I have migraine since I was 16 years old. Whenever I'm stressed, the migraine comes back even if I take medicines. How can I stop getting stressed?

Question

1.Take crocin Pain relief one Tablet sos after food up to a maximum of three tablets daily at the time of attack, apply ice pack, massage scalp/temple
2.Drink plenty of water and take rest.
3. Avoid stress, anxiety, depression, agitation, exposure to loud noise, bright light, strong smell inadequate sleep, continuous use of cell phone since it precipitates migraine attack
4.Avoid chocolate, salted /processed food, aged cheese, excess tea/coffee/alcoho (red wine)/caffeinated beveragesl. Don?t skip/postpone your meal, avoid hunger since it triggers the attack
5. Go for regular exercise, reduce weight if over weight
6. Practice yoga, meditation, deep breathing exercise to calm your mind, control your emotion and relieve you from stress
7. If You have chronic migraine, you have to take migraine prophylaxis like propranolol/ vasograin after consulting physician
8. Consult neurologist to exclude other causes of headache and if required, take CT scan of brain.

Lalit Kumar Tripathy · Accepted Answer

1.Take crocin Pain relief one Tablet sos after food up to a maximum of three tablets daily at the time of attack, apply ice pack, massage scalp/temple
2.Drink plenty of water and take rest.
3. Avoid stress, anxiety, depression, agitation, exposure to loud noise, bright light, strong smell inadequate sleep, continuous use of cell phone since it precipitates migraine attack
4.Avoid chocolate, salted /processed food, aged cheese, excess tea/coffee/alcoho (red wine)/caffeinated beveragesl. Don?t skip/postpone your meal, avoid hunger since it triggers the attack
5. Go for regular exercise, reduce weight if over weight
6. Practice yoga, meditation, deep breathing exercise to calm your mind, control your emotion and relieve you from stress
7. If You have chronic migraine, you have to take migraine prophylaxis like propranolol/ vasograin after consulting physician
8. Consult neurologist to exclude other causes of headache and if required, take CT scan of brain.

Amit Nagarkar · Answer

You can never stop stress from occurring. Stress like air is omnipresent around you. All you have to learn is manage stress and learn how to relax in times of stress. It is an art that you have to learn with practice. You may start with trying some relaxation exercises daily. Begin with simple breathing exercises for 20 minutes daily. Yoga and meditation are equally good options. Avoid artificial stressors like smoking, alcohol etc. Eat healthy, exercise daily, stay healthy.
If migraine still occurs you may need assistance with medications. Consult me online if you so wish.