India, Oct. 6 -- Migraines are often dismissed as a common headache or stress-related discomfort, but not all head pain is harmless. Persistent, severe, or unusual migraines can sometimes signal underlying health issues that need urgent attention. Dr Rahul Chawla, Neurologist at AIIMS Delhi, shared in his October 4 Instagram post that certain migraines could be more than just headache, they may signal serious conditions such as a brain tumour. (Also read: Neurosurgeon with 33 years of experience shares 'secret to staying calm' when life gets stressful: 'Strong minds train.' )

He explains this with a recent case, "A 45-year-old man had been suffering from migraines for 20 years, well controlled on medication. He had stopped taking his mig...