Full Question:
What experiences have you had with Acephalgic or Silent Migraine?
Specifically, duration of the cycle and treatment to break the cycle?
Thank you, George.
Answer:
Dear George;
Acephalgic Migraine is still a Migraine attack. It just skips the headache phase. The Migrainous process is still occurring in the brain.
A Migraine, including acephalgic Migraine, generally lasts four to 72 hours. If it's refractory, not responding to treatment, IV infusion therapy will...
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