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Medication Overuse Headache

Medication Overuse Headache

In this post, we delve into the complexities of Medication Overuse Headache. Often triggered by frequent medication use, this condition significantly impacts those living with chronic migraine. Explore implicated medications and discover effective strategies for...
Taking Care of the Person with Migraine for Healthcare Providers

Taking Care of the Person with Migraine for Healthcare Providers

Health care providers play a crucial role in managing migraine patients effectively. This guide, “Taking Care of the Person with Migraine,” offers essential skills and strategies for clinicians to enhance patient care. From clear communication and varied...
What is menstrual migraine?

What is menstrual migraine?

Menstrual migraine is a subtype linked to hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle, causing severe attacks typically 2 days before and 3 days after menstruation starts. It includes pure menstrual migraine (only during menstruation) and menstrually-related...
Pregnancy & Migraine

Pregnancy & Migraine

Managing migraine during pregnancy presents unique challenges due to hormonal changes and the necessity to ensure the safety of both the mother and the unborn baby. Migraine often occurs during a woman’s reproductive years and can be influenced by...
Women, Hormones, and Migraine: An Overview

Women, Hormones, and Migraine: An Overview

Women often experience a profound link between hormones and migraine due to estrogen’s influential role. Research indicates that women are three times more likely than men to suffer from migraine, partly due to hormonal fluctuations. Estrogen, in particular,...
Migraine with Aura: An Overview

Migraine with Aura: An Overview

Migraine with aura is a unique and often perplexing condition that affects many individuals, including Shelly, whose experiences offer a glimpse into the complexities of this neurological phenomenon. In this comprehensive overview, we delve into what an aura is, the...