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Migraine & Headache — Home Care Guidance
Understand migraine triggers, types of headaches, proven home remedies, and clear warning signs that need immediate medical attention.
Migraines and headaches affect millions of people every day. Whether you experience occasional tension headaches, cluster headaches, or full migraine attacks with aura, the right knowledge can help you manage symptoms at home and know when to seek medical help. Our guides cover triggers, natural remedies, prevention strategies, and step-by-step home care for every type of headache.
Common symptoms
Symptoms Covered in This Category
Throbbing or pulsating pain
Pain on one side of the head
Nausea and vomiting
Sensitivity to light and sound
Visual disturbances (aura)
Neck stiffness or shoulder pain
Dizziness or vertigo
Fatigue after headache
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When to See a Doctor Immediately
Sudden, severe "thunderclap" headache — the worst headache of your life
Headache with fever, stiff neck, confusion, or rash
Headache after a head injury or accident
Headache with vision loss, slurred speech, or weakness in limbs
Headaches that are progressively worsening over days
New headache pattern in anyone over 50
If you experience any of the above, stop home treatment and seek emergency medical care immediately. Call 112 in India.
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