Migraine Headaches Characteristics
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What is the main difference in how a migraine and an episodic migraine are described?

  • Duration and triggers
  • Intensity and location
  • Symptoms and severity
  • Frequency and time frames (correct)

Why is it important to differentiate between a chronic migraine and an episodic migraine?

  • Severity of pain
  • Different management approaches (correct)
  • Type of aura experienced
  • Underlying pathophysiology

What is the key role the trigeminal nerve pathways play in migraines?

  • Motor functions
  • Sensory perception only
  • Hormonal regulation
  • Activation leading to migraines (correct)

What is the primary cause of migraines according to the text?

<p>Abnormal activation of nerve pathways (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does abnormal activation of trigeminal nerve pathways lead to a migraine headache?

<p>Resulting in strong nerve activity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding the activation of trigeminal nerve pathways deemed important for academic purposes?

<p>To enhance knowledge and comprehension (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes migraines with aura?

<p>Accompanied by sensory disturbances before the headache (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes migraines without aura from migraines with aura?

<p>The presence or absence of sensory disturbances before the headache (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the frequency and intensity of migraines impact their classification into episodic or chronic categories?

<p>Frequency determines episodic or chronic classification; intensity determines management style (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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