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The treatment landscape for migraines has undergone a revolution in recent years. Traditional acute treatments like triptans remain effective for many patients, but newer medications targeting the CGRP pathway offer alternatives for those who cannot tolerate or do not respond to triptans. Preventive therapies have expanded from repurposed blood pressure and seizure medications to include the first-ever migraine-specific preventive drugs, CGRP monoclonal antibodies administered as monthly or quarterly injections. These targeted therapies offer improved efficacy with fewer side effects, changing the outlook for patients with frequent or difficult-to-treat migraines.

Effective migraine management extends well beyond medication. A comprehensive approach addresses lifestyle factors that influence migraine threshold, including sleep hygiene, regular exercise, stress management, hydration, and dietary habits. In Dubai, specific environmental considerations such as extreme heat exposure, rapid temperature changes between outdoor and air-conditioned environments, and the cultural context of fasting during Ramadan require personalized strategies. Regular follow-up with a headache specialist ensures ongoing optimization of treatment and helps patients maintain the significant quality of life improvements that proper migraine management can deliver.