Headache, migraine and dizziness resources
Migraine questions: diagnosis, symptoms and building a care plan
Melbourne Headache Solutions. First published 11 June 2021. Recovered and editorially updated 28 October 2026 from our archived resource. This is general education, not an individual diagnosis.
Quick answer
Migraine is more than a pain score. A useful care plan considers attack symptoms, frequency, daily disruption and appropriate treatment options. Diagnosis and treatment need an individual history; a questionnaire, scan result or neck finding cannot provide the whole answer.
Is every headache the same condition?
No. Describe the pattern rather than assuming all mild and severe headaches share one cause. Tell your clinician about nausea, sensory sensitivity, visual symptoms, dizziness and any new changes.
The original MHS resource answered common questions and encouraged people to seek a clearer plan. This refreshed version removes universal brainstem and neck-cause claims and expired product promotions.
Do I need a scan to prove migraine?
Your doctor usually makes a migraine diagnosis from the history and examination. Tests may investigate other concerns when indicated. A normal result does not mean that the symptoms are imagined or that a particular physical cause has been proven.
Can medicines and physical care work together?
They may address different needs. A prescriber can advise on attack treatment and prevention, while a physical assessment may identify relevant neck or jaw problems. Ask each clinician what their treatment aims to change and how it fits with your overall plan.
How do I know when to review care?
Track headache days, missed activities, medicine use and side effects. Ask for a review point and what should prompt earlier advice. If treatment is not helping, that is a reason to reassess rather than keep repeating it indefinitely.
Bring your questions and previous advice to MHS. A focused appointment should help explain relevant findings and appropriate next steps, including medical referral when needed.
Headache and migraine assessment in Melbourne
If recurring symptoms are disrupting your day, you can discuss your history and next steps with Melbourne Headache Solutions. We have clinics in Brunswick, Fitzroy North and Thornbury. Check the current team and appointment options before booking.
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