Conditions we treat
Migraine
Migraine is not a bad headache. It is a neurological disease, and it deserves to be treated as one.
What it is
Migraine is a neurological condition that presents in attacks: pain usually on one side of the head, throbbing, worse with exertion, often with nausea and intolerance to light and sound. Some people experience aura: visual or sensory changes before the pain.
Between attacks a person may feel fine, which leads many to underestimate the impact. Added up, the days lost each month make migraine a leading cause of disability in young adults.
Signs it may be time to seek an assessment
- Frequent attacks costing days of work or study
- Nausea and sensitivity to light and sound during pain
- Painkillers almost every week
- Attacks linked to poor sleep, the menstrual cycle or stress
How the assessment works
The consultation maps the pattern of your attacks: frequency, duration, triggers, what usually helps, and how many days a month you take painkillers, which is a central detail, because overuse of painkillers can itself perpetuate the pain.
The conversation separates treating the attack from preventing it. Cannabinoids may be considered within the plan in selected cases, in line with regulation, with periodic reassessment of the response.
Frequently asked questions
Should I bring a headache diary?
If you have one, it helps a great deal, even simple notes on your phone with dates and intensity. If you do not, the consultation is a good place to start one.
Are migraine and tension headache the same thing?
No. They are different conditions with different treatments, and they can coexist in the same person. Telling them apart is part of the assessment.
Want to talk about your case?
A 50-minute video consultation, available across Brazil. Consultation R$ 250.