Headache & Migraine
Literature Review
Retinal Perfusion Is Reduced During Migraine Attacks
OCTA-derived measurements of retinal perfusion and related parameters are being studied as potential migraine biomarkers.
Conference Coverage
Building a Toolkit for the Treatment of Acute Migraine
News
Which migraine medications are most effective?
“Our findings that triptans, ergots, and antiemetics are the most effective classes of medications align with the guideline recommendations and...
Conference Coverage
PFO closure may reduce migraine days and prevent stroke
After some negative studies with PFO closure, attention is returning to this strategy for migraine prevention.
Conference Coverage
Drugs to prevent versus those to treat migraine might not share targets
The distinct molecular events in each phase of migraine suggest the prevention and treatment targets differ.
Conference Coverage
Adolescents with migraine need smooth handoff to adult care
One goal of migraine management in adolescents and young adults should be to prevent adulthood chronicity.
Expert Perspective
Switching Patients From a Triptan to a Gepant for Acute Migraine Care and Effective Preventives
Conference Coverage
Avoid adding to minority stress when treating headache in LGBTQIA+ patients
To address headache in LBGTQIA+ patients, inclusive behavior can set the stage of collaboration toward control.
News
Are migraine preventives underused in young adults?
While researchers suggest their findings could show underuse of preventive migraine medications in young adults, an expert notes the reality is...