Headache is a common problem among pregnancy symptoms. Especially 80% of pregnant mothers between the ages of 20-40 may experience headaches of varying severity. Changes that occur during pregnancy and hormonal conditions can cause headaches. Most of these headaches seen in expectant mothers are migraine or tension-type headaches. Since there are many factors other than migraine that can cause headaches, it is essential to consult a specialist. Not every painkiller should be used in the event of a headache. Because various painkillers during pregnancy can harm the course of pregnancy. It is important to consult a neurologist, especially in severe and recurring headaches.
What Causes Migraine During Pregnancy?
Migraine is a throbbing pain that is usually felt on one side of the head, may be accompanied by nausea and vomiting, and may cause sensitivity to light. The fact that menstrual periods, menopause, pregnancy, and even hormonal medications such as birth control pills affect migraine-type pain shows that female hormones (especially estrogen) play an important role in the formation of migraine. Migraine pain usually eases during periods when estrogen levels drop after menstruation or pregnancy. Migraine worsens during periods when estrogen levels increase, such as pregnancy.
Migraine headaches are most common in the first months of pregnancy, and less common in the last months. Migraine usually subsides after the first 3 months of pregnancy, but the opposite can also occur in certain cases. Some expectant mothers may experience migraine for the first time during pregnancy, even though they did not experience it before. It is common for migraine headaches to continue after the baby is born, but it has been reported that breastfeeding mothers experience less pain.
Along with migraine, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light, and ringing in the ears may be observed. When it comes to migraine symptoms, a neurologist should definitely be consulted.
Situations that aggravate migraine:
Sadness, depression, stress, fatigue, excessive coffee and chocolate, environments with excessive light and noise, insomnia, excessive exercise, and birth control pills.
Are migraine medications used during pregnancy?
It is recommended that migraine medications not be used during pregnancy due to the risk of harm. However, in cases of severe and persistent migraine attacks, medications can be used under the supervision of a doctor.
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