Emergency Migraine Treatment in San Angelo

How Do You Know When a Migraine Is Serious?

A migraine is identified by a moderate or severe headache that feels like a throbbing pain on one side of the head. If you have experienced migraines, you know how painful they can be, and many individuals have. In fact, migraines affect roughly 1 in every 5 women and 1 in every 15 men. If you have a migraine, it is important to look out for the following signs when deciding if you should seek treatment:

• If your migraine comes on suddenly and you experience extreme amounts of pain in a short amount of time
• If your headache is extremely severe
• If you have pre-existing conditions or problems with your immune system
• If you have neurological symptoms like arm or leg numbness, weakness, slurred speech, or seizures
• If you have pain in the back of your head that travels down your neck
• If you are older than 50

If your symptoms become severe enough, you might be wondering if there is an underlying cause, and if it is time to seek emergency care. We applaud you for being proactive about your health, and this diligence is important when dealing with migraines because they can be symptoms of more serious conditions, including:

• Severe dehydration
• Tooth or gum infection
• Heatstroke
• High blood pressure
• Stroke
• Head injury or concussion
• Meningococcal disease
• Cancer
• Preeclampsia
• Brain tumor
• Brain hemorrhage
• Brain aneurysm

When you visit us with migraine pain, we will perform the necessary exams to determine if your migraine might be caused by an underlying issue like the ones above. If that is the case, we will proceed to treat the migraine at the source in hopes of providing long-term relief. If we find that your migraine is standard, our priority will be to treat your pain and help you find healing as soon as possible. This treatment will look different for every patient. It often includes prescribing a pain medicine that is right for the patient based on their condition and medical needs. If the migraine is found to be a chronic condition, we will refer you to a trusted primary physician who can provide regular care and pain management.

Comprehensive Migraine Relief in San Angelo

Living in San Angelo, you know that the weather can be unpredictable, with hot summers and sudden changes in barometric pressure. These factors can often trigger or worsen migraines. Fortunately, our community offers several resources to help manage and treat migraine pain effectively.

One common pain point for San Angelo residents is the limited availability of specialized migraine treatment options. However, our emergency room is equipped to handle severe migraine cases promptly. We understand the unique challenges faced by our community, such as the impact of high temperatures and seasonal allergies, which can exacerbate migraine symptoms.

When you visit our ER, you can expect compassionate care from a team that truly understands the local environment and its effects on your health. We are committed to providing personalized treatment plans that address your specific needs, whether it's through medication, hydration, or other therapeutic interventions.

Be sure not to put off seeking medical help. Especially if your migraine begins to become more severe. Our team can perform the necessary testing to determine whether your migraines are linked to other conditions and help you find long-term relief.

Don't let migraines disrupt your life. Trust our San Angelo ER to provide the immediate relief you need, so you can get back to enjoying all that our beautiful city has to offer.

How Our Emergency Room Can Treat Migraines

An emergency room can effectively treat a migraine by providing quick access to medications, such as intravenous fluids and pain relievers, tailored to alleviate severe migraine symptoms. Additionally, our ER staff can conduct thorough assessments, rule out other underlying conditions, and offer a quiet and dimly lit environment to help ease discomfort and provide immediate relief. Visit our San Angelo ER for emergency migraine treatment.

Experiencing severe migraine pain in the San Angelo, Texas area? Visit Concho Valley ER, or call us at (325) 225-5500 to find out more about what we can do for your pain.