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Dealing with Menstrual
Headaches
Most women have a number of symptoms during their monthly
menstrual cycle and one of them is the menstrual headache. It
is believed that about 60 per cent of women will suffer from
menstrual headaches out of which approximately 10 per cent only
will experience migraines during the time of their monthly
cycle only.
The Cause of Menstrual Headache
Women experience a great change in the levels of hormones
during the menstrual period, progesterone and estrogen decline
in the late stages of the cycle, which works as a trigger for
the menstrual headache.
Other factors, which may also cause the menstrual headache, are
the malfunction of platelets, low levels of magnesium and
endorphins, which also cause other symptoms such as sadness and
depressive moods.
The good news is that there are a variety of treatments
available for successfully combating menstrual headaches and
the associated discomfort that comes with it. Most of the
menstrual drugs are available without prescription; they came
in a variety of normal and extra strength which claim 6, 8 and
12 hours of extended relief.
Preventing Menstrual Headache
Unfortunately there are no medicines available to prevent the
pain before it occurs. The medication that can be found in drug
stores without prescription for combating menstrual discomfort
is indicated to be taken as soon as you start getting the
symptoms of your menstrual cycle and that should happen at
least couple of days before the menstrual cycle begins. This
will help you prevent the menstrual headache as well.
However if the headache persists and turns into a migraine you
should consult your doctor for consultation and advice.
Helpful Tips
Do not ignore the menstrual headaches just because you expect
it every month and therefore put up with it. There are a number
of treatments available to help you through this time of the
month without having to go through any more discomfort than you
already are.
Menstrual cycle times can be very difficult for some who
experience mood swings, nausea from headaches and fatigue from
loss of minerals and vitamins on top of the abdominal cramps.
Medication today can help ease some of the pain while family
and friends can help with lifting up your spirits and making
sure you get nutritious food during this time of the month.
Being aware of your body and its reactions t certain triggers
can help you deal better with yourself and your
life.
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