The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that about 40% of the world’s population suffers from headaches. In an interview with CNN, the neurologist at Syrian-Lebanese Hospital Carlos Eduardo Altieri explained the causes of migraine and provided details on how to treat the disease.
Altieri emphasized that while headache is common, it should not be considered normal. “The head was not made to hurt,” said the expert, noting that some people have never experienced this kind of pain.
Migraine: The more disabling headache
According to the neurologist, migraine is the most disabling primary headache, responsible for social, affective and immense health for patients. It can cause loss of working days, leisure opportunities and even lead people to seek emergency care.
The expert explained that migraine is not simply a headache, but a condition that alters the sensitivity of the cranial region. “It’s a head that hurts,” said Altieri, mentioning that migraine people tend to avoid situations that can trigger pain, such as wearing tight caps or heading a ball.
Factors that influence migraine
Altieri addressed the complex relationship between coffee and migraine, describing it as a “love and hate case.” Some people experience relief from moderate coffee consumption, while others may have bouts triggered by the drink. The doctor also warned about the “weekend migraine”, which occurs when people used to have coffee daily interrupt consumption on days off.
Bruxism and teeth squeeze were mentioned as factors that can aggravate pain in people predisposed to migraine. Altieri explained that individuals with this condition have increased sensitivity, making them more susceptible to intense pain.
Hydration and Treatment
The neurologist stressed the importance of adequate hydration in preventing and relieving migraine seizures. “If you drink little water and have migraine, you will have more crises,” he warned.
Finally, Altieri made an important appeal: “Headache has treatment, migraine has treatment. It’s not taking painkiller every day nonstop.” He warned that overuse of painkillers can chronicles pain and encouraged people to seek expert medical help, stating that there are effective treatments available to significantly improve patients’ quality of life.
This content was originally published in migraine: expert details causes and treatment on the CNN Brazil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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