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A headache behind the eye can be caused by several things, including a primary headache (typically the main cause) or a secondary headache, which may signal a separate underlying issue. Proper diagnosis can help, and many treatment options are possible.

Are your migraine or headaches potentially connected with your sexual orientation? Recent studies suggest that people in the US who identify as gay, lesbian or bisexual may have a higher risk than heterosexuals of developing migraine and severe headaches.

Migraine is a complicated condition, with many potential triggers and treatment methods. The situation can be even more complex for women, who tend to experience more frequent migraine episodes and more acute symptoms than men. One of the most prevalent factors causing migraine in women: hormones.

A migraine is a neurological condition that involves headaches and certain related symptoms such as light sensitivity, nausea, vomiting, and vision changes. The line between migraine and headache is not always clear and may require a firm diagnosis by a specialist to detect and treat migraine.

The Mable team enjoyed connecting with many of you on our recent Reddit session to answer some of your top-of-mind questions on migraine and more. ‍If you were unable to attend, or want a refresher on some of the topics discussed, here’s a recap.

If you're experiencing migraines today, there's a big chance you have family members who share it as well. Once you find the DNA link, this means you might be able also to find the right medication and push your treatment into the effective zone.

People who get migraines tend to have lower thresholds of light tolerance. Up to 80% of people with migraine experience light sensitivity during their migraine episodes. For 30-60%, certain kinds of light may even trigger their migraines. Are there any fixes for light sensitivity with migraine?

Atogepant (brand name Qulipta®) is a prescription medication to be taken every other day as a preventative migraine medication. It also has the benefit of acute relief of headache symptoms during a migraine, ie it also has some immediate effect.

Suppose you suffer from debilitating, chronic headaches. In that case, you’re far from alone. According to the American Migraine Foundation (AMF), at least 39 million people in the United States live with migraine. That’s more than the number of Americans who have diabetes and asthma—combined.

Anti-CGRP therapy can be a good option for people who haven’t had success with other migraine treatments.

Among women with migraine, about 70% report that the frequency and intensity of their migraines are connected with their monthly menstrual period. A multi-dimensional approach — combining lifestyle modifications and pharmacological interventions, tailored to you — can be the best approach.

Approximately one in four American households includes a person living with migraine. Many thoughtful and useful products are available that make great gift ideas to help bring migraine relief to a friend or a loved one.

According to the American Migraine Foundation, most people with post-COVID syndrome will be rid of their post-COVID headache within 2 months; however, in more extreme cases, about 8% reported persistent headaches up to 6 months after testing negative.

Scientific evidence of the effectiveness of essential oils as a treatment for migraine is still sparse. While they are generally safe and do not require a prescription for purchase, they are unregulated by the FDA and care should be taken if using them.

About 15% of Americans experience the intense, throbbing head pain of migraine, and severe head pain typically ranks 4th or 5th among reasons for emergency room visits. These tips may help you manage discomfort and inconvenience from your head pain.