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How Can Frequent Migraine Headaches Be Treated?

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Posted on Fri, 15 Sep 2023
Question: My daughter is 15 and has had 3 migraine headaches this week. She usually has one or two a month. I am concerned.
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Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Needs to get started on migraine prophylaxis

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Migraine attacks are precipitated by stress, decreased sleep, skipping or delaying meals.

If the attacks are becoming frequent then prophylaxis medications may be required.

Beta-blockers, flunarizine, divalproex, topiramate, amitriptyline are the available options.

Visit a neurologist for prescription medications.

For pain relief, naproxen can be taken.

Hope I have answered your query.

Regards,
Dr. Neeraj Kumar, Neurologist
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How Can Frequent Migraine Headaches Be Treated?

Brief Answer: Needs to get started on migraine prophylaxis Detailed Answer: Hello, Migraine attacks are precipitated by stress, decreased sleep, skipping or delaying meals. If the attacks are becoming frequent then prophylaxis medications may be required. Beta-blockers, flunarizine, divalproex, topiramate, amitriptyline are the available options. Visit a neurologist for prescription medications. For pain relief, naproxen can be taken. Hope I have answered your query. Regards, Dr. Neeraj Kumar, Neurologist