Has anyone experienced a reverse migraine where postdrome symptoms start before the headache?
What you're describing sounds like it could be related to the different phases of migraine, though they don't always follow the typical order for everyone.
Migraine typically has four phases: prodrome, aura, headache, and Show Full Answer
Has anyone experienced a reverse migraine where postdrome symptoms start before the headache?
What you're describing sounds like it could be related to the different phases of migraine, though they don't always follow the typical order for everyone.
Migraine typically has four phases: prodrome, aura, headache, and postdrome. However, not everyone experiences all phases, and the intensity and order can vary between individuals and even between different migraine attacks.
The prodrome phase occurs before the headache begins and can include symptoms like:
* Fatigue
* Mood changes
* Difficulty concentrating
* Food cravings
* Nausea
These symptoms can start hours or even days before the headache pain begins. Some of these overlap with what's typically considered postdrome or "migraine hangover" symptoms.
A MyMigraineTeam member shared experiencing unusual symptom patterns, noting that their migraine phases don't always follow the expected sequence.
If you're experiencing symptoms that feel like they're happening in an unusual order, it's worth discussing with your neurologist. They can help determine if what you're experiencing is a variation of typical migraine phases or something else that needs attention.
February 8
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