Which specialist treats migraine?

Migraine is a neurological condition that can involve headache, nausea, light sensitivity, sound sensitivity, and changes in vision. A GP will ask about the pattern of attacks, symptoms before and during an episode, medicines, sleep, and factors that seem to trigger or worsen attacks. They can rule out common alternatives, discuss treatments used during an attack, and consider prevention when episodes are frequent or disruptive. A neurologist can provide a more detailed review when symptoms are unusual, treatment has not helped enough, or another neurological cause needs consideration.

Arrange a GP consultation and take a short headache diary if possible. Record the date, duration, location of pain, associated symptoms, medicines taken, and how the episode affected work, study, or home life. Mention blurred vision, dizziness, facial pressure, neck discomfort, recent illness, and any family history of similar headaches. This detail helps the clinician distinguish a familiar migraine pattern from symptoms that need a different assessment.

Get urgent medical help for a sudden, extremely severe headache, a headache after a head injury, fainting, seizure, new weakness or numbness, trouble speaking, confusion, or loss of vision. Seek prompt review for a major new change in your usual headache pattern, especially with fever, a stiff neck, or persistent vomiting.

Ask whether the pattern fits migraine, what treatment to use at the start of an attack, and whether preventive treatment is appropriate. You can also ask which warning symptoms should change your plan and whether a neurology referral would add value.