subject: What is a Nerve Block and How It is Used to Treat Migraines [print this page] What is a Nerve Block and How It is Used to Treat Migraines
Before you choose a surgeon for your migraine treatment, meet with the surgeon. Ask questions about the procedure. Make sure you feel comfortable with the surgeon. Getting to know your surgeon will go far in assuaging fears, and you'll feel better about choosing a surgeon who inspires confidence. Also, keeping a detailed headache journal will be valuable for when you speak with your physician. Record things such as times, dates, and the duration of your headaches. Keep track of symptoms and side effects of each migraine such as nausea, vomiting, aura or non-aura, and levels and placement of pain. Also note any migraine drugs taken, the amount of drugs used, and if these drugs were successful in reducing migraine pain. Being familiar with your migraines will help your surgeon to determine how to best help eliminate your migraines.
