Abdominal migraine in adults. Case reports.

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Gastroenterology

Background:

• The link between headache and gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms is characteristic of migraine, aiding diagnosis.
• Diagnosing migraine solely on GI symptoms without headache presents significant challenges.

Observation:

• Isolated GI symptoms can mimic various abdominal conditions, complicating differential diagnosis.
• This diagnostic difficulty can lead to delayed treatment and patient distress.

Findings:

• The study highlights three adult cases of migraine presenting as "abdominal equivalents."
• These cases underscore the variability of migraine presentation.

Implications:

• Increased awareness of migraine as a cause of isolated GI symptoms is needed.
• Prompt diagnosis of abdominal equivalents can prevent unnecessary investigations and improve patient outcomes.