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Migraine in 746 patients with multiple sclerosis.
Yara Dadalti Fragoso1, Tarso Adoni2, Soniza V Alves-Leon3
1Universidade Metropolitana de Santos, MS & Headache Research, Santos SP, Brazil.
Arquivos De Neuro-Psiquiatria
|September 26, 2019
Summary
Migraine is common in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients, affecting over half of those surveyed. This disabling headache condition significantly impacts the quality of life for many individuals with MS.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neuroscience
- Public Health
Background:
- Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disease.
- Migraine frequently co-occurs with MS, increasing patient burden.
- Assessing migraine prevalence and impact in MS is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of migraine in patients with multiple sclerosis.
- To evaluate the disability burden associated with migraine in this population.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was distributed to patients diagnosed with MS attending specialized MS units.
- Participants who experienced headaches were invited to complete the survey.
- The ID-migraine tool and Migraine Disability Assessment questionnaire were utilized.
Main Results:
- Out of 746 complete responses, 54.1% of MS patients reported migraine.
- A moderate-to-high burden of migraine disability was observed in 68.3% of affected patients.
- The study included a majority of women (625) and individuals aged 20-40 (69%).
Conclusions:
- Migraine is a prevalent and disabling primary headache disorder in patients with multiple sclerosis.
- The findings highlight the significant impact of migraine on the lives of individuals living with MS.
