What to Do When Your Job Makes Migraines Worse

The majority of people who experience migraines cite stress as a trigger, and everyone knows that work can be a stressful part of life. There are deadlines, potentially difficult coworkers or bosses, and the pressure to perform well and meet expectations. Even the fear of having a migraine at work could be stressful and become a trigger itself.

If migraines continue to affect your life despite lifestyle changes and workplace accommodations, talk to your doctor. It may be a sign that you need to adjust your treatment. Finding the right treatment regimen for you can help keep migraines under control so they stop affecting your professional life.

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Written by:

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.

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Sanjai Sinha, MD

Sanjai Sinha, MD, is a board-certified physician with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in internal medicine.

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