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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThere are a few similarities between allergies<\/a> and migraines that can make it difficult to tell which you have, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The differences between allergies and migraines have to do with other symptoms that accompany the headache<\/a> as well as what systems are responsible for your symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your headache is the result of allergies<\/a>, you\u2019ll likely experience other symptoms such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your headache is a migraine, you may also experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s also possible for you to experience both allergies and a migraine at the same time, which would result in symptoms from both lists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is evidence that people with allergies are more likely to experience migraines. One study from 2012<\/a> found that 37% of study participants with allergies had a history of migraines compared to just 5% of those without allergies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While migraines are not part of an allergic reaction, it may be the case that certain allergens can trigger neurological changes that lead to migraine headaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meanwhile, sinus headaches caused by allergies are the result of fluid buildup in the sinuses that cause pain and pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Because of the link between allergies and migraines, managing allergy symptoms may help reduce your risk of developing a migraine. We recommend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Managing migraines is the same for people with and without allergies. Treatment options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n For more information about preventing or treating allergies or migraines, call Charleston ENT & Allergy today.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDifferences Between Allergies & Migraines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Allergies Can Trigger Migraines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Managing Allergies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Managing Migraines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n