FIVE WAYS TO REDUCE YOUR RISK OF MIGRAINES

Those of us who have ever suffered from migraine headaches need no convincing of the benefit of being able to avoid them. The throbbing pain and sensitivity to light and sound, associated with this condition can mean that we are unable to function as usual, and the best thing we can do is take to our beds. Here are five things that you can do to reduce the risk of developing migraines:

1. Try to establish cause of your migraines. Most migraines have a precipitant.
2. Keep a diary. See if there is a pattern.
3. See your GP to try preventive medication eg pizotifen, beta-blockers,
4. During acute attacks try triptans eg sumatriptan, zolmitriptan
5. If none of these medications work to reduce frequency or severity consider Botox injections. These have been licensed for migraine treatments