{"id":2381,"date":"2021-07-27T14:53:32","date_gmt":"2021-07-27T18:53:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/?p=2381"},"modified":"2021-07-27T14:53:34","modified_gmt":"2021-07-27T18:53:34","slug":"how-to-tell-if-youre-experiencing-a-migraine-or-allergies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/how-to-tell-if-youre-experiencing-a-migraine-or-allergies\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Tell if You\u2019re Experiencing a Migraine or Allergies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Sometimes it can be difficult to tell if you\u2019re experiencing symptoms of allergies or symptoms of a migraine, especially because people with allergies are more likely to have migraines. Knowing which you\u2019re suffering from can help you seek proper treatment. Below we review the similarities and differences between allergy and migraine symptoms, how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/nose\/allergy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">allergies<\/a> trigger migraines and how to treat each condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Similarities Between Allergies &amp; Migraines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/man-tired-fatigue-migraine-1280x853.jpeg\" alt=\"Man with a headache sitting on the edge of his bed.\" class=\"wp-image-2383\" width=\"310\" height=\"206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/man-tired-fatigue-migraine-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/man-tired-fatigue-migraine-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/man-tired-fatigue-migraine-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/man-tired-fatigue-migraine.jpeg 1880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to feeling a throbbing, pain or pressure in the head, the similarities between allergies and migraines include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Occurring in response to specific triggers<\/li><li>Occurring as a result of environmental allergens<\/li><li>Feelings of nausea<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Differences Between Allergies &amp; Migraines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a headache related to allergies, you\u2019ll most likely also experience symptoms such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Nasal congestion<\/li><li>Runny nose<\/li><li>Itchy eyes<\/li><li>Pressure in the face<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a migraine but not allergies, you may experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Sensitivity to light and sound<\/li><li>An aura of unusual sensation, like flashing lights or sounds<\/li><li>Changes in thoughts or mood<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience symptoms from both lists, you may be experiencing both allergies and migraine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Allergy-Induced Migraines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people who get migraines are triggered by allergies after spending time at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atlantaga.gov\/government\/departments\/parks-recreation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Atlanta\u2019s parks<\/a>. However, migraines are not actually an allergic response; instead, an allergen triggers neurological changes that lead to migraines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Research shows that people with allergies are at a higher risk of getting migraines. A 2012 <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3634285\/\" target=\"_blank\">study<\/a> compared 46 people with allergies to 60 people who did not have allergies and found that 37% of those with allergies had a history of migraines compared to just 5% of those without.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treating Allergies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have allergies, it\u2019s important to keep symptoms under control, especially if they trigger migraines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamines<\/li><li>OTC decongestants<\/li><li>Nasal steroids<\/li><li>Immunotherapy (shots or drops)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treating Migraines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Migraines are treated the same way for people with and without allergies. Some options for treatment include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>OTC pain medication<\/li><li>Acute migraine medication<\/li><li>Anti-nausea drugs<\/li><li>Steroids<\/li><li>Beta-blockers<\/li><li>Antidepressants<\/li><li>Anticonvulsants<\/li><li>Botox<\/li><li>Lifestyle changes<\/li><li>Psychotherapy<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about the relationship between allergies and migraines or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">to schedule an appointment<\/a> with an allergist or neurologist, call ENT of Georgia today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/what-is-the-relationship-between-allergies-and-glue-ear\/\" class=\"related-post\">What Is the Relationship Between Allergies and Glue Ear?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/how-does-fruit-juice-affect-allergy-medication\/\" class=\"related-post\">How Does Fruit Juice Affect Allergy Medication?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.entofga.com\/home-remedies-for-allergy-relief\/\" class=\"related-post\">Home Remedies for Allergy Relief<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sometimes it can be difficult to tell if you\u2019re experiencing symptoms of allergies or symptoms of a migraine, especially because people with allergies are more likely to have migraines. 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