During migraine, pain pathways in the nervous system can become more sensitive. Throbbing headache may be accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light or sound. Duration and triggers vary between individuals. A first sudden severe headache, speech difficulty, weakness, altered consciousness or fever requires urgent assessment.
What Happens During a Migraine Attack?
Understand migraine's effects on the nervous system, common symptoms and when assessment is needed.
ⓘ This resource is for general information; consult your physician about your individual circumstances.