1. Migraine

Question 1

Why Migraine?

Answer 1

Heredity
Hormonal activity
Onset of Menstration

Question 2

Migraine Trigger?

Answer 2

Missed, delay meals
Dehydration
Lack of sleep
Stress
Noise
Travelling

Question 3

Migraine symptoms with “Aura” Sensory disturbance?

Answer 3

Recurrent headache gives warning signs before an hour “starting migraine headache”
A warning like flashing lights, zigling lines, and feeling pins and needles in your hand/face.

Question 4

Migraine symptoms without Aura?

Answer 4

Severe headache in one side of head
Last 4 hours to 3 days
Nauseous, Vomiting
Dizziness
Irritated to lights and sounds

Question 5

Children’s symptoms for Migraine?

Answer 5

Nausea and Vomiting with diarrhea
Increased urination sweating and thirst.

Question 6

Self Care for Migraine patient?

Answer 6

Stay hydrated, drink plenty of fluid

Use a cold compress on your head and relax in a dark quiet room

Eat regularly, rest

Avoid smoking

Do regular Exercise

Relax, meditation, Yoga

Question 7

Treatment of Migraine?

Answer 7

Sumatriptan (PO) but avoid in pregnancy,kids under 6 yrs
Prochlorperazine for (nausea and vomiting) 2+ yrs
NSAIDS best for kids (after 30 Wks NO in pregnancy)
Paracetamol
Codeine

Prochlorperazine Buccal tablet BD. placed between gums to dissolve, Improvement would show in 60 mins

Question 8

Migraine Red Flags:

Answer 8

Experiencing first time after 50 years of age
Severe headache, fever, Blood pressure, Seizure, confusion
Pregnancy,

Question 9

Caution for Prochlorperazine?

Answer 9

Not suitable for below 2 years age

Prochlorperazine makes you dizzy, avoid driving, or running heavy vehicles.

Do not drink alcohol.