Medical Update: Migraine Headaches Diagnosis and Treatment-Medical Update: Migraine Headaches Diagnosis and Treatment

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The lecture features Dr. Tisha Mae Monteith, a renowned expert in neurology, specializing in migraines. Dr. Monteith discusses migraine as a common and debilitating neurological disorder, outlining its impact on individuals and society. The talk emphasizes the importance of accurately diagnosing migraines and understanding their presentation, including triggers and symptoms like auras. The lecture highlights different treatment strategies, including both non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions. Breakthrough treatments such as anti-CGRP (calcitonin gene-related peptide) therapies are discussed as effective options with minimal side effects. Dr. Monteith advises that recognizing migraine patterns can guide the selection of appropriate management strategies, aiming to diminish frequent migraine incidents and medication overuse headache. The discussion also touches on challenges, such as barriers to accessing specialized care, and the interaction of migraines with other health conditions. Key points include the need for tailored patient approaches and the potential for new therapies to become first-line treatments due to their efficacy and tolerability. Audience questions explore areas like the role of lifestyle, cannabis, and nutritional factors in managing migraine.

Keywords

migraine

headache management

medication overuse

CGRP inhibitors

neurology

treatment strategies

genetic influences

lifestyle modifications

social determinants

addiction disorders

anti-CGRP therapies

diagnosis

triggers and symptoms

patient management

specialized care

lifestyle factors

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