Types of migraine
There are different types of migraine, but not everyone will have ‘typical’ migraine so please view this information as a guide only
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Migraine with aura
A type of migraine attack in which you get certain symptoms, like problems with sight, speech and altered sensations
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Migraine without aura
Migraine that doesn’t include aura symptoms as part of an attack
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Chronic migraine
Any type of migraine involving headache on at least 15 days per month
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Migraine with brainstem aura
A rare type of migraine with aura
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Vestibular migraine
A type of migraine in which vertigo (a spinning or swaying sensation), dizziness or unsteadiness are often the main symptoms
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Abdominal migraine
A common migraine condition that affects 4 in 100 children as well as some adults
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Hemiplegic migraine
A rare type of migraine involving temporary weakness on one side of the body
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Menstrual migraine
Migraine attacks that are linked to your periods (menstruation)
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Cyclical vomiting syndrome
A condition that children and adults can get
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Medication overuse headache
A headache that results from the frequent use of acute medicines or painkillers
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Other headache disorders
There are many different types and causes of headache, so it is helpful to understand which you have in order to manage your symptoms effectively
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