MIGRAINE DIAGNOSIS

If you suspect that you are suffering from migraine it is important that a diagnosis is established before you begin to consider how to manage it.

Consult your doctor to rule out the possibility that your headache is not caused by a more sinister underlying problem. It is important to be well prepared for your consultation. There is no test for migraine, like there is for diabetes or asthma so diagnosis is made on the story told by the patient to their doctor. You should be able to tell your GP when your attacks occurs, how long they lasted, whether you were vomiting, had diarrhoea, or other symptoms. If you are able to give this information, your GP will be able to work with you and help you. It might be a good idea to keep a headache diary.