Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder causing recurring severe headache episodes — not just a "strong regular headache."
Difference from Regular Headache:
| Feature | Tension Headache | Migraine |
|---|---|---|
| Pain | Mild bilateral pressure | Severe throbbing — usually one side |
| Severity | Mild-moderate | Moderate-very severe |
| Nausea | Rare | Very common + vomiting |
| Light/Sound | Not bothersome | Can't tolerate light or sound |
| Movement | No effect | Worsens pain |
| Duration | 30 min - hours | 4-72 hours |
Types of Migraine:
- Without aura (Common migraine): 80% of cases — severe headache without warning.
- With aura (Classic migraine): 20% — warning signs before headache (light flashes, numbness, speech disturbance).
At BEIT TARIQ Center, we diagnose your headache type and determine if it's migraine.