{"id":1837,"date":"2019-03-29T23:19:42","date_gmt":"2019-03-29T19:19:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/kingscollegehospitaldubai.com\/?post_type=service&p=1837"},"modified":"2026-05-15T12:10:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T12:10:45","slug":"migraine-clinic","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/kingscollegehospitaldubai.com\/ru\/service\/neurology\/migraine-clinic\/","title":{"rendered":"Headache & Migraine Clinic"},"content":{"rendered":"

Headache & Migraine Clinic at\u00a0<\/strong>King’s <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Do you suffer from migraines? <\/strong><\/p>\n

Studies show that the Gulf region has the one of the highest prevalence of migraines in the World. Migraines often go undiagnosed and untreated despite being a leading cause of disability in the UAE.<\/p>\n

The King\u2019s Neurology Department<\/a> are experts in migraine treatment.\u00a0 Book your consultation today.<\/p>\n

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What is a Migraine?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Migraines can cause sever, debilitating throbbing pain, or a pulsing sensation typically on one side of the head. It might be accompanied by extreme sensitivity to light and sound, as well as nausea and vomiting.<\/p>\n

Migraine attacks vary in length and can leave you experiencing significant pain for a hour or even days.<\/p>\n

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Migraine symptoms<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A migraine may progress through 4 stages, each with it’s own set of symptoms<\/p>\n

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  1. Prodrome<\/li>\n
  2. Aura<\/li>\n
  3. Headache<\/li>\n
  4. Post-drome<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Prodrome<\/strong><\/p>\n

    You may notice the following 1-2 days before the onset of a migraine:<\/p>\n

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    • Constipation<\/li>\n
    • Food cravings<\/li>\n
    • Increased thirst<\/li>\n
    • Frequent urination<\/li>\n
    • Mood swings<\/li>\n
    • Neck stiffness<\/li>\n
    • Frequent yawning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Aura<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Although most people experience migraines without aura, it may occur before or during a migraine and it characterized by a visual disturbance. More symptoms include:<\/p>\n

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      • Seeing various shapes, flashed of light, spots<\/li>\n
      • Vision loss<\/li>\n
      • Pins and needles in an arm or leg<\/li>\n
      • Weakness or numbness in a limb, face, or side of the body<\/li>\n
      • Difficulty speaking<\/li>\n
      • Hearing noises or music<\/li>\n
      • Uncontrollable jerking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Headache<\/strong><\/p>\n

        A migraine can last anywhere between 4 hours to 3 days.\u00a0 The associated headaches vary in intensity and frequency between people. You may experience:<\/p>\n

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        • Throbbing or pulsing pain<\/li>\n
        • Pain on one side or both sides of your head<\/li>\n
        • Sensitivity to light and sounds<\/li>\n
        • Nausea and vomiting<\/li>\n
        • Blurred vision<\/li>\n
        • Light-headedness and fainting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Post-drome<\/strong><\/p>\n

          This is the final phase of a migraine attack and your mood may be anything from feeling elated to feeling completely drained. You may also feel:<\/p>\n

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          • Confused<\/li>\n
          • Moodiness<\/li>\n
          • Dizziness<\/li>\n
          • Weak<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Migraine Treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n

            Our expert Neurologists will diagnose and provide an appropriate treatment plan for your headaches and migraines.<\/p>\n

            If you frequently experience migraines, and are seeking migraine treatment, contact the King’s Neurology Department below.<\/p>\n

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