June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month

Migraines are a recurring type of headache that can cause moderate to severe pain that is throbbing or pulsing on one side of your head. Everyone experiences migraines differently ranging from a mild form where you can go about your day without difficulty, or a severe form where you are stuck in the bed with all the lights out. 

10 Common causes of migraines:

It’s important to know that for many years migraines were considered to be a vascular disorder that can appear as a symptom of serious vascular (blood flow) conditions; like having an aneurysms and other arteriovenous malformations (AVM).  Migraines can come with unique symptoms, like blurred vision, confusion, uncontrollable yawning, nausea, weakness and sensitivity to light and sound.

• Stress
• Anxiety
• Hormonal changes
• Not enough (or too much)sleep
• Caffeine (or caffeine withdrawal)
• Cigarette Smoking
• Medications
• Weather
• Certain lights, noises and smells
• Specific foods and drinks

• If you or anyone you support is experiencing these signs and symptoms, please contact your physician to discuss.
• More information can be found at: Migraine & Headache Awareness Month (#MHAM)