Thursday, June 20, 2013

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KAT
08/18/09
KAT
Category: Migraine , Migraine Aura

Stroke risk for women over 45 on birth control pills who have migraines with aura?

Hi,   I recently had my annual pelvic exam with a new doctor and she raised a concern about my OCP use since I get migraines with visual disturbance (flashing zigzag lines).  I am 45 and have been taking birth control pills and getting migraines since I was in my…

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