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Online Migraine Treatment: Relief with Remote Medical Support

The online migraine treatment is a practical and safe solution for those suffering from this debilitating neurological condition. Through the Doctor on the NetIn this article, you can book a medical appointment online, obtain a valid prescription and start a personalised control plan. In this article we explain what migraine is, the main migraine symptomshow to deal with a migraine attack and which treatments are most effective.

What is Migraine?

Migraine is a type of intense headache, usually pulsating, which can last for hours or days and which affects the quality of life of those who suffer from the condition. It is often associated with nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light or sound. It can be triggered by hormonal factors, stress, lack of sleep, certain foods or climatic variations.

Migraine Symptoms

The migraine symptoms The most common include:

  • Severe headache, usually on one side

  • Nausea and vomiting

  • Photophobia (sensitivity to light)

  • Phonophobia (sensitivity to sound)

  • Blurred vision or visual aura before pain (in some cases)

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What to do during a migraine attack

Once migraine attack can be extremely disabling. At such times, it is recommended:

  • Stay away from bright lights and noises

  • Stay in a quiet, dark environment

  • Hydrate and rest

  • Use the migraine medication previously prescribed

  • Avoid excessive self-medication, which can worsen the condition

How Online Migraine Treatment Works

Through the Doctor on the Netyou can start your online migraine treatment with total comfort and safety:

  • Book your medical appointment online with certified doctors

  • Receive a professional assessment

  • Get a valid digital prescription in Portuguese pharmacies

  • Start a treatment plan that suits your needs

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Migraine Medicines

Treatment may involve

  • Common painkillers

  • Tryptansspecific for migraine

  • Preventive medicines 

  • Antiemeticsto control nausea and vomiting

All migraine medication should be prescribed by a doctor after a detailed assessment.

Online Medical Consultation at Médico na Net

A online medical consultation allows you to start or adjust your treatment without leaving your home. With Médico na Net, you have access to:

  • Assessment of symptoms and clinical history

  • Digital medical prescription

  • Continuous monitoring

  • Video or telephone booking option

Migraine control requires discipline, medical monitoring and an individualised action plan. With online migraine treatmentWith the help of MedicoNet, you can start this process comfortably and safely. Médico na Net allows you to consult experienced professionals, receive prescriptions and avoid travelling at times of greater sensitivity, such as during a crisis. The convenience of an online consultation means greater peace of mind, efficiency and access to the right treatment when you need it most.

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Dr Alexandra Azevedo

Training: University of Barcelona
No. of doctors: 71409

Biography

Dr Alexandra Azevedo graduated in Medicine from the University of Barcelona in 2015, where she subsequently specialised in General Practice. During her training, she developed a strong interest in the approach to chronic pain, having completed an integrated master's degree in Medicine and Surgery with clinical research into pain management. Her professional experience includes several years of clinical practice in Spain, particularly in Catalonia, where she has had contact with a wide variety of pathologies and challenges, both in the emergency department and in primary healthcare.

She currently works as a family doctor at the ULS Braga. She has been a member of the medical-surgical emergency team at Vila Nova de Famalicão Hospital and has worked as a guest lecturer at the Nursing School of the University of Minho, teaching anatomy and physiology of the circulatory, respiratory and digestive systems.

Her main clinical interests include emergency medicine, chronic pain, depression and anxiety, as well as preventive medicine and the control of vascular risk factors. She is also dedicated to anti-smoking counselling and weight loss counselling, helping her patients to adopt healthier lifestyle habits. Her approach to care is based on a holistic vision, considering health as a balance between physical and psychological well-being.

Dr Alexandra stands out for her humanism and her ability to offer quick and effective solutions to minor problems, ensuring that her patients feel well looked after. At Médico na Net, she sees an opportunity to bring healthcare to more people in an accessible and convenient way.

Passionate about music and travelling, she loves getting to know different cultures and lifestyles, which enriches her view of the world and her medical practice. For her, medicine is not just a profession, but a real commitment to the well-being of the people she cares for. As she likes to say: "Health is the balance between physical and psychological well-being.