Diagnosis Migraine
If you have migraines or one or more family members have a history of it, a doctor trained in treating neurological problems and headaches (neurologist) will likely diagnose your condition based on medical history, signs and symptoms, and a neurological examination. There are several tests to rule out other causes for your headache. These might include:
MRI – An MRI scan uses radio waves and a powerful magnetic field to produce detailed images of the soft tissue of the brain. MRI scans help neurologists diagnose problems in the brain such as infections, tumors, strokes, bleeding in the brain, and other nervous system (neurological) conditions.