Treatment FAQ

what is the best treatment for chronic migraine/

by Dr. Orlo Tremblay Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Triptans
Triptans
Triptans are a family of tryptamine-based drugs used as abortive medication in the treatment of migraines and cluster headaches. This drug class was first introduced in the 1990s. While effective at treating individual headaches, they do not provide preventive treatment and are not considered a cure.
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. Prescription drugs such as sumatriptan (Imitrex, Tosymra) and rizatriptan (Maxalt, Maxalt-MLT) are used to treat migraine because they block pain pathways in the brain. Taken as pills, shots or nasal sprays, they can relieve many symptoms of migraine.
Jul 2, 2021

How can I permanently cure a migraine?

There's no cure for migraines yet. But medications can help prevent or stop them, or keep your symptoms from getting worse. You can also avoid things that trigger your migraines. Lifestyle changes like easing stress and having good sleep habits can help, too.

Is chronic migraine curable?

Some people who get migraines do see their symptoms go away over time. Doctors don't fully understand what causes migraines, so there's no step-by-step plan to make them stop. But it is possible to go into remission (stop having migraines).

Do migraines damage your brain?

Migraines cause serious pain. If you get them, you've probably wondered if they have a lasting effect on your brain. Research suggests that the answer is yes. Migraines can cause lesions, which are areas of damage to the brain.

Is there a surgery for migraines?

Also known as nerve decompression surgery or migraine surgery, it strategically reduces pressure on the nerves to relieve migraine symptoms of pain.

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