Treatment for Stomach Migraines

By: Jody Ehrhardt - Updated: 20 Jun 2015 | *Discuss

 

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The term stomach migraine is used to describe the cyclical nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain experienced by an individual with this condition. Stomach migraine, or cyclic vomiting, is a condition that results in repeated periods of intense illness (where the patient experiences nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and sometimes sensitivity to light and sound) followed by periods of normal health. Treatment for this condition is aimed at reducing the episodes of vomiting and reducing the severity of the accompanying symptoms.

Common Treatment to Control or Eliminate Stomach Migraines

In some cases doctors prefer to treat the intense nausea that comes on prior to an episode of stomach migraine. By treating the nausea they can sometimes eliminate the vomiting and stop the cycle before it starts. A preferred medication for this type of treatment is Zofran, a medication that is usually used to treat the nausea experienced by chemotherapy patients.

Treating the Symptoms of Stomach Migraines

The most common treatment for stomach migraine induced stress or anxiety is the prescribing of an anti-anxiety medication such as lorazepam or xanax. These medications can reduce feelings of nervousness and worry and sometimes work to eliminate the episode of vomiting that follows.

For severe abdominal pain patients can take an over-the-counter pain medication that contains ibuprofen, aspirin, or acetaminophen. These medications should be taken according to the dosage instructions on the bottle and must be taken before vomiting begins to be most effective.

Non-Medical Treatment Options

Between episodes there are also a few non-medical steps that you can take to reduce the occurrence of stomach migraines. First, attempt to reduce the stress in your daily life. Many studies have linked periods of high stress to the occurrence of stomach migraines. Schedule activities far apart to allow for breaks and avoid situations that cause anxiety or worry. You can further reduce stress by enjoying thirty minutes of daily exercise and making time for daily quite relaxation or meditation.

The second thing you can do to cope with a stomach migraine is to join a support group. These meetings can offer support, stress-relief, and answers for sufferers of this condition.

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