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Your doctor can diagnose this type of headache by asking questions about your symptoms and family history of migraines, and by monitoring how you respond to treatment. A complete physical exam will be done to make sure that your headaches are not due to muscle tension, sinus problems, or a more serious underlying brain disorder.

Tests are usually not needed if you have typical signs and symptoms of migraines. However, your doctor may order a brain MRI or CT scan to rule out other causes.

If you have a migraine with unusual symptoms such as weakness, memory problems, or loss of alertness, an EEG may be needed to rule out seizures. Rarely, a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) might be done.

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History and Physical Exam
During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical examination includes: Inspection (looking at the body; Palpation (feeling the body with ha... More »
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Neurological Examination
A neurological examination is an essential component of a comprehensive physical examination . It is a systematic examination that surveys the functioning of nerves delivering sensory information to the brain and caring motor commands (Peripheral ... More »
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