Migraine can cause moderate to severe headache along with nausea, sensitivity to light or sound, visual disturbances and difficulty carrying out daily activities. Other headache conditions include tension-type headache, cluster headache, medication-overuse headache and nerve-related facial or head pain. Neurologists at Apollo Adlux Hospital assess the frequency, severity, triggers and associated symptoms of headaches to determine whether they represent a primary headache disorder or are related to another medical or neurological condition. Imaging and additional investigations may be recommended when warning signs are present.

Treatment may include medicines to control acute attacks, preventive medication, lifestyle modification and guidance on sleep, hydration, stress and recognised headache triggers. Botulinum toxin treatment may be considered for selected patients with chronic migraine who meet the required clinical criteria. Neurological pain interventions may also be recommended for certain nerve-related pain syndromes after detailed evaluation. The aim is to reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches, limit dependence on pain medicines and improve the patient’s quality of life.