Understanding Menstrual Migraine: Hormonal Triggers And Treatment

Menstrual migraines are triggered by a drop in estrogen levels before menstruation. Estrogen supplementation can help alleviate these migraines, but it carries risks, especially for women, who may face increased stroke risk if using high doses of estrogen. Post-menopausal hormone therapy is safer with lower estrogen doses. Proper contraceptive choices, like progestin-only pills, can reduce risks.