by Sue Robbins | Jun 27, 2016 | Migraine
Migraines are much more prevalent in women than men. Although the reasons for this gender difference are not fully understood, some researchers believe that a female hormone – estrogen – might play a role. New research examines this potential relationship...
by Sue Robbins | Apr 20, 2016 | Headache Drugs
The following list of factors are used when deciding what headache medications to use…. Frequency and severity of headache Previous response to various medications Sensitivity and side effects from the medications Psychiatric comorbidities and insomnia medical...
by Sue Robbins | Apr 9, 2016 | Migraine
Joanna Klein, a writer for The New York Times” points out that a misconception still exists that migraines are psychological manifestations of women’s inability to manage stress and emotions. She explains some of the history behind this notion, and the...
by Sue Robbins | Mar 28, 2016 | Headache Drugs
Wsj.com reporter Jonathan D. Rockoff reports on new medicines, now in late stages of development for migraine pain… Researchers are unlocking some of the mysteries surrounding migraines, raising hopes for a new class of treatments. Millions of patients who...
by Sue Robbins | Mar 23, 2016 | Migraine
Howard Jacobs, MD, Pediatrician, University of Maryland, Baltimore, shares his views on helping improve the life of the migraineur, as well as the family…. Most migraine sufferers will tell you that their migraines are worsened by stress. Stress can come from a...
