Migraine Treatment in Turkey
About Migraine
Key Highlights
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Personalized treatment plan developed by a headache specialist.Combination of acute relief and long-term preventive strategies.Access to advanced therapies like neuromodulation and newer medication classes (e.g., CGRP inhibitors).Focus on identifying and managing individual migraine triggers.Comprehensive care aimed at reducing disability and improving daily function.
Who is this surgery for?
- Recurrent, severe headaches (4 or more migraine days per month) that disrupt daily life.
- Headaches accompanied by aura (visual disturbances, numbness).
- Failure to respond adequately to over-the-counter pain medications.
- Need for a formal diagnosis to rule out other neurological conditions.
- Requirement for a structured preventive treatment plan to reduce attack frequency.
- Presence of associated symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or light/sound sensitivity.
How to prepare
- Maintain a detailed headache diary for several weeks, noting frequency, duration, intensity, triggers, and medications used.
- Bring a list of all current medications, supplements, and past treatments.
- Be prepared to discuss personal and family medical history in detail.
- For initial consultation, no specific fasting or medication changes are typically required unless advised.
- Write down any specific questions or concerns to discuss with the neurologist.
Risks & possible complications
- Medication side effects (e.g., fatigue, dizziness, weight changes, gastrointestinal issues).
- Risk of medication-overuse headache from frequent use of acute medications.
- Potential for incomplete relief or treatment failure, requiring plan adjustment.
- Rare allergic reactions or adverse interactions with other medications.
- Minor risks from diagnostic procedures like MRI (claustrophobia, reaction to contrast dye if used).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery from an acute migraine attack varies; rest in a dark, quiet room is often needed.
- Long-term management involves regular follow-ups to monitor treatment efficacy and adjust medications.
- Implement recommended lifestyle changes regarding sleep, diet, hydration, and stress management.
- Learn to recognize and avoid personal migraine triggers.
- Adhere strictly to the prescribed medication schedule for preventive therapies.
- Use acute medications as directed at the onset of an attack for best results.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing management; acute attack recovery varies from hours to 3 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering migraine in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for migraine in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Bahçelievler, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform migraine. MediFyr helps you compare neurologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for migraine compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 17 – USD 55 | 0 days (typically outpatient) | ~ Ongoing management; acute attack recovery varies from hours to 3 days | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 123 – USD 410 | 0 days (typically outpatient) | ~ Ongoing management; acute attack recovery varies from hours to 3 days | Know More |
Top hospitals for Migraine in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing migraine.
Instabul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Sarah Smith, a 42-year-old high school...
Sarah Smith, a 42-year-old high school teacher and mother of two, had suffered from migraines since her late teens. Over the past year, her episodic migraines transformed into chronic ones, occurring 18-20 days per month. Each attack brought severe, throbbing pain behind her left eye, extreme sensitivity to light and sound, and nausea that forced her to retreat to a dark room. She missed work frequently and felt she was failing her family. Her neurologist, Dr. Evans, diagnosed her with Chronic Migraine and recommended a trial of Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP) monoclonal antibody injections, a monthly preventative treatment. Sarah was anxious about starting an injectable medication but felt desperate for relief. After the first injection in the clinic, she experienced mild injection-site redness. Within four weeks, her migraine days were cut in half. After three months, she was down to 4-5 mild migraines a month, manageable with simple pain relievers. Emotionally, Sarah moved from a state of constant anxiety and despair to one of hopeful control. She regained her presence at work and home, feeling like herself again.