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Migraine

Also called Vascular Headache

Migraine is a common type of headache that comes in attacks of throbbing pain, often on one side of the head, with nausea and sensitivity to light and sound.

Treated in Neurology

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Symptoms

  • Throbbing headache, often on one side
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Sensitivity to light, sound or smells
  • Flashing lights or zigzag lines before the headache (aura) in some people

Triggers

  • Stress and lack of sleep
  • Skipping meals
  • Bright light, loud noise or strong smells
  • Hormone changes around periods
  • Some foods and drinks

When to see a doctor

See a doctor if headaches are frequent, getting worse or stop you from working. Get emergency care for a sudden, very severe headache, or a headache with fever, a stiff neck, confusion, weakness or after a head injury.

Treatment at Abhinav Hospital

Our neurologists confirm the type of headache, advise on avoiding triggers, and prescribe medicines to stop attacks and, when attacks are frequent, medicines to prevent them.

Doctors who treat migraine

Questions patients ask

Is migraine dangerous?

Migraine itself is not dangerous, but it can affect daily life. A sudden severe headache unlike your usual ones should be checked urgently.

Can migraine attacks be prevented?

Often yes: regular sleep and meals, avoiding known triggers and, when needed, daily preventive medicines can reduce attacks.

Which doctor treats migraine at Abhinav Hospital, Nagpur?

Migraine is treated in our Neurology department, by Dr. Anand Sonkuwar, Dr. Amrit Bansod, and Dr. Neeraj Baheti.

How do I book an appointment for migraine?

Call the hospital on +91 75571 60334, message us on WhatsApp, or leave your number in the form on this page and the front desk will call you back to fix a time with the right doctor.

This page explains migraine in general terms and does not replace an examination by a doctor. In an emergency, come straight to the hospital or call the emergency number. All conditions A to Z