Migraine treatment online
Book a migraine appointment online with a migraine specialist and, when appropriate, receive a migraine prescription online for fast, tailored relief.
How to book a migraine appointment online
Three quick steps for your migraine consultation online — secure video, expert advice, personalised treatment.
Note: Seek emergency care for sudden severe headache with neurological changes or loss of consciousness.
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Consult a migraine specialist or neurologist for personalised treatment — without waiting weeks for an appointment.
Understanding migraines: symptoms, causes, and treatment options
Learn about common migraine symptoms, types of migraines, triggers, and ways to manage and treat migraines effectively.
Recognising migraine symptoms
Some people experience visual disturbances known as “aura” before the headache starts. Auras can appear as flashing lights, blind spots, zigzag patterns, or temporary vision loss. In some cases, migraines can also cause dizziness, weakness, or speech disturbances.
Recognising early signs of a migraine is important. Some patients notice warning symptoms hours or even days before the headache, such as mood changes, neck stiffness, food cravings, or frequent yawning. Understanding these signs can help you take action early.
What causes migraines?
Common triggers include hormonal changes (especially in women), stress, poor sleep, skipping meals, dehydration, certain foods (like aged cheeses or chocolate), alcohol, and environmental factors such as bright lights or strong smells. Tracking your personal triggers can be an important part of managing migraines.
It’s important to remember that not every migraine is triggered by the same factors. A detailed review of your lifestyle, habits, and environmental exposures can help identify patterns specific to your case.
Different types of migraines
Migraines with aura involve visual, sensory, or language disturbances before the headache phase. Ocular migraines, sometimes called retinal migraines, cause temporary vision loss or disturbances in one eye. Vestibular migraines primarily cause dizziness, balance problems, and vertigo rather than severe headache pain.
Other types include chronic migraines, where headaches occur more than 15 days a month, and hemiplegic migraines, which mimic stroke symptoms. Identifying the specific type of migraine helps doctors create a more targeted treatment plan.
Migraine relief: managing attacks
Non-medication strategies can also support relief: resting in a quiet, dark room, applying cold compresses, staying hydrated, and practicing relaxation techniques can reduce symptoms. Some patients benefit from preventive medications if migraines are frequent or disabling.
Personalised migraine management plans often combine medication with lifestyle adjustments, such as regular sleep patterns, stress reduction strategies, and trigger avoidance. Early intervention when symptoms begin can help shorten the attack and lessen its intensity.
When to seek help for migraines
Additionally, if you experience new symptoms such as sudden vision changes, weakness, speech difficulties, or confusion, seek immediate care — these may indicate more serious neurological conditions.
Migraine treatment options range from acute medications and preventive therapies to behavioural therapy and lifestyle modifications. Working with a doctor experienced in migraine care helps you build an effective, safe plan to reduce the frequency and severity of migraines over time.
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