Not just headache complaints Neck pain can indicate migraine

Behind neck pain can sometimes be migraine stuck
Around ten percent of the German population suffers from migraine. The violent attacks not only cause headaches, but are also associated with various other ailments, including neck pain.

Every tenth German affected
Almost one in ten Germans suffers from migraine. Affected persons can be put out of action by the illness. Typical symptoms of migraine include throbbing, pounding and one-sided headache. However, sufferers may also experience pain in the neck, eyes or teeth. This is indicated by the Professional Association of German Neurologists (BVDN) on the website "Neurologists and Psychiatrists on the Net".

Although most people think of migraine headaches, but they can also cause more discomfort - including pain in the neck. (Image: Stefan Redel / fotolia.com)

Pain can become chronic
According to the experts, people who often suffer from such symptoms and can not attribute them to any other cause should consult a doctor.

It would not be a good idea to just take painkillers to deal with the symptoms. According to the neurologists, the pain could become chronic.

The fact that migraine can also cause neck pain depends on the size of the large occipital nerve that runs down to the neck of the back of the head. Its extensions meet in the brain with those of the trigeminal nerve. This is increasingly activated in the event of a migraine attack.

Alleviate complaints in a natural way
In addition to head and neck pain, other symptoms such as nausea and vomiting, dizziness and loss of appetite are often added.

In addition, light, sounds and smells are often perceived much more intense than normal and quickly create an unbearable burden.

It is estimated that 12 to 14 percent of women and 6 to 8 percent of men in Germany have migraines. The chronic disease is not curable, but can be treated well.

Experts usually advise those affected not to rush to take medication. Because taken permanently migraine painkillers lead to more seizures. According to experts, such medicines should be taken for a maximum of ten days a month.

Many patients can also get their complaints through home remedies for migraine. These include, among other things, a regular daily routine, sufficient sleep, adequate exercise, relaxation exercises and a balanced diet. (Ad)