Master Your Migraine

Migraines are classified as either “common” or “classic”. Common migraines do not have any warning symptoms, while classic migraines do have a warning (the aura). Migraines are in fact a neurovascular ailment, or one relating to the blood supply of the brain. (more…)

Migraines are 3 times more common among women. In the United States, about 18% of women and 6% of men have a migraine at some time each year. Migraines are thought to be caused by blood vessels in the brain expanding and activating nerves, which then stimulate pain receptors. Hormones, which are found in the blood, can increase and decrease the size of blood vessels. (more…)