Migraine attacks can be triggered by a variety of factors. Common triggers include:
- Hormonal changes : Fluctuations in estrogen, such as before or during menstrual periods, pregnancy, and menopause, seem to trigger headaches in many women. Hormonal medications, such as oral contraceptives, can also worsen migraines.
- Drinks : Alcohol, especially wine, and too much caffeine, such as coffee, can trigger migraines in some people.
- Stress : Stress at work or home can cause migraines.
- Sensory stimuli : Bright or flashing lights, loud sounds, and strong smells can induce migraines in some people.
- Sleep changes : Missing sleep or getting too much sleep can trigger migraines in some people.
- Weather changes : Storms, excessive heat, and changes in barometric pressure are common weather-related migraine triggers that can lead to a migraine attack
It's important to note that everyone's experience with migraine and migraine triggers is different, and it can be helpful to keep a migraine diary to identify individual triggers
