Migraines and Menopause: Navigating Hormonal Shifts Safely
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Research Summary
This narrative review from the journal Headache explores how migraines shift as women transition through menopause, influenced by estrogen fluctuations. Migraines are three times more common in women, and these hormonal changes during perimenopause can increase migraine frequency and unpredictability. While migraines without aura may improve after menopause, those with aura often persist and heighten the risk of stroke. Treatment complexities arise from midlife comorbidities like mood disorders and metabolic disease. The review highlights that low-dose transdermal estrogen is safer than oral forms, and newer treatments like CGRP monoclonal antibodies offer non-vasoconstrictive options. Multidisciplinary, menopause-informed care is vital.
Study Details
👥 Research Team: Korn TF, Bernstein C
📚 Published In: Headache
📅 Publication Date: 2026 Apr 3
⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This summary is generated automatically from recent migraine research. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice.