Primary Causes Of Migraines

The actual cause of a migraine isn’t completely known, however, there are numerous triggers that can set off any lasting pain. First off, there’s an abnormality of blood flow in the brain, which is actively affecting the chemical and nerve impulses causing the activity of the brain to set off these triggers. Below are signs of what to look for prior to the onset of a migraine or severe headache:

• Emotional triggers – If you’re stressed out and unable to cope with a situation, this can set off the abnormal brainwave activity.
• Hormonal changes – Especially prevalent in women during their menstruation cycles, when the hormones are at their changing peak.
• Medications – Certain sleeping pills, hormonal medications combined with oral contraceptives have been closely linked to migraines.
• Dietary – Foods such as chocolate, citrus, and cheese have all perpetuated headache triggers. Also, if your mealtime is not regular and you suffer from dehydration, these can add to the pain as well.
• Physical activities – Your posture, poor sleeping habits, exercise overexertion, and chronic neck or shoulder tension will contribute to irregular brain activity and cause a migraine.