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Migraine in Women
Susan W Broner1, Sarah Bobker1, Louise Klebanoff1
1Department of Neurology, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, New York.
Seminars in Neurology
|December 23, 2017
Summary
Migraine disproportionately affects women, with hormonal influences playing a key role throughout their lives. This review details hormonal impacts on migraine, aiding practitioners in managing this neurological disorder.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Endocrinology
- Women's Health
Background:
- Migraine is a prevalent neurological disorder with a 3:1 female-to-male ratio, particularly after puberty.
- Estrogen's hormonal influence is significant, though migraine pathophysiology remains incompletely understood.
- Hormonal fluctuations across the female lifespan impact migraine frequency and severity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current understanding of migraine in women, focusing on hormonal influences.
- To explore migraine epidemiology, pathophysiology, and treatment strategies.
- To examine migraine during key reproductive and hormonal transition periods.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of recent studies on migraine and hormonal factors.
- Analysis of epidemiological data and pathophysiological mechanisms.
- Evaluation of treatment strategies and risks associated with exogenous hormone use.
Main Results:
- Migraine prevalence increases in women post-puberty, linked to estrogen fluctuations.
- Specific considerations for migraine during pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, perimenopause, and menopause are discussed.
- Risks and benefits of exogenous hormone therapy and stroke risk in women with migraine aura are reviewed.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the hormonal basis of migraine in women is crucial for effective management.
- Tailored treatment strategies are needed for different life stages and hormonal states.
- Further research is warranted to optimize care for women experiencing migraine.
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