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Migraine Headaches

Migraine headaches are painful, throbbing headaches that last from 4 to 72 hours. When you have a migraine, it may be so painful that you are not able to do your usual activities; 90% of people can’t function normally with a migraine headache. While about 30 million Americans are affected by migraines, women are three times more likely than men to suffer from them.

Researchers have not identified what causes migraines; however, family history plays a significant role.

Certain triggers may cause a migraine to start. Your triggers may be different from someone else's. Some of the common triggers include:

  • Stress.
  • Not eating.
  • Poor sleep habits.
  • A change from your normal routine.
  • Red wine.
  • Cheese.
  • Monosodium glutamate (MSG).
  • Strong odors.
  • Chocolate.

Often times becoming familiar with one’s individual headache pattern and triggers can go a long way in preventing attacks. Headache experts also recommend having regular mealtimes, waking up at the same time each morning, not smoking, avoiding excessive caffeine, and regular exercise.


 


Migraine Headaches Self-Test

Find Out If You May Be a Candidate For a Migraine Research Study at PRI. 

In the boxes below, please indicate Yes, No or Not Applicable as appropriate.
 

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No

Not Applicable
Are you at least 18 years of age? *    
Do you have a history of seizures or any seizure disorder? *    
Are you currently pregnant or nursing a baby? *  

In the below boxes, indicate if you experience these symptoms: Never, Occasionally, or Frequently.
 
Never
Occasionally
Frequently
SYMPTOMS INCLUDE: A headache that starts as a dull pain usually on one side of the head that builds to a throbbing pain.
PHYSICAL PROBLEMS: Nausea/vomiting, sensitivity to light, sound, smells.
AURA: Blind spot, flashing lights, tunnel vision, constipation/diarrhea, cold, yawning, excessive sweating, nasal drainage, mood changes, intellectual disturbance (concentration difficulties), numbness.

 

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