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A University of Mississippi study is drawing attention to migraine in HIV patients. The study, first published online in November, points out that chronic migraine is a chronic problem for those with HIV. 200 HIV / AIDS patients were a part of the study. 53.5% reported headache symptoms. 14.56% met the criteria for episodic or [...]
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It shouldn’t be surprising that exercise is a migraine-fighter, but a recent study published in the journal Cephalalgia in October helps to put the benefits in perspective. Walking – an excellent way to start The study of 91 women who had migraine attacks with headache 2-8 times per week. The migraineurs were split into three [...]
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You’re all ready to enjoy that special day – and then Cousin Mig arrives. You know what I’m talking about – a migraine attack when you least want it. A very special day, lost. Well, 15 chronic migraine sufferers in the USA will have a chance to win a recreation of that moment they missed. [...]
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Of course there is no treatment that helps everyone, but another study (published in Neurology) has shown that Botox treatment for migraine does help some – and help them in real ways. You see, some treatments and medications can really cut down on the number of migraine attacks someone has, and yet not really be [...]
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Yesterday the FDA in the United States officially approved Botox for use with chronic migraine patients. This follows a similar approval in Britain for Botox this past summer. This is a continuation of an up-and-down roller-coaster ride for the controversial treatment. Read more in the New York Times article: Botox Shots Approved for Migraine. This [...]
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