Types of migraine

There are different types of migraine, but not everyone will have ‘typical’ migraine so please view this information as a guide only

Migraine without aura

70-90% of people with migraine experience this type

A common type of migraine featuring additional neurological symptoms

If you experience headache on more than 15 days per month you may have chronic migraine

A specific condition where the timing of attacks is linked to the menstrual cycle

A rare condition involving temporary weakness on one side of the body

Unusual and rare subtype, formerly known as basilar-type migraine

Vestibular migraine or migraine with prominent vertigo

Most often seen in children, a syndrome that may be associated with migraine

A syndrome that may be associated with migraine

Primary exercise headache and Cardiac cephalalgia

There are many different types and causes of headache