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Migraine: clinical features and diagnosis
R Berliner1, S Solomon, L C Newman
1Headache and Research Institute, Bronx, NY 10467, USA.
Comprehensive Therapy
|October 16, 1999
Summary
Migraine is a recurrent headache syndrome often accompanied by aura. Identifying triggers like foods and stress is key for management and differentiating it from other headache types.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Clinical Medicine
Background:
- Migraine is a complex neurological syndrome characterized by recurrent headaches.
- Headaches can occur with or without aura, impacting quality of life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define migraine and its common triggers.
- To emphasize the importance of differential diagnosis in headache disorders.
Main Methods:
- Clinical description and differentiation of migraine.
- Review of common migraine triggers.
Main Results:
- Migraine is defined by recurrent headaches, with or without aura.
- Identified triggers include dietary factors, hormonal fluctuations, and psychological stressors.
Conclusions:
- Accurate diagnosis of migraine is essential.
- Differentiating migraine from other headache disorders and secondary causes is crucial for effective management.