How Hormones Affect Migraines and Headaches

Headaches are never fun—but when they’re tied to your hormones, they can feel especially frustrating. If you’ve ever had a migraine right before your period or during ovulation, you’re definitely not alone. Hormones like estrogen and progesterone play a major role in brain chemistry, and their natural fluctuations can trigger everything from mild tension headaches to debilitating migraines.