Migraine in adults - Questions to ask

If you have been diagnosed as having migraine attacks, you may want to talk to your GP to find out more.

Here are some questions that you might want to ask:

Is there anything I can do to stop having these headaches?
My symptoms scare me. How do I know I'm not having a stroke?
What can I do to stop a migraine attack once it starts?
Is it alright to keep taking painkillers if my pain is bad most days?
Do I need tests to make sure there is not something else wrong with me?
What are the most common things that trigger these headaches?
What's the best treatment for me?
Are triptans the best medicine for me?
What are the side effects of treatment?
Will these treatments affect the other medications I take?
Is there anything I can do to help myself?
How much sleep should I get to make sure I avoid attacks?
Will the same thing affect other members of my family?

Glossary

stroke: You have a stroke when the blood supply to a part of your brain is cut off. This damages your brain and can cause symptoms like weakness or numbness on one side of your body. You may also find it hard to speak if you've had a stroke.

This information does not replace medical advice. If you are concerned you might have a medical problem please ask your Boots pharmacy team in your local Boots store, or see your doctor.