Does high cholesterol and high LDL have a connection with migranes?
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Q: Does high cholesterol contribute to migranes?
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11/ 3/08 4:58pm
I've not seen anything in the medical literature directly linking cholesterol levels to Migraines. However, it is possible for their to be some indirect connections. For one, anything that impacts our overhealth can impact Migraines. When our health is compromised, we can be more susceptible to our Migraine triggers.
Additionally, there is some research showing that Migraine disease can increase our risk of stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. It's nothing to become overly concerned over, but it is good reason to work with our doctors to reduce modifiable risk factors including cholesterol levels.
Here are some links with additional information:
• Migraine Disease Linked To Cardiovascular Disease in Men
• Migraine With Aura Linked To Cardiovacular Disease in Women
Hope this helps!
Teri
2/ 2/09 6:04pm
I have been a 19 year sufferer with migranes and have discovered recently that I have high bad colesterol. Is there any medical evidence that high bad colesterol can cause you to have more migranes?
2/18/09 2:51am
I am not sure if this will help but my blood work came up with slightly high cholesterol and my gp said that could of been contributing to my headaches.
hope that helps a little
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I have a history of Migraine headaches. This past week I have not been able to get rid of it even with taking prescription medicine (Maxalt). A friend of mine asked me this week if my Cholestral had been checked. Is this a symptom?