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 135 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. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Pedro Tiburcio Cortes Gonzalez
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
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.