Even though there is no cure for migraines, you can impact the frequency and severity of attacks by coming up with a plan to avoid triggers and treat symptoms. Identifying and avoiding your triggers is one of the most important features of a migraine plan. Drug therapy will be an important component. Certain drugs can be taken at the first sign of an attack to stop or ease the pain. Other drugs can be used for prophylaxis, to prevent attacks before they occur. If you have more than 3 attacks per month, you are probably a good candidate for these migraine prevention drugs.
You may also find that going into a very quiet room, with the shades drawn and lying down can help avert a serious migraine or minimize its intensity. You can sometimes apply cold packs or press on bulging arteries found in front of the ears or you can apply the packs gently to the painful side of your head.
