Liane

Migraines are usually predominantly on one side of the head, though not always. Sometimes you get an aura first, which is a flashing of lights, usually in one eye, or double vision. They can start quite suddenly, and often cause nausea. If you take advil(or whatever medication) as soon as you feel the headache you will get relief faster than if you wait till the headache is more severe. They can be caused by stress, or by bright lights, or some food like red wine, caffeine, and cheddar cheese. It is really helpful to keep a diary of your headaches, so that when you go to the doctor you can say exactly how often you get them and what you think sets them off. They do seem to run in families. I used to get migraines only once or twice a year, then more frequently till it was more than two or three times a week. Mine are probably hormonal, since I am entering menopause, but are controlled now with prescription medication. Read all you can and get lots of information on headaches, and you will be able to figure out what is happening to you.