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chronic migraine

When Menstrually Related Migraine isn’t Alone

by James on 6 April 2009

Menstrual Migraine is usually split into two categories.  First, True Menstrual Migraine which, at least 90% of the time, hits during your period.  Second, Menstrually Related Migraine (MRM), which can occur other times of the month, but do seem to be related to hormonal changes.
Obviously the second category is a lot more vague.  Are all the [...]

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Simple surgery for chronic headache

by James on 18 February 2008

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A simple surgery is being researched that may bring significant relief to those suffering from chronic headaches.  The small trial showed an increase in "quality of life" of 250% over 12 months.
The study involved 42 women and 13 men with chronic migraine.  What was done?  Certain superficial blood vessels on the scalp [...]

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