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Migraine & Hormones

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Hormones can play a major role in how and when migraine attacks occur. The Migraine & Hormones section explores how changes throughout the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and menopause may affect symptoms—and what treatment options and lifestyle adjustments can help. You’ll find reliable information empowering you to anticipate changes and better manage migraine through every life stage.

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Menopause and Perimenopause

Menopause and perimenopause can significantly affect migraine symptoms, often in unexpected ways. Many women anticipate that migraine will improve after menopause, but the reality can be different.

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Menstrual Migraine

Menstrual migraine is linked to hormonal changes, causing head pain, sensitivity, and nausea. Explore causes, symptoms, and treatment options, from lifestyle to medication.

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Pregnancy

Pregnancy can be a challenging time for individuals living with migraine. Understanding safe treatment options is essential for managing migraine while ensuring the health of both mother and baby.

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  • Home
  • About
    • Basics
      • Types of Headache
      • Migraine Basics
      • Migraine & Related Conditions
      • Migraine & Hormones
      • Childrens Headache Disorders
      • Biofeedback Techniques
      • FAQ
    • Diagnosis & Tracking
      • Self-Screeners
      • Tracking diaries
    • Resources
      • Blog
      • Podcasts
      • Newsletter
      • Magazine
      • Brochures
    • accessing care a4a
      Accessing Care - A4A
      Learn More
    • Action4Access™
  • Navigating Care
    • Finding & Managing Care
      • Find a Healthcare Provider
      • Talking to your Headache Care Provider
      • Clinical Trials
      • Emergencies
    • Customized Support
      • For Military Community
      • For Students
      • For Employees and Employers
    • Patient Stories
      • Share Your Story
      • Read Others’ Stories
  • Accessing Care
    • Patient Financial Assistance
      • Company Support
      • Help with Plan Coverage
      • Patient Assistance Programs
      • Types of Healthcare Insurance
    • Insurance and Pharmacy Coverage
      • AHS Position Statement
      • Commercial Plan Formularies
      • Product Prior Auth Checklists
    • Healthcare Policy
      • Step Edits
      • Veteran Affairs
      • NIH Funding
      • Prior Authorizations
      • Telehealth
      • General Focus Areas
    • Patient Access
      • Plan Coverage of my Prescriptions
      • Successful Encounters with my Practitioners
      • Find a Healthcare Practitioner and Pharmacy
      • Insurance Denials and Bills
      • FMLA and Disability Direction
      • A-Z Glossary Terms
  • Providers
    • Free CME Course
    • Research Proposals
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