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3D-Neuronavigation In Vivo Through a Patient's Brain During a Spontaneous Migraine Headache
Published on: June 2, 2014
Migraine headaches: diagnosis and management
1NY Empire Medical, 98-76 Queens Blvd., Rego Park, NY 11374, USA. hilla_abel@hotmail.com
Optometry (St. Louis, Mo.)
|March 7, 2009
Summary
Migraine headaches, a common patient complaint, may have visual causes. Optometrists can aid migraine sufferers through examination, advice, and optical management.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Neurology
Background:
- Headaches are a frequent patient complaint to optometrists.
- Migraines are a common type of headache, often accompanied by visual disturbances.
- Patients may question the visual origins of their headaches or the normalcy of visual auras.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide optometrists with current information on managing patients with migraines.
- To address common patient concerns regarding headaches and visual auras.
Main Methods:
- A literature review was conducted on migraine.
- The review synthesized current information on migraine epidemiology, pathophysiology, categorization, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment.
Main Results:
- The review covers key aspects of migraines, including their occurrence, underlying mechanisms, classification, symptoms, and therapeutic strategies.
- Understanding these elements is crucial for effective patient management.
Conclusions:
- Optometrists play a vital role in assisting patients with migraines.
- This assistance can involve comprehensive eye examinations, informed advice, appropriate referrals to specialists, and optical interventions when suitable.
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