Migraine Knowledge Base
Science-backed articles to help you understand, manage, and prevent migraines.
Caffeine and Headaches: How Much Is Too Much?
Caffeine can both cause and cure headaches — it all depends on how much, how often, and how consistently you consume it. Here's how to find your personal caffeine sweet spot.
Headache and Nausea Together: What It Means and What to Do
When headache and nausea strike at the same time, it's usually a migraine — but not always. Here are 8 causes, how to tell them apart, and when to see a doctor.
Menstrual Migraine: Patterns, Prevention, and Treatment
About 60% of women with migraines get them around their period. Here's exactly why it happens, how to predict attacks, and what actually works for prevention and treatment.
Pregnancy Headaches: Safe Relief Methods and What to Avoid
Headaches during pregnancy are common — but most medications are off-limits. Here's what's safe, what's not, trimester-by-trimester guidance, and when headaches signal something serious.
Headache Behind Right Eye: 7 Causes and When to Worry
A headache behind your right eye can mean different things — from eye strain to cluster headaches. Here are 7 causes, how to tell them apart, and what to do about each one.
The Complete Headache Diary Guide: What to Track and Why It Works
A headache diary is the single most useful tool for understanding your headaches. Here's exactly what to track, how to do it consistently, and how your data leads to better treatment.
Hemiplegic Migraine: Symptoms, Causes, and What You Should Do
Hemiplegic migraine causes temporary weakness on one side of your body — and it can look like a stroke. Here's how to recognize it, what causes it, and when to get help.
Migraine Aura: A Visual Guide to Symptoms, Types, and Stages
Zigzag lines, flashing lights, blind spots — migraine aura affects about 1 in 4 migraine sufferers. Here's what's happening in your brain and what you can do about it.
Barometric Pressure Headaches: Why Weather Changes Trigger Migraines
If your headaches get worse before a storm, barometric pressure is likely the trigger. Here's exactly how it works, how to confirm the connection, and what you can do about it.
Foods That Cause Migraines: The Complete Trigger Food Guide
Aged cheese, red wine, processed meats — some foods are migraine triggers. But which ones actually affect YOU? Here's the full list plus how to find your personal food triggers.
When to See a Doctor for Headaches: Warning Signs You Shouldn't Ignore
Most headaches aren't dangerous — but some are. Here are the specific warning signs that mean you should see a doctor, visit the ER, or call 911 for a headache.
How to Get Rid of a Headache Fast: 12 Methods That Actually Work
Not all headache relief works the same for every headache. Here are 12 proven methods — matched to the type of headache you're dealing with — so you can stop the pain faster.
Migraine vs Headache: The Differences Most People Get Wrong
Think all head pain is the same? Here's why the migraine-vs-headache distinction matters more than you think — and how to tell which one you're actually dealing with.
Pressure Points for Headaches: 10 Points That Relieve Pain Fast
Acupressure can relieve headaches in minutes — if you press the right spots. Here are 10 pressure points with exact locations, techniques, and which headache types they work best for.
Why Do I Wake Up With a Headache? 9 Causes and What Actually Helps
Waking up with a headache every morning isn't normal. Here are the real reasons it happens — from sleep apnea to dehydration — and what you can do to stop it.
5 Most Common Early Warning Signs Before a Migraine Starts
Learn to recognize the prodrome phase symptoms that signal a migraine is on its way — and what you can do about them.
Weather & Migraine: The Pressure Connection
Discover how barometric pressure changes, temperature shifts, and humidity affect migraine frequency — and how tracking weather data can help.
Sleep, Hormones & Migraines: What the Science Says
The relationship between sleep disruption, hormonal cycles, and migraines runs deeper than most people realize. Here's what research reveals.