Understanding Migraine and Headaches

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What is the second leading cause of disability?

  • Tension headache
  • Cluster headache
  • Migraine without aura
  • Migraine with aura (correct)

How many attacks are required for diagnosing Migraine with Aura?

  • At least 5 attacks
  • At least 2 attacks (correct)
  • At least 3 attacks
  • At least 1 attack

What is a characteristic of Typical Aura?

  • Can occur before or with the migraine but shouldn’t last longer than 60 minutes (correct)
  • Always occurs after the migraine starts
  • Lasts for several hours
  • Is not associated with any specific symptoms

What are the common noxious chemicals released in Migraine?

<p>NO, glutamate, all things that cause inflammation and irritation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence ratio of migraines between females and males?

<p>3:1 (female:male) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a tension headache?

<p>Aggravation by routine physical activity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key factor that determines the frequency and severity of migraines?

<p>Both environmental and genetic factors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of headache is often associated with known causes such as head trauma or stroke?

<p>Secondary headache (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence ratio of migraines between females and males?

<p>3:1 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the common symptoms used for diagnosing Migraine without Aura?

<p>Unilateral location, pulsating quality, aggravation by routine physical activity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible cause of Migraine according to the text?

<p>Neuronal and sensory processing issue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of headaches on family relationships according to the text?

<p>Inability to function in house e.g. unable to watch children (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many attacks are required for diagnosing Migraine with Aura?

<p>At least 2 attacks that are not attributed to another disorder (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of aura is characterized by numbness and pins and needles in some people?

<p>Motor aura (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of people experience reversible focal neurologic disruption during a migraine?

<p>25% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended maximum monthly dosage of caffeine for migraine sufferers?

<p>15 doses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter plays a key role in the mechanism of migraine formation?

<p>5HT (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main mechanism of action of 5HT Receptor Agonists (triptans) in the acute treatment of migraines?

<p>Vasoconstriction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration range for the headache associated with migraines?

<p>4 hours to 3 days (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many individual aura symptoms need to occur in succession to meet the diagnostic criteria for Migraine with Aura?

<p>2 or more (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of psychological symptom can occur as part of premonitory signs before a migraine?

<p>Mood changes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be limited to 2-3 times per week in abortive treatments for migraines?

<p>Limit abortive tx to 2-3x per week (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended regarding the sleep pattern for migraine management?

<p>Go to bed and wake up at regular times each day (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration range for a migraine headache?

<p>4 hours to 3 days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of symptom occurs in about 25% of people before a migraine, involving reversible focal neurologic disruption?

<p>Motor disturbances (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common physiological trigger for migraines according to the text?

<p>Hormonal fluctuations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of premonitory signs before a migraine?

<p>Euphoria is experienced by some individuals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended maximum monthly dosage of caffeine for migraine sufferers?

<p>15 doses per month (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter plays a key role in the mechanism of migraine formation?

<p>Serotonin (5HT) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a tension headache?

<p>Bilateral location with pressing or tightening quality (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main mechanism of action of 5HT Receptor Agonists (triptans) in the acute treatment of migraines?

<p>Vasoconstriction of cerebral vessels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>5HT activation results in inhibition of CGRP release, leading to vasoconstriction and inhibition of pain fibers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be limited to 2-3 times per week in abortive treatments for migraines?

<p>Triptans (&gt;10 doses per month) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible cause of Migraine according to the text?

<p>Processed meat consumption (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended regarding the sleep pattern for migraine management?

<p>Going to bed and waking up at regular times each day (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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