What is Migraine?
* Migraine is a common cause of headache, affecting around 1 in 5 Australians * But it’s more than just a headache- there are particular criteria needed to make the diagnosis, so it’s important to see a doctor to be certain * Common symptoms include a recurring severe throbbing headache that lasts between 4 and 72…
What causes Migraine?
* The cause is not entirely clear. * However, a common theory is that blood vessels in parts of the brain become narrower (go into spasm) which causes the aura. * The blood vessels are then thought to open wide (dilate) soon afterwards, which accounts for the headache. * There may also be a genetic factor involve…
