New Migraine Meds On The Horizon

New Migraine Meds On The Horizon

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...
The Impact of Family on Migraine

The Impact of Family on 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...
Migraines Worsen As Women Approach Menopause

Migraines Worsen As Women Approach Menopause

“Women have been telling their doctors that their migraine headaches worsen around menopause and now we have proof they were right,” says Vincent Martin, MD, professor of internal medicine in the University of Cincinnati’s (UC) Division of General...
In Smokers Only, Migraine Ups Stroke Risk

In Smokers Only, Migraine Ups Stroke Risk

New research shows that migraine is linked with an increased risk for stroke among active smokers, but not nonsmokers. Teshamae S. Monteith, MD, assistant professor of clinical neurology and chief of the Headache Division at the University of Miami’s Miller...
More Migraine Abortive Possibilities

More Migraine Abortive Possibilities

For other abortive possibilities, we would note in Heather’s chart the following: * If sumatriptan is not effective, it is worthwhile to use another triptan. Because triptans are far superior to our other choices, it is worthwhile to try at least 3 before giving...

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