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Migraine and vertigo--a prospective diary study.
Sabine Salhofer1, Doris Lieba-Samal, Elisabeth Freydl
1Department of Neurology, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria.
Cephalalgia : an International Journal of Headache
|July 22, 2010
Summary
Migrainous vertigo (MV) affects 16% of migraine sufferers, often occurring with headaches and head motion intolerance. This condition is linked to increased anxiety, depression, and poor sleep quality in patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Otolaryngology
Background:
- Vertigo and dizziness are common in migraine patients.
- Migrainous vertigo (MV) is a distinct condition requiring further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To prospectively investigate migrainous vertigo (MV) using patient diaries.
- To determine the prevalence and characteristics of MV in migraineurs.
Main Methods:
- 146 migraine patients completed interviews, questionnaires, and a 30-day symptom diary.
- Migrainous vertigo (MV) and non-migrainous vertigo/dizziness (non-MV) were diagnosed based on diary entries.
Main Results:
- The 1-month prevalence of MV was 15.5% and non-MV was 30.2%.
- MV occurred more frequently and lasted longer on headache days.
- Head motion intolerance was a key feature of MV, which was associated with higher rates of anxiety, depression, and poorer sleep quality.
Conclusions:
- Vertigo and dizziness are frequent symptoms in migraineurs.
- Migrainous vertigo (MV) is prevalent and linked to specific triggers and comorbidities.
- MV is a risk factor for comorbid anxiety in migraine patients.
