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Migraine triggers

Identification and avoidance of migraine triggers forms an essential part of the treatment strategy for migraine sufferers. Potential triggers comprise a range of internal and environmental factors.

Migraine Triggers

External stimuli

Weather, temperature, changes in altitude
Hot baths
Intense smells
Noise and bright lights or glare

Dietary, hormonal and systemic stimuli

Certain foods, including chocolate, cheese, alcohol and caffeine
Toothache
Oral contraceptives
Fluctuating hormone levels in women

Physical stress

Travel
Fatigue
Exercise
Hunger
Smoking
Lack of sleep
Sexual intercourse

Emotional stress

Anxiety
Depression
Shock
Excitement
Stress

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Migraine triggers