Migraine pain can sometimes increase suddenly, and patients are often unable to understand the reasons behind it. If this is happening to you, first find out what triggers your migraines.

Migraine is a neurological disorder that can suddenly cause a severe headache and disrupt our entire routine. When it suddenly triggers, we often get confused but fail to understand the reason behind it. In fact, several factors like hormonal changes, stress, lifestyle, and the environment can trigger it, which is important to understand. Let's learn more about it from an expert. Dr. Ayyadurai, Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad, is providing information on this.

Why does migraine suddenly get triggered?

• Migraine is a neurological disorder. It causes severe pain on one side of the head that can last for several hours. Many people also experience vomiting. To manage it, it's important to take medications as prescribed by your doctor and make lifestyle changes.
• Migraines often strike suddenly, and people can't figure out what's causing them. In fact, they can be caused by a variety of factors, and it's impossible to pinpoint a single cause.
• Hormonal changes in women, including lower estrogen levels, can also make the brain more sensitive and trigger migraines. This usually happens during menstruation or menopause.
• Stress is a major cause of a sudden migraine attack. This can happen when stress or anxiety increases in the body, causing cortisol levels to rise.
• Many people have more sensitive nerves, which can be triggered by environmental factors such as bright light, noise, strong smells, or changes in weather (barometric pressure).
• Caffeine, alcohol, or skipping meals can also cause a serotonin imbalance in the body and dilate blood vessels. This can also cause pain.

• Dehydration can also trigger migraines. Dehydration thickens the blood and reduces oxygen flow. Lack of sleep or irregular sleep patterns can also be a contributing factor.
• If someone in your family has migraine, then there are high chances of you getting migraine.
• To avoid this, pay attention to your habits, try to reduce stress, drink adequate amounts of water, maintain a healthy diet, and get enough sleep. If migraine pain is bothering you, definitely talk to a neurologist.

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