August 2026, Episode 256: Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms associated with migraine, but they can look very different from one person to another. Some people experience mild nausea, while others may have vomiting that makes it difficult to eat, drink or take medication.
In this episode, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by headache medicine specialist Fred Cohen, MD, to discuss nausea and vomiting with migraine. They explore why these symptoms may occur, how delayed gastric emptying during a migraine attack can affect the way oral medications are absorbed, and why alternative treatment routes may be helpful for some people.
They also discuss options for managing nausea, when severe or prolonged vomiting may require emergency care, and why symptoms beyond headache pain should be part of the conversation with your health care provider.
This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider regarding your individual symptoms and treatment options.