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10 Common Migraine Triggers (and How to Deal With Them)

Neurologist Mark Green, MD, shares 10 common migraine triggers and the best tips to handle them.

Lauren Smith, MAMera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Updated on April 4, 2025
Featuring Mark Green, MDReviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP | April 4, 2025

One of the best lines of defense against migraine is to prevent them altogether. In this video, Neurologist Mark Green, MD, shares 10 common migraine triggers and how to avoid or minimize your exposure to them.

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American Migraine Foundation. (2017). Top 10 migraine triggers and how to deal with them.

Mathew, P. G., et al. (2013). A cyclic pain: the pathophysiology and treatment of menstrual migraine. Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey.

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to practicing medicine, she worked as a management consultant.

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