Menstrual Migraine and Period Headaches Affecting Your Life? | What Is the Cause & What Can You Do?

Menstrual Migraine, also referred to as Hormonal Migraine, is one of the most common and debilitating headaches affecting women. It has been reported that 60% of women indicate that they are more likely to experience their migraine with their menstrual period. 14% of female migraineurs will exclusively experience their migraines with their period. brisbanemigraine.com.au/menst...

[@ommimilner1869]

I thought this was just me. I really feel women need at least 3-5 days a month off due to our periods.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Sometimes it can be comforting to know that you are not alone. Hopefully you have a treatment that helps you.

[@romeobertulfo157]

@@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863 it is not badwhen my period coming attacking migraine...im taking a medicine like a paracetamol... Thank you...

[@thearough]

We need legislation. My job will take you out of service for a bleeding ulcer or a bleeding limb but not a bleeding womb.this world aint a fit place for women or children.

[@Ehlaar]

Women shouldn’t work

[@Mal17281]

Me too I thought I’m the only one

[@PocaRita]

This is MY life!! I have to completely isolate myself. For days at a time sometimes. I've had to quit jobs and miss work for these attacks. Its depressing trying to explain to family, friends and significant others because they don't understand. The nausea, dizziness, vomiting are the light side effects compared to the throbbing pain of the migraine. It's quite depressing and oral OTC medicines are of no help. Smh

[@Masqueesha]

I completely relate! I’m coming out of a migraine fog at the moment and feeling so sad and depleted. The only thing that keeps me going is knowing it will pass. I totally understand you, no explanation needed. 💚

[@PocaRita]

@@Masqueesha OMG!! It's so good to hear another woman who can relate! If you're just coming out of a spell I already know how you're feeling. It's definitely a depletion of Everything when it happens. Hope you have a speedy recharge. 🙌🏾

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Rita and Melissa. You are not alone! Unfortunately many women experience similar symptoms. It can be a very debilitating condition. I recommend that you have your neck and brainstem assessed to see if there is any fault there, as this is usually a treatable condition. Unfortunately, as you pointed out, Rita, over the counter medications often don't help, and a lot of prescription medications are not a lot better.

[@PocaRita]

@@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863 thank you! I will. Thanks for this video!

[@Ninanina20233]

same here !! 😪😪its like u talking about me !😪

[@stacey-annpowell4537]

What you are saying is helpful as my headache is on the left side of my face in the socket of my eye down to my neck and the pain in the socket of my eye is so excruciating and light sensitive. Thank you for this insight

[@MyLife-ze5sg]

Very informative. I get migraines every single month a few days before my period starts and they last 3 to 4 days. Very debilitating. A severe pain behind my right eye. ALWAY THE SAME PLACE, RIGHT EYE. I want to rip my eye out to release the pressure. Thought it was due to drop in hormones, didn't know it could be the 3 brain vertebra!

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

I'm glad you found the video useful. Hopefully you've found someone that can help you by assessing those top 3 vertebrae.

[@juanitacollazo4964]

I also, get severe migraines right before my period. It is so debilitating. I can't function I feel so weak and I can't sleep the pain is so bad. I now am limited and now I can't really take ibuprofen because it raises my blood pressure. I'm to the point where I don't know what to do or take to for the pain. Every month i get pain on the same side of my head it takes my eye and nose it hurts so bad. I place ice packs on my head to try and aleviate the throbbing pain. It is so frustrating. This has affected my life

[@lifeisnow3944]

Same here. But every month, the dang migraine runs to both sides for me. It's been same since 2010 to this day. It's a killer pain like I must not exist. Other than this, I have dying regular migraines and sinus headaches every single day. I am never without pain. I am using magnesium citrate, riboflavin, with a mild painkiller multiple times during my periods. I am 47.

[@lifeisnow3944]

​@MascaratoMidnightfor me it runs to and from every other time.

[@CreamyBeige]

I know Im late to the party but I just wanted to say thank you so much for this information. I have never had a menstrual migraine before but I had an awful pinch in the back of my neck and was in a lot of pain for days before the migraine happened. So the information given in this video made so much sense. I genuinely am so grateful to read all the comments too, as I thought there was something seriously wrong with me and it was terrifying. I wish you all relief soon from this awful condition.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Let's hope that it's a once off (that does happen sometimes)! We're really glad to hear that the video has helped you with some peace of mind. Sometimes knowing that you're not alone can make a huge difference.

[@liliyaspencer6220]

After hitting 30, started to experience bad migraines before periods, but now its after periods as well!!!! And its getting worse..my GP asked me to check my neck, I did X ray but it's all ok, I dont know if its hormones but I have a feeling it's due to amnesia, not enough blood, if you feeling very thirsty during migraines especially when you used to have heavy flow but now it's not.

[@SRBOMBONICA86]

My brothers wife suffers this severely ,even during ovulation sometimes .I get regular tension headache at the end of a period ,but it can't compare with migraines ,I sympathize with you all

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

It's an extremely debilitating condition, we see patients like your brother's wife daily. However it can be cured, as well as your tension headache!

[@dzastinjamie1266]

When I talk about this to my mom, she says this is what happen when you don't married yet 😰

[@RichKathsLife]

Thank you for this video. Your so good I love how you talk. This is very informative.

[@DiDi_1700]

Thank you so much! This actually sounds like something that could really help explain my headaches! 🙏🏽

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi mira, you're most welcome! Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions in the future.

[@dulanjali_r2207]

So helpful. Thank you. 😊

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

You're most welcome!

[@cammiealkire4476]

Thank you so much for this! I thought I was alone in this struggle. This makes perfect sense.

[@marleymiss8751]

This is the worst of periods! Not the bleeding or cramps, This! Recently had this happen and I'm only 20. Started off with severe dizziness, eye problems happened, severe moods swings that messed with my depression, really bad migraine that switched sides (first time ever having a migraine), heat Intolerance/hot flashes, sensitivity to light and red eyes. Scared me to death! Google popped up numerous things that scared me more! Countless trips to docters and hospitals for 2 weeks straight! Finally once the pain ended and everything went back to normal now again it's the same thing and it's only been about 3 weeks since the last attack. We just never catch a break!

[@fortheloveofmoon]

Marley you could you be Perimenopausal? I started experiencing migraines headaches when I started Perimenopause.

[@marleymiss8751]

@@fortheloveofmoon What age were you if you don't mind me asking? I would assume the stress I'm going through (taking care of my sick mother who had surgery and my grandma who's on her last stage of dementia) would be the cause. I haven't missed any periods and they're on time, I guess it's just low estrogen because the headaches do go away during the period it's just before. Heat intolerance could also be a thyroid problem, (been scared of having graves disease since it's very common in 20yr olds). Plus it's very hot here outside so yeah. If it does it next month I'll go to the doctor. Thankfully the headache and all is gone, just dealing with eye problems (blurry and floaters) but I am slightly nearsighted so it could be the problem.

[@carlamitchell7733]

Wow, this is the most thorough, explanatory video I've ever seen on this subject. Literally described everything I've been experiencing. Thank you so much!

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Carla, thank you so much for your kind comment. You are most welcome!

[@carlamitchell7733]

How do we get more info about practitioners in the US? I live in AZ

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

@@carlamitchell7733 You can try googling "Watson Headache Practitioner in the US" this may come up with some clinicians who can help you. I hope this helps!

[@LisaMarie-rh5yn]

Fascinating concept, except I can't believe in 11 minutes this physician could not make ONE recommendation as to what one might do to start improving, self-treating, or healing those vertebrae. In the section titled "What You Can Do" he simply said, SEE a DOCTOR! TF! As a medical writer this is beyond frustrating.

[@harmadewijs9961]

That explaines why my breathing is not automaticly during my migraine! No one could ever believe me or tell me why I experience that. The brainstem controles the breating.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Absolutely. The brainstem is part of just about every process in your body, to some extent. Migraines can cause all sorts of unusual symptoms, and some are not well documented. Therefore many patients get told by medical practitioners that they are simply imagining their symptoms, when the sufferer themselves know it to be there.

[@TemiLagos]

Mine come just before my period. Once the blood flow the pain disappears. I thinks this treatment is worth the try…

[@miny2751]

This is such an informative video! I've been a sufferer for many years and seen many docs in the past regarding my menstrual migraines in which I was just given painkillers to alleviate the pain and none could explain the possible causes. I do develop very bad migraines along with other symptoms that you have mentioned and it just felt terrible. I literally have to try to sleep it off most of the days. And apparently I also suffered from a poor neck. Glad that I've come across your video!

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Miny, thank you for your comment! I'm so happy to hear that this video has been helpful for you. Menstrual migraines can be quite debilitating- I'm sorry to hear you've had to suffer from them for many years. I hope you are able to find some relief from your symptoms!

[@marekaholt5445]

This is truly educational and informative, never knew that this can happen. Never suffered from this myself, but I really feel for those who have 😔

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Thank you for your comment, Mareka. It's great to hear that you haven't suffered from them yourself. If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

[@user-sg8xu3di7g]

Thank you, I have been looking for this kind of information ever since, I'm suffering from menstrual migraine, it affects my work every time I'm having my menstruation.

[@buffymckinnon6083]

The brainstem makes sense as I have pure menstrual migraine and it's way worse when I sleep or if I lie down, movement actually improves it. Thank you, u have somewhere to start!

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

@buffymckinnon6083 You're most welcome! It's great to hear that this information has been able to help you! I hope you've been able to find some relief for your symptoms!

[@shrishtiyadav1536]

Thankyou for this video! This is so helpful! I have a question for you- over the years I noticed that my neck has become so sensitive to even physical posture and exercise that a tug triggers a migraine or a knot in the shoulder also triggers a migraine. I usually get migraines at teh beginning of the period and at times 3 -5 days before now but in the beginning when I had no idea what was going on, and my stress levels were very high i used to get them all the time. So questions is - is it possible to have the brainstem become eventually sensitive to the physical musles too? and is it reversible?

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

The short answer to both of those questions is yes. Hormones act as triggers when people experience a menstrual migraine. Stress is also a common releaser of hormones, so the same can happen. With regards to muscles, they become tight and start pulling on the vertebrae in a way that could also be a trigger for you. Those muscles can be treated through exercise and massage to relax them. This should hopefully help a bit. For the hormones, obviously we can't stop hormonal changes, so that is where treating that sensitised brainstem is so important.

[@juliana...3425]

@Brisbane Clinic, do you mind sharing the article that points the brainstem sensitivity as the cause of the menstrual migraine? I started having these symptoms during the pandemic and they drive me crazy. I described them exactly like you said to my doctor. Having an article validating what I said would help him help me! Thank you.

[@richapugalia]

Very helpful video. Thanks for sharing. Are there any natural ways to atleast manage better, if not cure, menstrual related migraine and nausea?

[@katiemoore248]

Very informative! I only started getting migraines in my 30s when my life became more sedentary. I only get them on the day I start my period, in the hours before, and they typically last through the first day. It's literally how I know I'm going to get my period-a migraine, breast tenderness, and cramping-so I try to get ahead of it and go into a dark, cool, and quiet room until it passes. But the thesis about the neck makes sense in my life. I've only started getting them when my life became more sedentary.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Katie, you're most welcome- I'm glad you found this information helpful! Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

[@SEOsister]

Same here. My menstrual headaches stopped entirely when I started daily vigorous exercise. After a couple of years, I drifted away from my cardio routine and eventually stopped running; after several months my headaches returned. . Well, at least I know what I have to do to prevent it. Not an easy commitment though.

[@msa2758]

Thank you for this. I have this always the day before my period starts. It’s only been happening for the last 4 months now. So horrible 😔

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Ms A, you're most welcome. I hope you found this information useful. I'm so sorry to hear you've been experiencing this, it can be quite debilitating! I hope you've since been able to find some relief for your symptoms!

[@guriyarajput1319]

Yes same here 3 month started so much worse 4 to 5 day before periods

[@leciabella9461]

Good info ... wish tho I’d hear what (procedure or what does that process )looks like with the neck treatment .... and also is this a chiropractic treatment 🤔

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Lecia, Thanks for your question. No, this isn't the same as chiropractic treatment. It is more like what a physiotherapist would perform, but is a little more specialised. Physiotherapists can become trained in treating the brainstem, though, so it may be worth getting in touch with some in your area to find out whether they have done that training.

[@noricoleman8988]

This makes sense because I always have severe pain in my throat/ neck area before and during the migraine.

[@xmenotux]

What is a "Headache Consultant"? My wife went to a neurologist and he didnt seem to acknowledge "menstrual migraines" as its own thing & merely tried prescribing Triptans, Emgality, etc to no avail.

[@effiltermpofu8506]

You are the best ❤️👌❤️ all ladies lets gather here 💃💃💃💃

[@royyaangus2292]

Do you have a video on the treatment? Thanks

[@allylothman9334]

This is wild. I notice I would get migraines often after going to the pool. Specifically when I would wear a bikini top that looped tightly around the back of my neck (halter top style). After watching this video I wonder if that style top was irritating my brain stem?? Resulting in migraine

[@Misslayer99]

I don't usually get like this for my but It does happen occasionally and it's particularly bad for this period. Is that normal? Or is it supposed to be something that you experience every month? I'm having all these symptoms and it's just awful. Ibuprofen does nothing and even when I fall asleep I still have the headache when I wake up.

[@andalee17]

Thank you. It was very informative. The first time I hear another cause then "hormone variation" for menstrual migraine. My gynecologist's treatment options were: contraceptives or make a baby. "It might go away" :|

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Andreea, You're very welcome. The information that your gynaecologist gave you doesn't sound like helpful advice at all! Believe it or not, you're not the first person I've heard say this. "Just stay pregnant" is common advice. Obviously, not only is this not possible, it's also not necessarily effective. There are many women that suffer from worse migraines during pregnancy.

[@kaiawang9593]

Having a terrible migraine on my 1st day... Agree with the explanation of this video. I was hoping to learn some self-help pain relief tips.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

If you check our channel, you can find a video on "cervical retractions". This might be worth a try for you, as it can sometimes give you some relief if done well. Hopefully that helps!

[@fortheloveofmoon]

I have auras. Starts in one eye I become sensitive to bright light. Blurry spots within my vision or at times zig zag. Then it moves to the other eye. And I have to allow it to dissipate (30 minutes usually). Moderate headache pain. Does this sound like it’s menstrual migraine related? Happens before, during, and at times after. If I take an over the counter it helps with the pain, but I’ll have sensitivity afterwards.

[@aregli]

How do I find a doctor in my area that specializes in this ?

[@EvenstarSaima]

So I've tracked my migraines/headaches and they tend to happen during my hormone level fluctuations. So for example, I get one before my period and and a terrible debilitating migraine around the 3rd day of my period. Then I get one a week later when my hormones are going up during ovulation. Then it kinda goes quiet till just before my period.

[@dreebiie123]

Exactly me! Have you found anything to help any?

[@argiemanlincon8044]

before I have no problems w/ my period but now before my menstruation my left back down to my foot too much aching i got migrane too

[@carolineomalley6028]

I got these headache for five days just horrible noting works I actually fainted at work because my headache was so bad being having them for years

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Caroline, they can be really difficult to deal with, and often employers don't show the empathy that we would like them to. Hopefully yours understands your suffering and gives you the time to recover when they come on.

[@violetwaceke1243]

Well explained, am currently experiencing exactly what you've explained. Thanks

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Violet, you're most welcome! I'm glad this information was useful. Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions in the future!

[@kaylaleave]

LADIES! I came home from work and I had the worst headache I hopped on the shower and I put my head on the shower head with hot water and I feel soo much better

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Kayla, I'm glad to hear you're feeling better!

[@StickAndPotato]

I felt bad for my husband, everytime I have my period I can't do anything. 😩 The past years I have a severe dysmenorrhea, but last 3 months I started taking a prenatal vitamins and my period skip for a month, then to my surprise I don't have a dysmenorrhea after taking the vitamins but my period flow is very light like a dark brown only and not a typical heavy blood flow, after that I have a headache, body fatigue, and I am so sensitive to smell. 😢 We will also undergo a fertility session next year.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

I'm so sorry to hear you've had to experience that. I hope you recover from this soon!

[@noricoleman8988]

I've had this for years now my daughter is suffering.

[@elizabeth7520]

I never had them before and get them really badly now. Fatigue, light sensitivity and nausea is awful.

[@artbykarthikag3779]

This is so true...i hv menstrual migraine which starts with my brain stem 🙏

[@cassandragardner6566]

Thank you gor the video. I'm currently suffering in bed from one. A few months ago I went to the emergency room because it was so intense part of my face went numb. They ruled out a stroke and said it was a rare migraine side effect.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Cassandra, you're most welcome! I'm so sorry to hear you've experienced that. I hope you've recovered well since then. Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

[@abbicrunch2000]

so far this month, I have had a headache every single day for 2 weeks, and I can't wait for my period to start so it will go away

[@campbellhouse6569]

I get them every cycle since I turned 40

[@heyodaddio4961]

I've been dealing with debilitating migraines every time I get my cycle. They can last nearly the whole cycle, and get so bad that I'm unable to eat for the whole week.

[@neta8055]

Mine use to start one the day of my cycle, now it’s around the 3rd day of my cycles and continue at least 2 weeks. This has been going on a year. I am so depressed because it’s affecting my whole life .

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Neta, I'm so sorry that you've been experiencing this and that it's affected your life in this way. You may benefit from seeing a headache clinician to help manage your symptoms. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

[@marissagoda9266]

I am suffering like this since high School .The people's around me in the house and at school never understood what I had been through.Sometime they understood only just headache.. The way they talked it was sarcastic .

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Marissa, I'm sorry to hear you have been suffering for so long! It's so unfortunate that others did not understand what you were going through. This is unfortunately something our patients also describe. You're not alone!

[@shannonbrown560]

yes we do need time off. I feel like I get very angry and I have a very bad headache now on it. i don't know if it's a migraine but yeah we need time off.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Shannon, I couldn't agree more! Menstrual Migraines can be very debilitating! I hope your symptoms have been easing- please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

[@sindhyabalakrishnan4897]

yes I also having the issue , right-side eye to head n half of the face is painful before start of the day .vomit sensation and ful body getting heated like fever after started of periods am become normal .. its really hard 😪...

[@nizie3187]

I had history with migraines, but I never had menstrual migraine until the last 2-3 cycles. It's hurting me. Not as much as my "usual" migraines (occurs once in 4-5 months), but I really don't need additional migraines.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Nizie, I'm sorry to hear you've started getting menstrual migraines- they can, indeed, be very debilitating!

[@annvd71]

when i was 49, ive got a coil fitted for heavy menstruation and severe migraines with nauseaand pain from the back scull and neck. After 3-4 months i got much more less pains and menstruation. Now one year later, i had a severe migraine with nausea again, although with no menstruation, coming out of nowhere although it was away for months. im taking Zolmatriptans, as a back up. Can you please explain, if im still peri menopausal or In menopause? And what to do about it? thank you.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Ann, I'm sorry to hear you've been experiencing this. You may have to discuss the correlation to menopause with your GP as they'd be able to do more thorough assessments for this. In terms of the sudden onset of migraines and nausea again- I'd also recommend discussing this with your GP to see if there is are any underlying conditions that caused this. If there are no other causes, it may be because of an issue in the neck and brainstem that has caused the migraines to come on again- for this, you would benefit from seeing a headache clinician. I hope this helps! Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

[@hecelolita1542]

This must have been why every time I have headaches, I cannot sleep because of painful nape. The pain from my eye area extends to my neck. Any position when I sleep hurts!

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

These conditions can be absolutely debilitating when they start to flare up. It sounds like it's been really tough.

[@selenamejia3323]

My migraine sucks it’s my first day .. my headache been throbbing been nauseous throwing up dizzy and bed bound today in a dark cold room nothing helps today 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

[@memyselfandjayne2715]

Hello AHMC, what is this assessment called? What is title of the specialist I should seek?

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Jayne, the type of specialist you can seek is a Watsons Headache Practitioner. The type of assessment and treatment method used is called the Watsons method, where the neck and brainstem are assessed to see if that's what's causing your headaches or migraines.

[@bpsvt_blinkcarat]

Can i ask? What type of menstrual migraine i have if before 2 to 3 days before my period, i experiencing a symptoms (menstrualmigraine) then after that the moment my period start i experiencing it again for almost 3 days(the whole day)? Is it really normal? (I'm sorry for my English grammar)

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi x 블링크트레저, thanks for your question. That is quite normal for menstrual migraines. Normally people will get symptoms of a menstrual migraine the first 1-2 days before the first day of their period or 1-2 days starting from the day of the first period. And then this can continue last from a few hours up to a few days depending on the individual. If you only get migraines during your menstrual cycle, you're more likely to have pure menstrual migraine. However, if you get migraines around other times of the year (unrelated to your menstrual cycle) you're more likely to have menstrual-related migraines

[@sairaahhh3825]

It occurs once in every month during or after my periods. It will last many hours and I feel sick and nausea. During that time, light or sound makes it worse. Also even though it lasts many hours when I vomit it goes away eventually. After a hot bath it's all over. But I'm not sure whether it is migraine or not🤷‍♀️

[@thorasaylor5075]

It could possibly be. When I get my migraines (always with my period - before or during), I get an aura (my warning symptom), and then the migraine. I become sensitive to light and sound, and typically also get nauseous, resulting in vomiting. It usually lasts 4-6 hours, counting the time that I rest/sleep. Sometimes 8. The day afterwards my head will not hurt, but sudden head movements to the right or left make the back of my head hurt. Same goes if I jump, run, or bend down. By the third day, (typically) I am fully recovered. Hope this helps!

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Serah, thanks very much for your comment. That does indeed sound migrainous in nature. Your best option is to discuss these symptoms with your GP to rule out the presence of any other underlying conditions. If your GP does confirm that what you experience are indeed, migraines, then you may greatly benefit from seeing a headache clinician! I hope this helps, please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions!

[@babyboy9255]

Thanks for identifying cause. Could you also pls tell how to desensitize the brainstem? And why it became sensitive in 30s

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

@babyboy9255 Thank you for your question! The brainstem is desensitized with gentle hands-on treatment. This can be done by a Watson-trained headache clinician. First they will have to assess the first three vertebrae of your neck to determine which segments could be causing increased sensitivity of the brainstem. From here they can then create an appropriate treatment plan. In terms of what could cause the sensitivity, it can occur as a result of changes in your lifestyle (e.g. posture, work duties), injuries to the head or neck (e.g. whiplash, concussions) or if you had any illnesses around your 30's. Is there anything like this that may have changed or occurred in your 30's?

[@babyboy9255]

@@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863 not really. But I became mother. But headaches occurring from before that like start of 30s. Mostly 20s and 30s sedantary lifestyle.

[@w1975b]

I only watched it once, but it sounded like he said vertebrae in the neck being misaligned. If that's a cause, then chiropractic adjustments may be helpful. Many people get relief from headaches through chiropractic adjustments. I personally don't like the method of adjustment involving swift turning, so I ask for the activator to be used. It's a little spring-loaded device. My mother didn't like it, she said it made her feel nauseated. But each person is different.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Wen, thanks for your comment. The vertebrae in the neck actually don't misalign. Chiropractic treatment can indeed help temporarily relieve the symptoms of a headache or migraine. To properly address the primary cause of the migraines, a headache & migraine clinician is the best option, as they can do a thorough assessment of the neck and brainstem. I hope this helps! Please feel free to ask any questions.

[@thorasaylor5075]

If I get these migraines, and am on a birth control pill (which majorly helps preventing them) should I still get my neck checked out?

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Thora, thank you for your question. It is normally recommended to get your neck and brainstem assessed so that, in the future, if you decide to cease taking the birth control pill, your migraines have less chance of coming back. I hope this helps! Please feel free to get in touch if you have more questions!

[@ConfusedAlligator-sn5nt]

Can change of climate cause this

[@shandahughes9537]

How do I find someone in my area that can help me with this, I suffer with menstrual migraines/headaches. I'm so tired! I live in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Could you recommend anyone in my area, PLEASE!??

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Shanda, you could try Shawn Emerson at Peak Sports and Spine Rehabilitation. He is in St Louis. I'm not personally familiar with Shawn, but he has done some training in this area.

[@enjoy5868]

Days before 😭😭😭 why do you know this your not a girl ..but still thankful for you cause i feel like im not alone

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

You're very welcome! I'm so sorry to hear you've been experiencing this! We know this by staying up to date on the latest research about all types of headaches and migraines so that we can help as many people as possible. You're absolutely not along- many of our patients also experience these symptoms. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions!

[@judithfashion]

I think its better if you write down on the screen all the words that your reading than reading while behind the camera

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Mike & Judith, thanks very much for your feedback! We'll take this onboard for our next video!

[@oliviasayshi7517]

So what would be the treatment if the brainstem was the issue? Medication, exercises, or something else? I live in the US so healthcare is EXPENSIVE.

[@anbonner17]

I think he said brainstem/neck therapy from a trained Physiotherapist.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Great question. The treatment mainly involves something referred to as manual therapy. There are exercises that can help this process along as well. If you check out the "cervical retractions" video on our channel, you can use this to get started.

[@Azilove744]

This is my life every month almost 4 yrs now . You explain just right the neck pain before my period 4-5 days . It ruined my life. Do do I have to ask my Dr to refer me headache Speciaalist? Please help !!!!

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Usually you won't need a referral for this type of treatment. But it is a good idea for you to have your spine assessed to see if there is something that can be done to help!

[@ag7748]

What is the treatment if it is your vertebrae and brainstem? Chiropractic Care? Massage? You didn't say.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi @ag7748, thank you for your question. My apologies for not specifying this. The recommended treatment is gentle hands-on treatment by a Watson-trained headache clinician. You may be able to find one near you by googling 'Watson headache clinician near me'. I hope this helps! Please feel free to get in touch if you'd like more information or clarification

[@Modernmeemsshop]

I have this every month it's debilitating .

[@jessicapalomino9412]

I’ve had menstrual migraines, day and night , non stop nothing seems to help, really affecting my family life, because I can not function.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Jessica, I'm so sorry to hear this. Menstrual migraines can be very debilitating and it's awful to hear that this has begun impacting your family life. It may be worth looking for a Watson-trained headache clinician near you. They may be able to help assess and treat your migraines. Have you every received any physiotherapy treatment on your neck for your menstrual migraines?

[@Ehlaar]

Ever since I’ve gotten my tubes removed my period is heavier and I get migraines before during and after my period which is sparatic but I am breastfeeding also so idk

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi LR, I'm sorry to hear that this has happened and that you have been suffering from migraines! I suggest discussing these changes with your doctor, though you may have already done this. If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.

[@phillyjawn2679]

I've been taking sumatriptan (may have spelled it wrong) and fioricet for over 12 yrs and it does not help. What else can I take. I want to cut my head off.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Tamyra, I'm so sorry to hear that. Many of our patients also have reported that similar medications don't help or stopped working over time. Your GP may be able to recommend other medications if you'd like. Alternatively, you could also see a headache clinician for more long-term relief from your symptoms.

[@instalookinteriors3797]

Thank you thank you. I am so over this pain

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

You're most welcome! Hopefully you can find something that can help you with your pain.

[@instalookinteriors3797]

@@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863 I don't believe there is a clinic in Ballarat after a quick google. Might have to travel to Melbourne.

[@mylynmendez5691]

I was suffering like this now ...headache during the period not bfor or after....it's so pain 😭

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

I'm sorry to hear you've been experiencing this Mylyn! I hope you've since been able to find some relief for your symptoms!

[@randomrandom5316]

I may never had experienced menstrual cramps in my whole life but someone's been whacking a hammer in my head during my periods.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

I'm so sorry to hear you've been experiencing this! Menstrual migraines can be very debilitating.

[@janetcmunluo796]

I get paralysed with the pain

[@anushamaharjan1352]

This is the 1st time i got headache during period

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

And hopefully the last!

[@dianewhyte805]

Do we have any remedies for menstrual migraines I suffer a lot with menstrual migraines

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Diane, thanks very much for your comment. There are likely some short term remedies that your GP or Pharmacist may be able to give you more information about. However, the best long term solution for menstrual migraines often is to have the first three vertebrae of your neck assessed and treated.

[@soniachisti3927]

Hi sir , I'm also suffering from this situation n it's very hard to handle... headache comes along with nausea dizzyness n sometimes vomiting.. it happens 1 or 2 days before and during menstruation...plz suggest me something , how can I cure it....

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Sonia. The best advice I can give you is to have your neck and brainstem assessed. Hopefully they can find the fault that is causing these for you. This sort of condition is most often treatable by treating those faults in the neck.

[@maryjanedamucomvlog7077]

This isy experience right now that's why I search this topic I just wanted to know if this case is dangerous or not or what are going to do . In this topic 2types of menstrual migraine . I experience pure menstrual migraine .like what u said sir before or after the period I really suffer this kind of menstrual migraine 😭

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Mary, I'm sorry to hear you've been experiencing this! If you're concerned, I recommend discussing this with your GP to clear for any underlying conditions. Pure menstrual migraines or menstrual-related migraines are not dangerous, however they can be extremely debilitating. But, they can be managed well by seeing a headache clinician!

[@parvati.1]

I am trying homeopathy medicine. It's helping a lot.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Gargi, I'm glad to hear your symptoms have been improving!

[@yannismoro7829]

I used to have migraines the day before my period and the first day then it s over.. Now i have migraines during all my period and a Horrible neck pain....

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Yannis, I'm sorry to hear you've been experiencing this! This is something we have found can happen as migraines continue to persist- they can start becoming worse. I hope you're able to find relief from your migraines! Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

[@johnnathestylist]

My pain starts 1/2 days before and affects my neck ear eyes and top side of my head. I thought I was having an aneurism every month I hate it. I’m so tired of suffering

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Johnna, I'm so sorry to hear you've been experiencing this- that sounds like it would be very painful!

[@johnnathestylist]

@@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863 I am still trying to find a solution for this. I’ve been to doctors nothing helps

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

@@johnnathestylist I'm so sorry to hear that! If you doctor has cleared you for other conditions, you may benefit from seeing a Watson's Headache Practitioner.

[@maggiewhiteside4463]

Once I quit caffeine, my headaches became much more tolerable. Now, I have given up alcohol too and they are almost gone.

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

That's fantastic that you've found relief from giving up those two things. It always amazes me how often caffeine and alcohol can have an effect on migraines, and it's not always a bad effect. Many people find that caffeine in particular can help to ease their migraine.

[@MsMomof3boyz]

@@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863 yes, caffeine helps! I’m lucky that I have Pure menstrual migraines. I’m going to a massage therapist tomorrow that says he can help this problem . I hope it’s true because these migraines are torture!

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

@@MsMomof3boyz You're absolutely right, migraines can be very difficult to deal with. I hope you're able to find some relief for your symptoms!

[@sadiqaalam10]

Headache on the fourth or fifth day usually. 🙁

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Sadiqa, I'm sorry to hear you've been experiencing this. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.

[@PrincessYonna1]

Day 2 and 3 days of headaches:(😭

[@Itrustu]

Please provide the treatement.. 🙁🙁 i there any therapy or something.. I am realy suffering alot and i have pure menstrual migrane😥😥😥

[@anbonner17]

Brainstem/neck therapy from a trained Physiotherapist but first getting assessed @ 10:00

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

As anbonner17 mentioned, having your brainstem and neck assessed is the first step to hopefully finding some long term recovery for you!

[@islandgirl3820]

This is me need help how to get rid of this migraine

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

I'm sorry to hear you've been experiencing this! The best recommendation is to speak with your GP first, to see if there are any other underlying causes of your symptoms. Following this, you can determine if you'd benefit from seeing a headache clinician! I hope this helps, please feel free to get in touch if you have any other questions.

[@lmbagsain]

I'm suffering to mentrual migraine.. My head now is too much pain. This is my 2nd day period ..and I have also a stomach ache. .but I really hate the most is headache. I pull my hair. .😭

[@markdaviddizon5979]

Same with me now...

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

The pain can be excruciating, and for some the other symptoms like stomach ache can be just as bad or worse. Hopefully you can find something that will help you. I really recommend having your neck assessed to see if there is anything that might help you.

[@simdicorner9425]

I have natural remedies which I do on myself whenever my menstrual migraines occurs and it works so well for me

[@celesidambe5337]

Hi,please share

[@susanoliveira3155]

For me its 1, 2 days before my period starts

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Susan, it is indeed possible to get a menstrual migraine up to 1-2 days before you period.

[@alliepetersen8533]

I've been taking migraine medicine all day it's not helping

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Allie, I'm sorry to hear it hasn't been helping. It might be beneficial to discuss this with your GP to see if there are other options for you. You may also benefit from seeing a headache clinician to help treat and manage your symptoms.

[@PrincessYonna1]

Do they start before because that’s what it seems like for me

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

Hi Yonna, yes they can start up to 1-2 days before your menstrual cycle. I hope this helps!

[@dreia29]

My migraines are always accompanied by nausea and vomitting. It has worsened my acid reflux. It's so frustrating I couldn't eat well.

[@SRBOMBONICA86]

Take anti emetic together with a pain killer the moment you feel migraine coming

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

I'm so sorry to hear you've been experiencing this! That sounds like it would have been very difficult to go through. I hope you've since been able to find some relief in your symptoms!

[@goldeegoldfish]

I have menstrual migraines, acne and gingivitis. I would give anything to get rid of my period forever, even my ability to ever have kids

[@brisbaneheadacheandmigrain3863]

For some, a hysterectomy may help. However, it is definitely not a guarantee, and if you are considering this, you should have a chat to your local doctor about what your options are. We have seen many patients that have been promised pain relief if they had a hysterectomy, only to find that the migraines persist. It is understandably a difficult condition, and it sounds like you've been suffering quite a lot to start considering those sorts of treatments. Hopefully you find the help you need!

[@berniemckinley4988]

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