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Classic Migraine - Migraine with Aura

Treatment & Monitoring

What are the treatments for the disease?

Medicines used to relieve the symptoms of migraine with aura include:

barbiturate combinations, such as butalbital with caffeine and acetaminophen

ergot alkaloids and derivatives, such as ergotamine

isometheptene agents, with combinations of isometheptene

narcotic analgesics, such as codeine and butorphanol

pain medicines, such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen

triptans or serotonin (5HT-1) receptor agonists, such as sumatriptan succinate

Alternative and complementary therapies for migraine with aura include:

acupuncture, a therapy used to relieve pain by inserting thin needles into certain parts of the body

aromatherapy, which uses oils to stimulate pleasant sensations and relieve stress

biofeedback, a process in which a person is taught how to relax when the body starts to show the signs of a headache

chiropractic, which involves manipulation of the spinal bones

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exercise

herbal remedies

hypnosis, which uses suggestion to influence the person's subconscious

relaxation training, which reduces stress and eases emotional strain

stress management

transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, or TENS, which relieves pain by stimulating nerves

What are the side effects of the treatments?

Medicines used to treat migraine with aura may cause drowsiness, allergic reactions, or rebound headache. Rebound headaches are caused by regular use of pain medicines.

How is the disease monitored?

The individual may be asked to keep a headache diary to identify triggers and track the success of treatment. Any new or worsening symptoms should be reported to the healthcare provider.

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