You’re Not Imagining It: Migraine’s Strange Symptoms Explained
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Key Questions
- Are headaches the only significant symptoms of migraine disease?
- Does migraine affect other parts of the body besides the brain?
- Do the different stages of a migraine attack present with different symptoms?
- What is happening in the brain to cause non-headache symptoms?
- What role do allodynia and central sensitization play in migraine?
- What is migraine aura?
- Can symptoms of migraine disease be mistaken for symptoms of other disorders?
- What are some of the less common symptoms of migraine disease?
- When should a person seek emergency care for unusual symptoms?
- What future research is most promising for treating migraine as a systemic condition?
Interview Notes
- Jessica Ailani, MD
- American Headache Society
- American Migraine Foundation
- Study: “Effect of ubrogepant on patient-reported outcomes when administered during the migraine prodrome: Results from the randomized PRODROME trial”
Treatments Mentioned
- CGRP inhibitors
- Neuromodulation devices
- Physical therapy/physiotherapy
- Ubrogepant (Ubrelvy)
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Disclaimer: The Migraine World Summit aims to bring you a variety of perspectives and expertise, free from bias or judgment. Alternative theories presented in this video have not been medically reviewed. Views expressed in this interview do not necessarily represent the views of the Migraine World Summit. Please always consult your health care professional and do your own research before making changes to your treatment plan. Captions are auto-generated and may contain errors.
Jessica Ailani, MD, FAHS, FAAN
Director
MedStar Georgetown Headache Center
Dr. Jessica Ailani is board certified in neurology, with added certifications in neurology and headache. She is a professor of clinical neurology and vice co-chair of strategic planning for MedStar’s Georgetown University Hospital.
In addition, she is director of the MedStar Georgetown Headache Center. She is a specialist in headache and women’s health and is dedicated to patient education. Dr. Ailani is also a member of several professional societies, as well as a fellow of the American Headache Society and the American Academy of Neurology.
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