Migraine Facts

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The World Health Organization named migraine as one of the 10 most disabling illnesses.
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For more than 90% of those affected, migraine interferes with education, career and social activities.
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Migraine impacts more than 37 million men, women and children in the United States.
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Migraine costs the United States more than $20 billion each year.
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Migraine will affect 30% of women over a lifetime.
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Migraine is estimated to affect 144 million people worldwide.
How do you know you might have a migraine? If you have two or more of these symptoms, it’s time to talk to your doctor about your headaches.
- Headache that is moderately or severely painful
- Headache pain gets worse with physical activity
- A headache that is throbbing and is often worse on one side
- A headache that causes you to miss school, work or other activities
- Increased sensitivity to light, sound or smells during a headache
- A long-lasting headache (4-48 hours if untreated)
Treatment Options
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