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Alixandrea S
05/01/08

Can and MRI show where migraine pain takes place?

I have been trying to explain to my doctor where my migraines take place (have had them for two years) and im not to sure he understands. I am due to get two MRIs this week, and i was wondering if an MRI can show where pain takes place? I know this seems like a stupid qustion, But I'm not to sure…

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