Treating the Symptoms. 1  1. Take time off to take care of your health. 2  2. Get to a dark, quiet place. 3  3. Treat nausea or diarrhea if present.  4. Stay 1  hydrated. 5. Apply an ice pack.  6. Take a 1  nap. 7. Massage yourself.  8. Try 1  acupuncture. 9. Use lavender  oil. 10. Be aware of the migraine postdrome.