulsating headaches, which affect one side of the head and persist between 4 hours and 72 hours. The symptoms of nausea and vomiting appear with light, sound and smell sensitivity which makes you need to stay in a dark room. The first symptoms of seizures appear as flashing lights, zigzag lines and numb arms which affect 25% of patients.

In migraine, hot flashes develop because of hormonal shifts, which occur when people eat foods like chocolate or cheese, and when their sleep patterns change, weather conditions shift and stress levels increase. Women experience elevated risk, because their estrogen levels change throughout their menstrual cycle. The treatment of migraine attacks involves either triptans or preventive medications which help prevent future episodes, while patients should note their triggers to improve their condition.