A headache where there are symptoms such as nausea, vomiting or sensitivity to light comes to be known as migraine. Most of the people often feel a throbbing pain only on one side of the head. Also, there may be aura or vision disturbance in both eyes. An aura is a group of symptoms which includes temporary blind spot, blurred vision, eye
pain, star seeing or zigzag lines and tunnel vision. The headache caused may be dull or severe with there being pain behind the eye or at the back of head or neck. Other symptoms may include chills, increased urination, fatigue, and loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, numbness, tingling, and weakness, problem in concentrating, finding words, sensitivity to light or sound and sweating.

Migraines often appear between the ages of 10 and 46 and are mostly common in women. Also, it has been found to be run in families and attacks women during the last two trimesters of their pregnancy. It is believed that migraines are caused by abnormal brain activity that is triggered by alcohol, allergic reactions, bright lights, certain odors
or perfumes, changes in hormone levels, change in sleep patterns, exercise,loud noises, missed meals, physical or emotional stress, smoking, etc.

Though there is no specific treatment for migraines, Beverly Hills Botox has found popularity with the people in recent years. Using Botox aims to reduce attacks, stop attack and treat the symptoms. For frequent migraines, medicines are prescribed to reduce the attacks. These medicines are to be taken every day to be effective. Some medicines are administered after the first attack itself. These come in the form of nasal spray or injection and are available as over-the-counter medication. Medicines to treat the symptoms are used either alone or along with other drugs and try to reduce pain, nausea or emotional distress.

Botox for Migraines has been approved by FDA for its ability to relax the muscles. The procedure involves administering Botox injections at an interval of 12 weeks around head and neck. Usually, a patient requires 31 such injections into seven specific head and neck areas. This may dull any future headache symptoms. Before undergoing the treatment, the patient should discuss with the physician whether the injections are suitable for them or not. It is believed that, when done correctly, the results of the
procedure may last for up to 3 months.

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