A medical practitioner has revealed why some people are particularly susceptible to migraines compared to others. The NHS describes a migraine as resembling 'a very bad headache with a throbbing pain on one side'.

Sufferers frequently experience nausea, vomiting and heightened sensitivity to light and sound alongside the pain. Episodes can persist from an hour to several days.

Certain people experience what's known as an aura beforehand - typically bright flashing lights or a tingling sensation on one side of the face or in an arm or leg.

The exact cause remains unclear, although research suggests both genetic and environmental factors may contribute. Hormonal fluctuations are believed to be vital, which explains why migraines frequently occur before or during periods, pregnancy and t

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