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How can I tell if I have a migraine or just a bad headache?

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This quick test simulates a reversal of the narrowing (constriction) of blood vessels that occurs during migraine headaches.
  • If you are currently experiencing a headache, press your fingers on both temples, or have someone press on your temples.
  • After one to two minutes, release the pressure on your temples.
  • If you feel better with pressure against your temples and worse when the pressure is removed, your current headache has an 80% likelihood of being a migraine.

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