neurology - final Flashcards by Mithila Thasan | Brainscape

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definition of migraine

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recurrent throbbing headache often preceded by an aura & associated with nausea, vomiting and visual changes

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triggers/aetiology of migraines

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stress
bright lights
strong smells
certain foods (chocolate, cheese, caffeine, red wines, cirtrus fruits)
lack of food/dehydration
menstruation
abnormal sleep patterns
trauma
alcohol
COCP
orgasms
exercsie

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epidemiology and RFs of migraines

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more common in females
onset before 40yrs - majority of migraines onset at teenage
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