10 Questions
What is the approximate percentage of women affected by migraine?
15%
Which theory attributes migraine pain to changes in serotonin levels?
Biochemical changes theory
What percentage of migraines are classified as Classical Migraine or Migraine with AURA?
20-25%
Which of the following is NOT listed as a trigger for migraine?
Excessive caffeine intake
What type of hallucinations can be experienced during an aura preceding a migraine?
All of the above
Which type of migraine presents with vomiting and may or may not have aura symptoms?
Common Migraine
What is a key factor in nonpharmacological management of migraines?
Avoiding headache triggers
Which of the following is NOT listed as a preventive therapy for migraines?
Frequent use of abortive treatments
What is the main characteristic that distinguishes Classical Migraine from Common Migraine?
Inclusion of focal neurological events
What is one of the triggers for migraines related to sleep?
Irregular sleep patterns
Explore the various aspects of migraine headaches including causes, symptoms like severe pain, nausea, and sensitivity to stimuli, as well as triggers that can lead to an episode. Understand the pathophysiology involving vascular theory, muscular tension, and biochemical changes like serotonin levels.
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