Informative Speech On Migraine

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Introduction
A. Have you ever experienced an unbearable pain in your head that could worsen with just the sound of a single pen falling to the floor or cringed at the sight of a single light switch flipping on that could aggravate your already spotty vision? Have you ever felt a wave of nausea consume your body that could cause your previous meal to be anywhere but your stomach?
B. Maybe you had no clue what these symptoms indicated at the time, but you may soon discover that you could have suffered from a migraine so it is important that you are aware of this debilitating illness for possible future occurrences.
C. Due to my own difficulty with migraines, I have personally experienced the anguish that accompanies instances of this nature. …show more content…

Today, I want to share my knowledge on migraines with the help of three descriptions.
1. They are the definition of a migraine, probable causes of a migraine, and several treatment options for a …show more content…

These medications may include cardiovascular drugs, anti-depressants, anti-seizure drugs, botox, and pain relievers.
2. Keep in mind that the migraine sufferer does not have to have any of these conditions to take them to prevent their migraines.
C. Making lifestyle changes to avoid certain environmental triggers may also help to reduce or prevent migraines from occurring.
1. To avoid or eliminate the triggers, it is up to each individual to get help or determine alone the factors that cause these unbearable migraines.
Transition: Now that you know a little about migraines, you can identify one in the future.
Conclusion
A. Remember there are three distinct descriptions that set a migraine apart.
B. I discussed its definition, causes, and treatments.
C. I will leave you with this: Imagine you feel a sudden pain on the left side of your head that radiates down your neck so agonizing that your vision begins to blur, making you sick to your stomach at the thought of your anguish. Would you have the knowledge to identify your ailment solely with these symptoms and pinpoint possible causes to treat or seek treatment for your suffering with the information I have given you

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