- Find
- Manage
- Resources
Vessel Ischemic Cerebral Migraine
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is when a person has
A TIA is often considered a warning sign that a true stroke may happen in the future if something is not done to prevent it.
Alternative Names
Mini stroke; TIA; Little stroke
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is caused by temporary disturbance of blood supply to an area of the brain. This results in a sudden, brief decrease in...
Read moreMore information on "Vessel Ischemic Cerebral Migraine"
From Our Experts
Diagnosed with Cerebral Migrainal Infarctions: Documented in men?
Full Question: I'm a 37 year old MALE and everywhere I read I read of frequency of Migraines in women, but not so much in men. I've had... Read more »
Migraine Term of the Day: Ischemic Stroke
When we're looking at Migraine and headache information, whether it's from our doctor, a book, or an online article, we sometimes come... Read more »
Treatment to reverse the damage resulting from a migraine related...
Full Question: Is there any treatment to reverse the damage resulting from a migraine related cerebral infarct? The symptoms are mainly... Read more »
12/3/07 #9: Treatment to reverse damage from a migraine related...
Full Question:Is there any treatment to reverse the damage resulting from a migraine related cerebral infarct? The symptoms are mainly... Read more »
8/13/07 #5: Surgery for Migraine - stent for blood vessels?
Full Question:Is there any surgical procedure to remedy migraines similar to the procedure used for heart patients, whereby a stint is used... Read more »
From Our Sources
Ischemic Stroke: Migraine and Headache Glossary
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... Read more »
Is Migraine a Progressive Brain Disease
The January 28, 2004, issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) included an article that captured the attention of the media... Read more »
Stroke Prognosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
People at risk and partners or caretakers of people at risk for stroke should be aware of its typical symptoms. The stroke victim should get to the... Read more »
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? A transient ischemic attack (TIA), sometimes called a mini-stroke, is an episode of stroke-like symptoms that usually last less than one... Read more »
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Article updated and reviewed by Associate Professor of Medicine / Neurology, Cooper University Hospital & Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.... 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.
