Migraine
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A migraine, also known as a migraine headache, is a type of recurring headache that is usually felt as throbbing and often affects one side of the head. It tends to be intense and to interfere with everyday activities.
Common symptoms:
- throbbing pain of moderate to strong intensity
- discomfort with light, noise, or certain smells
- nausea and, in some cases, prior visual changes
Factors that can play a role: stress, changes in sleep, certain foods, or hormonal factors act as triggers in many people.
Who to see? The neurologist is the specialist who studies migraines, and the general practitioner can provide initial guidance. When the episodes are frequent or very disabling, consulting a professional helps better understand the problem.
Data on 150 doctors who treat migraine
Which specialist treats migraine?
A migraine can first be evaluated by a general practitioner or an internist; if episodes are frequent or severe, a neurologist provides specialized follow-up. If the pain is sudden, very intense, or comes with other neurological symptoms, see an emergency medicine physician. Find the specialist that matches how severe your symptoms are.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in migraine
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Jessica Avalos Nigoche
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Frequently asked questions
What is migraine?
A migraine, also known as a migraine headache, is a type of recurring headache that is usually felt as throbbing and often affects one side of the head. It tends to be intense and to interfere with everyday activities.
Which doctor treats migraine?
A migraine can first be evaluated by a general practitioner or an internist; if episodes are frequent or severe, a neurologist provides specialized follow-up. If the pain is sudden, very intense, or comes with other neurological symptoms, see an emergency medicine physician. Find the specialist that matches how severe your symptoms are.