One of the difficulties encountered at times when discussing Migraines occurs when a Migraineur is given a diagnosis that isn't actually accurate in diagnostic terms, but is really a descriptive term.
Such terms may be used fairly frequently, but they fall short of a diagnosis and may also be used differently from one doctor to another. That's one reason why most doctors diagnose based in the International Headache Society's International Classification of Headache Disorders, 2nd Edition...
Read moreFull Question: What experiences have you had with Acephalgic or Silent Migraine? Specifically, duration of the cycle and treatment to... Read more »
There's a good bit of confusion at times about whether you can have a Migraine without having a headache. The simplest answer is, "Yes."... Read more »
Full Question: For the past two years, I have been experiencing a strange visual disturbance in my left eye. Usually triggered by... Read more »
Full Question:Is it possible for an individual to have symptoms of different types of migraines? I have had migraines with aura but... Read more »
Full Question: I have gotten migraines in the past. Recently, I've been having aura symptoms without headache. My symptoms are... Read more »
It is a good idea to type and print your migraine diary before you see your doctor in order to keep it legible and clean. If you arrive prepared,... Read more »
A study published in the November 20, 2007, issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, indicates that people... Read more »
One of the best ways to manage migraines is to identify the foods, habits, and environmental factors that trigger them for you, and to avoid those as... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
GenderAbout 75% of all migraine sufferers are women. Although the incidence of migraine is similar for boys and girls during childhood, it increases... Read more »
Study results are again indicating that Migraineurs who experience frequent Migraine attacks and / or have a long history of Migraines are at... Read more »
Learn where Migraines begin with this easy to follow diagram.... Read more »