A REVIEW OF MIGRAINE: FROM MECHANISMS TO MANAGEMENT STRATIGIES

Ms. Madhu Devi, Ms. Komal Pathania* and Dr. Bhartendu Sharma

ABSTRACT

A pulsing headache that is limited to one side and occurs in episodes lasting four to forty-eight hours is the hallmark of migraine, an enigmatic and frequently misunderstood ailment. It might be hard for friends, family, and co-workers to comprehend how someone with a migraine can be OK one minute and then have a painful headache the next. It is a complicated neurological disorder that can affect the entire body and cause a variety of symptoms, sometimes even without a headache. There are two typical forms of migraines: common migraine, which does not have an aura, and classical migraine, which has an aura or warning. There are two types of pharmacological treatment for migraines: acute and preventative. Prophylactic treatment is necessary for frequent, severe, and protracted migraine attacks. We talked discussed novel therapeutic possibilities as a result of our increased understanding of the pathophysiology of migraines. Symptoms of migraine include a severe headache, constant, throbbing pain, difficulty doing daily tasks, etc. Primary care physicians are consulted by most migraineurs who seek medical assistance. As a result, generalists should be knowledgeable in migraine diagnosis, prevention, and therapy. Nonetheless, there are numerous strategies to manage the illness and decrease its effects, which will ultimately lessen the interruption to daily life.

Keywords: Migraine, pulsating headache, classical migraine, Preventive therapy, Aura, Migraine Triggers, Patient.