A migraine is an intense headache that causes throbbing pain. Women are more likely to suffer from migraines, and a family history as well as triggers like certain foods and medication seem to be causes in some people. Often a person experiences their first migraine during adolescence. Pain from a migraine can last hours or even days.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Neurology
The Neurology Department offers a full spectrum of neurological care for all neurological disorders from epilepsy to headaches to Alzheimer’s disease. Our robust research program …
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Anesthesiology
The Department of Anesthesiology works closely with other clinicians across BMC to perform essential services across a wide range of procedures and conditions, including services …
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Anesthesia Pain Clinic
Boston Medical Center’s Anesthesia Pain Clinic helps patients to manage chronic pain by providing many different types of care, all under x-ray guidance.