- Find
- Manage
- Resources
Migraine Headache Stroke
An ischemic stroke occurs when the blood supply to the part of the brain is suddenly interrupted. The symptoms of stroke are easy to spot:
-
sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body;
-
sudden confusion or trouble speaking or understanding speech;
-
sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes;
-
sudden trouble walking;
-
dizziness;
-
loss of balance or coordination.
Brain cells die when they no longer receive oxygen and nutrients from the blood or when they are...
Read moreMore information on "Migraine Headache Stroke"
From Our Experts
Ignoring Headaches and Migraines Can Spell Danger
"More people died from Migrainous Stroke last year than were murdered by handguns." Unfortunately, those who suffer with Migraine disease... Read more »
Migraine Question of the Week, 2/9/11
Our readers ask some great questions about Migraine disease and other headache disorders here on MyMigraineConnection. Teri and I both... Read more »
Top 10 Migraine & Headache Question for 2/28/11
Do you have questions about headaches or Migraines? Many of our readers do, and each week, and Dr. John Claude Krusz and Teri Robert answer... Read more »
Migraine and Stroke: World Stroke Day
We've learned that having Migraines increases our risk of stroke. That makes it even more important for us to learn about stroke and... Read more »
05/21/07 #1: Migraines mimicing stroke, minimal pain. Is this a...
Full Question: I've been having Migraines for 12 years practically every day, they mimic a stroke, I can't talk, walk, my eyes water and my... Read more »
From Our Sources
Headache Before Stroke More Common in Migraineurs
"Headache is a common clinical symptom preceding or accompanying stroke, and migraine patients have a greater probability of complaining of... Read more »
Ignoring Headaches and Migraines Can Spell Danger
. . . more people died from Migrainous Stroke last year than were murdered by handguns.1 Unfortunately, those who suffer with Migraine disease or... Read more »
Migraine with aura can double stroke risk
Women who get migraine headaches with aura may be at double the risk of a stroke, researchers say. Sufferers who were under 45, smoked, and used oral... Read more »
Migraine Appears to Double Stroke Risk: Study
Migraine patients are almost twice as likely to suffer a stroke caused by a blood clot, an analysis of 21 studies confirms. Researchers say they're... Read more »
Migraine Plus High BP May Raise Stroke Risk: Expert
According to one expert, people who suffer from migraines and high blood pressure could be more likely to suffer a stroke than those who only have... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
