Migraine and stress: what to discuss at a medical review in Mallorca

If headaches recur during demanding weeks, it can be tempting to label every episode a “stress migraine”. A medical review considers the pattern, accompanying symptoms and previous diagnoses before deciding what the headaches represent.

Is stress a migraine trigger?

Stress and tiredness can be triggers for some people with migraine. Sleep changes and missed meals may also matter. The pattern differs between people, so an episode during stress does not establish its cause or confirm migraine. ^{[4] [5]}

Your questions may be practical: has the pattern changed, are medicines still helping, and is a different assessment needed? Bring these questions rather than selecting tests or treatments beforehand.

Keep a useful headache record

Record how often headaches occur, how long they last, their severity and any other symptoms. Note possible triggers and every medicine taken, including non-prescription painkillers. Include menstrual timing where relevant. A headache diary can support assessment; do not delay seeking care while waiting to complete one. ^[6]

The IQWiG migraine diary offers a printable example in German. A simple record in your own language is also useful for explaining your experience. ^[7]

When should you seek urgent help?

A sudden, extremely painful headache or headache with new weakness, speech problems, confusion or a seizure needs emergency assessment. In Mallorca, call 112 rather than waiting for a routine appointment. An attack lasting more than 72 hours, aura lasting more than one hour, or migraine during pregnancy or shortly after birth needs urgent medical advice. ^{[4] [6]}

Medical assessment in Palma

Our migraine and headache consultation page explains how to prepare for an individual review with Dr. Indhira Ghyssaert. Bring existing reports and your medicine list. Assessment guides whether further tests, treatment review or specialist care should be considered; scans and blood tests are not automatic.

If ongoing stress is also a concern, you can explore stress and burnout consultations. Galatzó Health is based within Las Almas Institut Baleares. With your agreement, relevant physical health findings can be coordinated individually with the responsible mental health clinicians. No specific psychological programme or specialist migraine treatment is automatically included.

Request a private consultation in Palma, stating your preferred language and availability. Send medical documents only through the clinic’s designated secure route.