Approximately 15% of the general population is affected by migraines, with a female to male ratio of approximately 4 to 1. Migraines are one of the most common causes of work disability.
Up to 30% of people may present with a migraine aura that can consist of nausea, vomiting, vertigo, or light and sound sensitivity, with visual phenomena such as blurriness, colored orbs, flashing lights, zig-zag lines, and cross-hatched crescent shapes that may precede or accompany a pounding headache.
There are triggers to migraines including alcohol, strong odors such as perfumes, barometric weather changes, and monthly cycles as the most common. A migraine may exist as a pounding headache with or without auras. There are instances where the aura is experienced but not the headache. It is important that you consult with your physician for an appropriate referral to a qualified neurologist.
Tulsa Neurospecialists offer quality treatments for these conditions. During your evaluation, you should discuss the onset, frequency, location, quality, and triggers of your migraine. It is also important to discuss your family history and what medications have worked as well as the ones that have not. Please call today to learn more.
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