atrocities. 1  1 : a shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation the atrocities of war. 2  2 : the quality or state of being atrocious â¦ the paralysing atrocity of the thought which occupied her. â Joseph Conrad.
Drugs called triptans that are used to treat migraines and cluster headaches can also treat menstrual migraines. They shrink blood vessels and fight pain. You'll probably need to take medicine 1 to 2 days before your period starts until it's over. Some women need to take both a triptan and an NSAID.
Premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, describes symptoms a woman may have a few days before her menstrual cycle, including tender breasts, bloating, cramps, mood swings, and headaches. Lifestyle changes and drugs can often help relieve PMS. Select an Article.