Are there different types of migraines and what can be done to help the pain? In this video, Dr. Matthew Fink talks about the difference between episodic and chronic migraines. Migraines are different from the average headache due to the pain being focused to one spot of the head and lasting a longer time. Episodic migraines last 14 days or less, while chronic migraines last for 15 days or more. He also explains how to alleviate and prevent migraines in the future by having a healthy diet and getting enough sleep.