Migraine Aura: A Rare Sign of Hidden Lymphoma

Research Summary

A recent case report in Case Reports in Neurology highlights a rare presentation of intravascular large B-cell lymphoma, a fatal lymphoma usually challenging to diagnose due to nonspecific symptoms. This cancer generally appears in less than 1 case per 1 million people annually. The report details a 62-year-old woman whose initial symptoms mimicked a migraine with aura, a unique presentation not previously documented. Despite normal initial lab results and imaging suggestive of multiple sclerosis, a brain biopsy confirmed the lymphoma. Unfortunately, she passed away 7 months later, underscoring the importance of considering this rare disease in similar cases of rapidly worsening neurological symptoms.

Study Details

📄 Title: Intravascular Large B-Cell Lymphoma Presenting as Migraine with Aura: A Case Report.

👥 Research Team: Moseley S, Fekete R

📚 Published In: Case Rep Neurol

📅 Publication Date: 2025 Jan-Dec

⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This summary is generated automatically from recent migraine research. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice.