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Migraine: An Underestimated Neurological Condition Affecting Billions
Jatin Gupta1, Sagar S Gaurkar2
1Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, Wardha, IND.
Cureus
|September 28, 2022
Summary
Migraine is a common neurological disorder causing severe headaches, affecting over a billion people globally. Understanding its triggers, diagnosis, and available treatments, including medication and lifestyle changes, is key to effective management.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Public Health
Background:
- Migraine is a leading cause of disability worldwide, impacting over a billion individuals.
- This neurological condition is characterized by persistent, lifelong headaches and is influenced by genetic, behavioral, and ecological factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the causes of migraine headaches.
- To review diagnostic approaches for migraine.
- To describe available management and treatment alternatives for migraine.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of migraine causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Analysis of diagnostic reliance on patient history.
- Examination of various therapeutic interventions.
Main Results:
- Migraine has multiple triggers including stress, environmental changes, and lifestyle factors.
- Diagnosis primarily depends on thorough patient history.
- Treatment options include analgesics, triptans, ergot derivatives, biologics, and lifestyle modifications.
Conclusions:
- Migraine is a complex neurological disorder with diverse triggers and phases.
- Effective management requires accurate diagnosis, appropriate medication, and essential lifestyle adjustments.
- Early reporting of symptoms to a physician is crucial for optimal patient care and management.
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