Chronic Migraine with Aura
Lifestyle DisordersPresenting Complaints & History
- One-sided throbbing headache (mainly right side)
- Visual disturbances (zig-zag lines, blurring) preceding headache
- Extreme sensitivity to light and sound (photophobia/phonophobia)
- Nausea and vomiting during severe attacks
Clinical Assessment
A 27-year-old bank clerk from Thrissur presenting with severe chronic migraine. Suffered from 2-3 attacks per week, triggered by skipping meals, sun exposure, and screen glare. Used triptans frequently, causing rebound drug-induced headaches.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Sanguinaria Canadensis was chosen for right-sided migraines starting in the occiput, spreading to the eye, with relief from vomiting. Natrum Mur resolved sun-induced headaches.
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Maintain strict meal timings; wear polarized sunglasses outdoors; take blue-light filters on computer screens.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 1 year- Migraine attack frequency reduced to once in 2 weeks within 1 month
- Discontinued all triptans and painkillers by Month 3; no rebound headaches
- Attacks reduced to rare, mild, non-throbbing episodes by Month 6
- Complete freedom from migraines at 1-year follow-up