Approximately 35 million Americans experience migraines, but despite their prevalence, the exact cause of migraines remains unclear — and for those who experience them, relief can be just as elusive.

Fast-acting migraine medication can wipe out a headache. But according to Christopher Gottschalk, MD, director of the Yale Headache & Facial Pain Center, this pain-free possibility often comes as a ...

Applying cold compresses, resting in a quiet, dark place, and staying hydrated can help alleviate migraine symptoms. Certain lifestyle adjustments like addressing teeth grinding, practicing meditation ...

A MIGRAINE charity claims a lack of awareness is giving millions of people a headache — as their illness isn’t taken ...

People suffering from migraines will soon have access to pain relief in the form of a nasal spray. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first calcitonin gene-related peptide ...

If you get migraines, you know it can be hard to find relief. You and your doctor have lots of medicines to choose from, but they don’t all work for everyone. And most have side effects. Some drugs ...

Ajovy is one of the CGRP inhibitors used for migraine prevention. Approved for ages 6 and up, it's noted for its safety, tolerability, and benefits seen within the first month.

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. When someone has a migraine, all they want is relief. The blinding headaches can cause extreme sensitivity to light, noise and ...

Some social media users have turned to McDonald’s—specifically a large fry and Coke—to relieve migraines. The caffeine, salt and carbs in that combo may offer temporary relief when a headache comes on ...

A migraine cocktail is a combination of drugs given to relieve severe migraine symptoms, often including anti-inflammatories, anti-nausea medication, and triptans. An over-the-counter migraine ...

It was a hot, sticky summer afternoon in Los Angeles, and I was walking from the front door to our mailbox when a wave of vertigo washed over me, surprising me with its brute force. I stopped ...