Latest Migraine & Headache Research
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Persistence and Reasons for Treatment Discontinuation of Anti-CGRP Therapies in Migraine Prophylaxis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Real-World Studies.
Anti-CGRP therapies are important for preventing migraines. This study looked at how long patients stay on these treatments. It also examined why some patients stop using them. Researchers gathered data from various…
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Illness Perception and its Association with Emotional Distress Among Adults with Migraine: A Cross-Sectional Study.
between 18 and 40 years. The study found that negative illness perceptions were linked to higher emotional distress. Participants with a more severe view of their migraine experienced increased anxiety and…
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Preliminary study on the cerebral blood flow regulation function in migraine patients using transcranial Doppler ultrasound.
This study looked at how migraine affects blood flow in the brain. Researchers used transcranial Doppler ultrasound to measure this function. They compared migraine patients with healthy volunteers. The results…
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Comparative efficacy of AAC and ibuprofen versus lasmiditan, ubrogepant, and rimegepant for the acute treatment of episodic migraine in adults: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.
This study compares the effectiveness of over-the-counter (OTC) migraine treatments with newer prescription medications. Researchers analyzed data from 25 randomized controlled trials (RCTs). They focused on how well…
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Therapeutic Applications of rTMS in Migraine Prophylaxis.
Migraine is a significant cause of disability, especially for young adults. Many patients benefit from recent preventive therapies, but some still struggle with treatment. Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation…
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Mitochondrial migraine: A multicenter study based on mitochondrial diseases presenting as encephalopathy and/or myopathy.
This study looked at migraine in patients with mitochondrial disease (MD). Mitochondrial diseases affect how cells produce energy. The researchers wanted to see if migraines are linked to mitochondrial problems. They…
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Anti-calcitonin gene-related peptide treatments in women's health: Gaps and clinical evidence in menstrual-related migraine, pregnancy, lactation, and hormonal contraception: A narrative review.
This research paper reviews the use of anti-calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) treatments for women. It focuses on menstrual-related migraines and their impact during pregnancy, lactation, and while using…
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Efficacy and Safety of Erenumab in the Preventive and Therapeutic Treatment of Patients Suffering From Migraine.
Erenumab is a new medication aimed at preventing migraines. It works by blocking a specific receptor involved in migraine attacks. This study reviewed six clinical trials with 3,403 participants. Researchers looked…
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Migraine care in the digital era: social listening insights and neurologists' perspectives from Türkiye.
This study looked at how people in Turkey talk about migraines online. Researchers analyzed 2,500 entries on a health platform from 2007 to 2023. They also spoke to 10 neurologists who specialize in headaches. The…
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The association between sleep duration and migraine frequency, disability, and perceived stress in the Headache Assessment via a Digital Platform in United States (HeAD-US) study.
This study looked at how sleep duration affects migraines in adults. Researchers analyzed data from 6,267 people using the Migraine Buddy App. Participants reported their average sleep duration and migraine symptoms…
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Morphometric Analysis of the Corpus Callosum in Relation to Adult Migraine: Association with Disease Duration and Clinical Disability.
Migraine is more than just a headache; it can change brain structure. This study looked at the corpus callosum, a key brain area for communication. Researchers compared the brains of 101 migraine patients to those…
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Glymphatic-Hippocampal Axis Alterations Across the Migraine-Medication Exposure Continuum: A Multi-modal Neuroimaging Study.
This research studied how migraine and medication overuse affect brain function. Researchers looked at 149 participants, including healthy individuals and those with migraines. They divided participants into four…
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Cognitive functions in patients with vestibular migraine: Is there any difference from patients with migraine headaches only?
This study explored cognitive functions in patients with vestibular migraine (VM) compared to those with migraine headaches only (MO). Researchers tested 97 participants, including 34 with VM, 31 with MO, and 32…
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The role of immature granulocytes as a novel biomarker in migraine: a prospective tertiary-care study.
the frequency and severity of migraine attacks were also examined. The study found that IG levels were significantly higher during migraine attacks compared to interictal periods. Additionally, these levels…
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Improvements in Patient-Reported Outcome Measures Through 64 Weeks' Rimegepant Treatment for Migraine: Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial with Open-Label Extension.
In a recent study, researchers examined how rimegepant improves migraine treatment over 64 weeks. This involved 741 participants, mostly women, aged about 41 years. The study had two phases: a 12-week double-blind…
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Late-Onset Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy With Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy (CADASIL) Presenting With Abnormal MRI Findings and Migraine: A Case Report.
CADASIL is a hereditary condition affecting blood vessels in the brain. It usually appears in mid-adulthood with migraines, strokes, and cognitive decline. Late-onset cases are rare and can be hard to diagnose. This…
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Clinical and audiovestibular findings in pediatric vestibular migraine spectrum disorders.
Vestibular migraine in children is a common cause of dizziness. This study looked at children diagnosed with vestibular migraine and related disorders. Researchers analyzed data from 32 patients aged 5 to 17 years…
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Migraine attack prediction using wearable biosensor data.
Many people with migraines struggle to manage their attacks effectively. This often leads to missed workdays and reduced social activities. Identifying reliable signs of an upcoming migraine is crucial. Researchers…
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A Global Perspective on Migraine Attack Triggers: Understanding Differences Across Lifestyles, Religions, and Regions.
This research paper explores migraine triggers and how they vary worldwide. Experts from 11 countries collaborated to define these triggers. They reviewed existing literature and findings on triggers that occur…
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Aspirin for the prevention of migraine in pregnancy: a retrospective, descriptive case series from a tertiary centre.
This study looked at how low-dose aspirin might help prevent migraines in pregnant women. Researchers reviewed medical records from a London clinic between January 2020 and August 2023. They focused on 73 pregnant…