Naturally, chronic migraines occur more frequently - about half of the days experience migraine symptoms. Even more troubling, it feels as if, given the variation in migraine symptoms and types, not all types of interventions are effective. Why does this happen to people? Why do some people have migraines regularly, but others don't? What are its secrets? The problem is that no one really knows. The best answer you can get is that migraines are genetic. But if you ask me, that's not really an answer. After all, we don't know exactly what family history triggers in terms of the underlying cause. Potentially, migraines are just a symptom of the real impact of this genetic predisposition. However, researchers and doctors have some ideas. The cause of migraines could be a vascular problem in the brain. It could also be a central nervous system problem or a chemical imbalance, such as low serotonin. Ultimately, perhaps no one knows this better than the person suffering from migraines. People with personal experience with pain management have noted certain factors that can trigger migraines, such as: Not eating enough or skipping meals Eating salty or processed foods Alcohol