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posted 08/03/2008, comments (2)

Gene Linked To Migraine and Increased Stroke Risk

It's a double-edged Migraine sword. Researchers have identified a gene that may lessen the risk of Migraine with aura (MWA), but for women who have MWA and carry the MTHFR 677TT genotype, the risk of ischemic stroke is substantially increased. This news comes from study findings reported in the July 30, 2008, online issue of Neurology®, the... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/03/2008, comments (3)

Depression Not Linked to Increased Risk of Stroke

Given the number of Migraineurs who also experience depression and the increased stroke risk that Migraine presents, I thought you would be interested in this article... Studies have shown that stroke often leads to depression, but the evidence from those studies has been mixed as to whether depression could lead to stroke. Now, according... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/03/2008, comments (0)

Migraine and Headache Questions, Week of 3/3/08

Do you have questions about headaches or Migraines? Many of our readers do, and each week, and Dr. John Claude Krusz and Teri Robert answer some of them. Dr. Krusz is a world recognized headache and Migraine expert, often conducting groundbreaking research at his clinic in Dallas. Here are this week's questions and answers...Migraine with... Read more Chevron

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3/3/08 #1 - Migraine with aura and increased stroke risk?

Full Question:I have migraines with aura which go away in 15-20 minutes. I do not get pain with these. I have read articles that some studies have been done which indicate that persons with migraine aura are more susceptible to strokes. What does your information tell us about this? Bonnie. Answer: Dear Bonnie; Data... Read more Chevron

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