b'ChapterMigraineA migraine differs from a headache because it is a condition that is medically diagnosed. The patient is normally aware of the symptoms and prepares himself or herself for the ordeal. It is described by many as sickening and can be brought on by stress, allergies and tiredness. How to RecogniseThere may be a prior warning period where the patient describes seeingflickering lights or has visual disturbances such as a blind patch. ntense, throbbing headache sometimes just on one side of the head.I Patient may be pale, followed by nausea and sometimes vomiting. High sensitivity or intolerance to noise and light. Patient is often quite incapacitated and wants to lie down quietly.How to Manage The same management applies for headache.Assist the patient with their prescribed medication. Provide an uninterrupted, quiet and darkenedenvironment to rest or sleep.Normal recovery should be within a few hours although if the migraine persists or is unrelieved, seek medical advice/call Ambulance 000.230 Common Illness and Ailments'