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Migraines have been known to be more common in women than in men. It is estimated that about 70% of all migraine sufferers are women. Of the total number of women who suffer from migraines, about 60-70% have hormonal migraines or migraines that are related to their menstrual cycles. Also known as menstrual migraines, this type of migraine can begin as soon as a girl begins her reproductive cycle, which means it can begin in her early teens.

Hormonal migraines happen because of the fluctuations of estrogen in a woman's body during the menstrual cycle. These fluctuations affect serotonin, another brain hormone, which can trigger migraines that are similar to migraine without aura, meaning the come without visual phenomena. However, food cravings, depression, and other symptoms of the prodome stage can be present. These symptoms are often linked to the menstrual cycle itself.

Apart from being present during a woman's menstrual cycle, hormonal migraines have also occurred in pregnant women. This type of migraine is also attributed to the fluctuating hormone levels or the surge of hormones that occur during pregnancy. Most of the women who have suffered this type of migraine have noted the problem during the first trimester of their pregnancy. Past this trimester, the migraines usually disappear. Many other women who suffer from menstrual migraines have also noted that their migraines disappear during pregnancy.

Usually, menstrual migraines occur either before or after the drop of estrogen to its lowest point in the cycle. Knowing this works to a woman's advantage. Why? Simple. The migraines are predictable; women more or less know when it's coming. This means they can be ready with treatment. Often, doctors treat menstrual migraines with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication. Medication is often taken two to three days before the menstrual period, and patients are advised to continue taking the medicine till the end of the menstrual period. For women on the pill/hormonal contraceptives, doctors recommend that they begin migraine medication on the 19th day of the cycle, and continue till the 2nd day of the next cycle. During pregnancy, doctors prefer not to prescribe any medicine or treatment in order to protect the fetus. Migraine medicine can be harsh, and it can affect a growing baby.

Being linked to a woman's menses, hormonal migraines are quite easy to diagnose. Women who are not sure whether or not this is the type of migraine they are dealing with simply have to let a few months go by and take note of when their migraines are occurring. If it usually surrounds the menstrual cycle, there is a good chance they are dealing with menstrual migraines. However, they will need to see a doctor for confirmation as well as a prescription.

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